Heavy Duty Trucking introduces its New
Product Report. Here we feature all the latest truck new product offerings. Due
to space limitations in print, we offer brief highlights of each new product.
For complete information, go to our online product report, New Product News at
www.truckinginfo.com
East Integrates Stairs Into Flatbeds
East Manufacturing introduced the first built-in stairway for platform trailers,
providing an easier, safer exit and entrance to the flatbed deck.
The deck lid locks in the upright position via double rods that slide into two
receivers. One handrail is located under the lid, and the other is built next to
the pooch-punched aluminum steps.
Mack Offers CARB Idling Solution
Mack MP7 and MP8 engines have been certified to meet California's 2008 criteria
to limit emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) while idling. This means Mack
customers with compliant engines will not have to shut down their engines after
five minutes of idling as otherwise required by California regulations that took
effect earlier this year.
Customers now have the option to specify "Idle Emission Certification - CARB
'08" for Mack MP Series engines built after January 1, 2008. This feature means
the truck's engine has been certified to meet the 30 gram/hour NOx limit. A CARB-required
decal affixed to its hood identifies the truck as meeting the regulation. The
new Mack MP10 engine will also be able to meet this standard when it goes into
production later this year.
Detroit Diesel Offers Free Fuel Economy Upgrade
Detroit Diesel announced that a new software release will soon be available to
customers, free of charge, that will enhance the fuel economy of EPA '07 Series
60 engines as much as 2.5 percent.
The company has been able to enhance the regeneration process to improve the
fuel efficiency, because testing showed the DPF regeneration process was more
effective than originally thought.
In addition to regeneration cycle modifications, Detroit Diesel also announced
no-charge features that can significantly enhance the vehicle's shifting and
cruise control operations. Both of these features will be made available to
customers at no charge at the same time they come in for the regeneration
programming.
Volvo Option Meets California Idling Regs
Volvo Trucks North America offers a new feature to help customers meet
California's stringent truck idling requirements. Volvo trucks equipped with
this feature comply with California regulations, with the benefit of very low
nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions.
Volvo's family of D11, D13 and D16 engines can be ordered with an optional Low
NOx Idle, or LNI, feature. With LNI, Volvo engines are certified to emit 30
grams per hour or less of NOx while idling. California regulations prohibit
trucks that do not meet this standard from idling for more than five minutes.
Pennsylvania and New Jersey have adopted the requirement and other states are
considering it.
Shell Introduces Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40
Shell Lubricants has introduced Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 heavy-duty motor
oil, which meets or exceeds API CJ-4 specifications.
The motor oil offers significant improvements in wear protection, soot control,
deposit control, heat resistance and protection in extreme climates, according
to the company, and can provide enhanced fuel economy compared to conventional
15W-40 motor oils.
Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 can help improve fuel efficiency up to 1 percent
compared to conventional 15W-40 motor oil through decreased friction and by
reducing the energy used to pump the motor oil through the engine, according to
the company.
Dana Improves Efficiency Of Tandem Lineup
Dana's Commercial Vehicle Systems group has enhanced its lineup of 40,000-pound
tandem axles by incorporating its patented OnDemand lube pump option into
several models.
The OnDemand pump reduces parasitic losses, reduces weight, lowers operating
temperatures, extends and improves lubricant performance, and contributes to
reducing overall fuel consumption.
Currently used widely with Dana\'s D170 and D190 series of tandems, the OnDemand
pump is now available with heavy duty highway tandem axles, vocational tandem
axles, as well as Dana's Torsionally-tuned and High-Performance single-speed,
tandem drive axles.
"Our lubrication system is unique in that it operates precisely when needed,
only during a spinout situation," says Steve Slesinski, director - global
product planning for Dana. "More than 99 percent of the time, the pump avoids
engagement during normal vehicle operation." Pumps that operate continuously
result in wasted horsepower, higher temperatures in the sump, and reduced
lubricant life, he says.
Extended Day Cab Option Offered For C500
Kenworth now offers its Extended Day Cab option for the Kenworth C500 vocational
model.
The Kenworth Extended Day Cab enhances driver comfort with an additional 6
inches of length and 5 inches of cab height compared to Kenworth\'s traditional
day cab. The Extended Day Cab also offers 2 more inches behind the wheel,
additional leg room, up to 21 degrees of recline in the driver\'s seat, and 2
extra cubic feet of storage behind the seat.
New Goodyear Regional Tires
Goodyear now offers the Unisteel G149 RSA RH tire for on-highway regional
service and the Unisteel G150 HSA for city or neighborhood driving.
The tread pattern for the G149 RSA RH is "tuned" for longer wear on urban
streets and highway driving, while the G150 HSA uses special compounds for
high-scrub applications such as local pickup and delivery service.
Both all-position tires, available in 11R22.5 sizes in G and H load ratings,
feature circumferential grooves and lateral blades that help displace water for
driving on rain-soaked roads.
Peterbilt Offers Model 388 For Car Haulers
Peterbilt introduced a new low profile version of its Model 388 specifically
designed for the car carrier industry.
The new Model 388 Low Profile Configuration has been optimized with a lower cab
height to allow for an aftermarket installation of an over-the-cab car carrier
body to maximize the number of vehicles that may be hauled. The lower cab height
gives customers the ability to transport larger vehicles over the cab. It can be
specified with a wide variety of drivetrain and suspension options, and can
accommodate engines up to 600 horsepower.
Hendrickson Lift Axle For Roll-off Chassis
Hendrickson Auxiliary Axle Systems designed a new lift axle model for Class 8
roll-off vehicles called Composilite RO.
The 13,500-pound-capacity RO fixed-axle model fits flat to the frame for maximum
clearance from cylinder beams, attachments and sliding components. Scalloped
hangers aid in the clearance around roll-off cylinders.
Hendrickson positioned Composilite RO springs and parallelogram components
inside the frame rails, retaining a compact 23.5-inch packing space. Beams are
spaced inboard 1 inch for additional clearance, and the air spring plates mount
to the inside of the frame rail.
The Composilite RO fixed axle delivers 13 inches of travel and 10 inches of lift
and weighs in at 905 pounds.
