Truck air suspension ride height measurement procedure tips
WEBMay 21, 2014 · 5. On the axle where the height control valve is attached, measure the distance from the bottom of the frame rail to the ground. 6. Measure the distance from the center of the wheel to the ground. 7. Subtract the measurement found in Step 6 from the measurement found in Step 5 to determine the current ride height of your suspension.
Fleet Equipment Home - Fleet Equipment Magazine
WEBIt is our responsibility at Volvo Trucks to protect and preserve the finite resources of our planet. While making our business environmentally and financially sustainable, we will, together with our customers, leave a better world to our future generations. Fleet Equipment magazine provides the information equipment managers need to specify ...
Peterbilt Model 589 walk-around, test drive - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBDec 12, 2023 · The Peterbilt Model 589 is a cross between two worlds–long-nose classic truck styling outside meets modern-day creature comforts inside. I got my hands on Peterbilt’s latest truck release for a walk-around with Jacob White, product marketing director, Peterbilt, and took it on a drive around Texas to put it through its paces. Under the hood, this Model 589 is powered by a PACCAR MX-13 ...
Volvo Trucks new VNL: Lineup overview - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBFeb 13, 2024 · To kick things off, Volvo was keen to note that the new VNL’s up to 10% fuel efficiency improvement over the previous iteration makes a decarbonization impact. “The battery electric truck market is 1,000 trucks today, but a 10% increase in fuel efficiency in 300,000 trucks, which was approximately the truck market last year, is equivalent ...
Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing acquires Mascot Truck Parts
WEBPublished: Sep 7, 2017. Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing LLC (Detroit Reman) announced its acquisition of the U.S. and Canadian business operations of Mascot Truck Parts, a provider of remanufactured driveline components for the heavy- and medium-duty truck aftermarket. “Mascot’s portfolio complements our driveline products,” stated Sanjiv ...
XL Hybrids introduces XLP plug-in hybrid vehicle upfit
WEBDec 20, 2016 · XL Hybrids Inc. has launched the XLP plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) upfit for medium-duty applications. The XLP will be an electrified ship-through upfit on half-ton pickup trucks from leading OEMs, and will provide a 50% improvement in miles driven per gallon for major fleets across the United States, as well as significant reductions in CO2 emissions, the company says.
International truck unwraps the new HX Series trucks - Fleet …
WEBNov 18, 2020 · On a jobsite, the new HX Series is available with dual steering gears and advanced anti-lock braking systems that result in improved turning, traction and control. The HX Series continues to offer a high-strength 12.5- x 0.5-in. single rail frame option delivering 3.5M RBM, meaning it is capable of withstanding even the heaviest loads.
Making Sense of Truck Classification - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBJun 23, 2020 · Truck classification for medium trucks involves Classes 4, 5, and 6. That’s where commercial trucks start to show up. Classes 4 and 5 include some full-size trucks used non-commercially. Still, most of the medium-class vehicles are made and used for commercial purposes. Class 4—The GVWRs for this class range between 14,001 and 16,000 pounds.
Understanding new diesel engine technology - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBJan 12, 2021 · New GHG 2021 engine updates mean improved efficiency, if you understand the uses of things like predictive powertrain management systems. While the diesel specs remain the same, the technology has that enables efficiency gains has rocketed forward. Once you have a handle on it, you have to make sure your drivers and maintenance managers and ...
Bendix tech tips: Air chamber maintenance and replacement
WEBAug 29, 2016 · The mounting bracket includes holes to position the chamber correctly for either slack length, so it’s important to place it in the proper chamber mounting holes. “Always remember to empty all primary and secondary air tanks before working on the brake assembly,” Pfost said. “Additionally, if you see structural damage to a spring brake ...