advertising Low-viscosity heavy-duty engine oils are beginning to get some attention as an easy way to improve fuel economy, while maintaining the protective qualities truck owners have come to expect from time-tested 15W-40 oils. Since 15W-40 oils are the predominant type used in heavy-duty truck engines today, essentially any thinner oil can be characterized as [...]
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Every trucker needs auto insurance.Why it may be time to consider low-viscosity engine oils as part of your fuel-saving strategy
April 21st, 2013 
Aaron Turpen 
Posted in Other Alt Fuels 
Tags: Engine tuning, Friction, Motor oil, Synthetic oil, Viscosity 
No Comments »Mack introduces MACK MP8 Econodyne+ engine
April 5th, 2013 Aaron Turpen advertising Mack Trucks introduced the newest generation of the MACK® Econodyne® family, the MACK MP8 Econodyne+, a powerful and high-performing engine ideal for on-highway customers who require additional muscle to move their loads. The 13-liter MP8 Econodyne + engine is available in MACK Pinnacle™ models and offers 505 horsepower with 1,860 lb.-ft. of torque when [...]
Hyundai debuts Xcient truck in Seoul
April 4th, 2013 Aaron Turpen Hyundai Motor Company’s commercial division today unveiled its new heavy duty truck Xcient at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show. The next generation of Trago, which debuted in 2006, returns with greater styling and a variety of improved features. The Xcient is expected to set new standards in the heavy duty truck market with an impressive [...]
Posted in Other Alt Fuels Tags: 2013 Seoul Motor Show, hyundai, Hyundai Motor Company, Seoul Motor Show No Comments »10 Strategies to Curb Medium-Duty Truck Operating Costs
March 26th, 2013 Aaron Turpen There is ongoing upward pressure on operating costs for medium-duty truck fleets. Most medium-duty trucks are used in regional and local applications. “Increased urbanization, stop-and-go traffic, and worsening road conditions have necessitated more frequent component replacements, particularly brakes and tires,” said Steven Spivey, program leader, North America, Automotive & Transportation for Frost & Sullivan. “Moreover, [...]
