Archive for October, 2012

Out-of-the Box Diagnostics from DG

Out-of-the Box Diagnostics from DG

| October 12, 2012

For “fleet on the street” diagnostics, check out the Dearborn Protocol Adapter 5 (DPA 5). Features include: The DPA 5 is the most rugged Dual CAN RP1210/J2534 Vehicle Datalink Adapter available. Comes with a 2-year warranty with purchase options for up to 4-years. Patented screw-in USB cable keeps you from constantly repairing/replacing your adapter. Supports […]

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24V Power Converter/Battery Charger from Progressive

24V Power Converter/Battery Charger from Progressive

| October 11, 2012

  Progressive Dynamics, Inc. has introduced the 24V power converter/battery charger in 25 amp and 40 amp configurations.   Includes built-in Charge Wizard, a patented four-stage charging system Charge Wizard constantly monitors battery and automatically adjusts converter output voltage based on charge status Offers reverse battery protection and electronic current limiting Well suited for specialty […]

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Sales of NG Trucks, Buses to Top 180,000 by 2019

Sales of NG Trucks, Buses to Top 180,000 by 2019

| October 11, 2012 | Reply

As many governments and businesses seek ways to reduce the fuel costs and emissions of their fleets of trucks and buses, diesel and natural gas have become more appealing options , according to report from Pike Research, a part of Navigant’s Energy Practice, which forecasts steady growth for natural gas truck and bus sales. Annual […]

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Rigorous Course Design Key to Top Training Results

Rigorous Course Design Key to Top Training Results

| October 11, 2012

  If you’re looking for professional training and certification programs to reduce vehicle accidents, improve employee safety, control costs and ensure compliance, North American Training Management Institute (NATMI) may just be the ticket. NATMI is dedicated exclusively to providing internationally recognized university affiliated professional certification and training seminars for truck, bus, and transit fleet professionals.  […]

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Fuel Efficiency Forum for Bus and Truck Fleet Operators

Fuel Efficiency Forum for Bus and Truck Fleet Operators

| October 10, 2012

  Allison Transmission and organisations from across the commercial vehicle sector are inviting anyone interested in fuel efficiency – from fleet and maintenance engineers to finance and operations directors – to attend a new Fuel Efficiency Forum on September 26th at Millbrook Proving Ground, Bedfordshire. Companies behind current and future developments in lubricants, engines and […]

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# 1 Coolant is a Real Heavy Weight

# 1 Coolant is a Real Heavy Weight

| October 10, 2012

Discover the power and weight behind Fleet Charge Heavy-Duty Coolants — designed to protect your fleet now and into the future. Fleet Charge is the original fully formulated Supplemental Coolant Additive (SCA) pre-charged coolant/antifreeze. The patented inhibitor package provides superior protection against cavitation erosion, corrosion and scale for all heavy duty cooling system applications. Fleet […]

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