Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Engine Maker Cummins Endorses Fuel Additives Amid Tighter Emissions Regulations

Cummins Inc. recently endorsed two fuel additives, marking the first time the diesel engine maker has taken such a step.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
July 24, 2017
Equipment

Nitrite-Free Coolants on the Rise Due to More Aluminum in Engines

As manager of technical development for TA and Petro travel centers, Homer Hogg sells a lot of coolant to fleets of all sizes. In 2010, he started seeing something strange: a white residue plugging coolant filters and coating cylinder liners.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
March 17, 2017
Equipment, Business, Fuel, Government, Technology, Safety

Leaf Spring Vs. Air Ride: Opinions Differ on Suspensions

Maryland-based Ramar Moving Systems hauls specialty items such as art, satellites and, once, a moon buggy.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
April 15, 2016
Business, Government, Safety, Logistics

Companies Reimagine Delivery Vehicles

Several companies are testing a wide range of innovative delivery ideas to gain an edge in growing logistics and transportation space.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
April 5, 2016
Business

Wheel Makers Use Coatings in Battle Against Corrosion

A tiny rock, de-icing material or salt and sand can start the process of turning a perfectly good wheel into a rust-covered embarrassment or, worse, a safety hazard. To prevent that from happening, motor carriers are using effective maintenance techniques, while manufacturers are producing more corrosion-resistant wheels.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
November 1, 2015
Business, Equipment

Vocational Tire Sales Depend on Economy

National sales data for off-road tires aren’t available because, compared with on-road tires, so few are produced.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
March 3, 2014
Business, Equipment

Dealing With Tire Inflation Problems

As with on-road tires, incorrectly inflated vocational tires can be problematic — and so can mismatched tires.

Steve Brawner | Contributing Writer
March 3, 2014