2015 Mid-America Trucking Show
Dana Debuts Two Drive Axles
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Drivetrain components supplier Dana Holding Corp. introduced two new drive axles at the Mid-America Trucking show here, a concept dual-range setup that automatically shifts from a lower range to a faster ratio, enhancing engine downspeeding, and a heavy-duty, high-performance single-reduction axle.
March 26, 2015Toyo Unveils Tire for Rugged Driving Conditions
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Toyo Tires unveiled the M153, a tire designed for high-scrub applications, at the Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 26, 2015Mack Introduces Product Options That Adjust Driveline Configuration to Boost Fuel Economy
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Mack Trucks introduced two new options for its Pinnacle highway model that monitor trailer weight and automatically adjust the truck’s driveline configuration to boost fuel economy.
March 26, 2015Volvo Trucks Expands Remote Diagnostics, Introduces 6x2 with Liftable Forward Axle
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Volvo Trucks is expanding its Remote Diagnostics platform to monitor its proprietary I-Shift automated manual transmission.
March 26, 2015Dometic Group Debuts 3 Cool Products to Aid Drivers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Dometic Group announced the launch of three truck-cab comfort and convenience products at the Mid-America Trucking Show here.
March 26, 2015Next GHG Rule Unlikely to Force Major Changes in Engine Architecture, Cummins Exec Says
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Today’s heavy-duty truck engine architecture with diesel particulate filters, exhaust gas recirculation and selective catalytic reduction aftertreatment will not need to change dramatically under the next round of federal greenhouse-gas standards, an executive at engine maker Cummins Inc. predicted.
March 26, 2015Navistar Touts Its Devotion to 'Uptime,' Offers Bendix Wingman Fusion Option
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Navistar Inc. emphasized its commitment and expertise in using communications technology to keep trucks rolling for the benefit of fleet operators at its press event here for the Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 25, 2015Western Star About to Begin Production of 5700XE
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Western Star Truck Sales is featuring two models of the new 5700XE Class 8 highway tractor at the Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 25, 2015