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.
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 ...
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WEBSep 9, 2024 · Volvo Trucks places safety and sustainability at the forefront of every decision we make. It 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.
KeepTruckin rebrands as Motive, launches automated operations …
WEBPublished: May 18, 2022. KeepTruckin has changed its name to Motive, underscoring its expanded focus and direction. Alongside its rebrand, Motive has launched the Automated Operations Platform, a combination of IoT hardware and AI-powered applications that connect and automate physical operations. Founded in 2013, Motive builds technology to ...
Disc brakes vs. drum brakes - Fleet Equipment Mag
WEBApr 20, 2016 · The main strong point for disc brakes is reduced stopping distance. With disc brakes, that distance can be anywhere from 17% to 33% shorter than drum brakes, depending on speed. This is especially important in regard to federal braking standards for heavy trucks. Reduced fade is another benefit, especially for …
The pros and cons of truck driver-facing cameras - Fleet …
WEBSep 24, 2018 · Yet, from an equipment management point of view, video telematics can be incredibly helpful not just for the fleet, but for the driver too, as the benefits of driver-facing cameras include exonerations from potential lawsuits after collisions, as well as driver coaching that can cut down on crashes, distractions and other dangerous situations ...
Elevating lift axles: An in-depth look at axle options
WEBJan 14, 2015 · The OPTIMAAX system is designed to automatically lift the forward axle in the tandem when loads are light and shift the unsprung weight to the rear drive axle without axle overloading to provide improved traction capability. “In the lifted position, at minimum, an additional 2% fuel economy improvement is gained, resulting in over a 5% ...
Kenworth introduces new T370 hybrid tractor targeted at local …
WEBOct 2, 2008 · Kenworth Truck Co. has introduced a new Kenworth T370 Class 7 diesel-electric hybrid tractor for local haul applications, including beverage, general freight, and grocery distribution. Kenworth’s goal for the T370 hybrid tractor is to improve fuel economy by up to 25% in local haul applications. The tractor will be available in various ...
Understanding electric truck charging needs and choices
WEBAug 16, 2021 · AC Power. • Provides an electrical current of 16 to 80 amps. • AC charging tops out at about 19 kilowatts (kW) • Standard building wiring can typically support an AC charger. DC Power. • Typically starts above 20 (kW) but the average deployment is 50 (kW) and above. • Can support fast charging.
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WEBSep 5, 2024 · Volvo on how it’s going with electric trucks. Electric trucks are no longer a thing of the future or a goal to aspire to—they’re here. Fleets are ordering them, driving them on regular routes, and have been for years. With that being the case, we thought it was a good time to check in on the industry and ask: how’s it going with.