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Diesel oil additive for injectors

- May 11, 2012

Hot Shot’s Secret, marketed by Lubrication Specialties, Inc., removes the build-up of coking and varnishing left behind from the overheating of engine oil, the company says. The product is made to inexpensively prolong injector life, as well as fix slow start-up, rough idling, hesitation and lack of power. The product was tested for two years before final production. For more information, visit Hot Shot's Secret.

Michelin drive tire, single-wide retread

- May 11, 2012

Michelin Americas Truck Tires March 23 introduced the Michelin X Multi Energy D drive tire for regional and the emerging super regional applications and the X One XDN2 Pre-Mold retread for carriers and owner-operators who want fuel and weight savings of a wide single with the traction of a lug-style tread. The retread is now available. The SmartWay-verified Multi Energy D drive tire delivers enhanced fuel efficiency, optimized traction and long tread life, the company ...

Ingersoll unveils trailer suspension system

- May 09, 2012

Ingersoll Axles introduced its new line of trailer suspensions Thursday, March 22 at an industry event in Louisville, Ky. The Ingersoll Suspension System, the company says, has been several years in the making and features an I-beam trailing beam design, a fully-wrapped axle connection and industry standard parts to help maintenance needs. The line includes 15 different designs and are offered in conjunction to its full line of axles, which includes standard, drop-center, steerable, in-line ...

Natural gas lubricant to be offered

- May 07, 2012

Delo 400 NG SAE 15W-40, made with ISOSYN technology, is used for CNG, LNG, and LPG engines and is designed to reduce the so-called carbon footprint on engines. The oil lubricant is specially made to protect and extend drain performance in CNG and LNG engines.  Besides compatibility testing to a number of different engines, the oil features include low wear and extended oil drain performance and oxidation and nitration control. The oil type will be available in ...

Durable, long-wear wheel paint

- May 06, 2012

The aerosol wheel paint delivers long-lasting finish in four colors: steel, semi-gloss black, silver argent and charcoal gray metallic.  The paint features a resin system and works for tires, hub caps, auto trim and grilles. The paint is tarnish, weather and rust- and scratch-resistant, the company says. PLASTIKOTE, plastikote.com, 866-222-8714

Bluetooth-capable CB

- May 05, 2012

The 29 LX BT CB radio unit enables hands-free calling through Bluetooth connectivity.  Features include one-touch operation that allows initiation and terminating mobile calls with a single button and text-to-speech conversion – responding to emails and texts simply by talking. The unit also has Caller ID with Voice, to provide voice announcement of incoming callers, and a caller ID display. COBRA, cobra.com

LED Beacon

- May 04, 2012

The 7965 Series Pulse II LED beacon consists of combined traditional strobe-style housing with LED innovations. The light comes with a two-year warranty and is available in 5-in. and 7-in. height profiles. It has 12-volt DC operation and a Pulse8 flash pattern to attract attention during a warning sgnal. ECCO, eccolink.com

Mobile document scanner

- May 04, 2012

Xerox Company TripPak Services now offers a mobile scanner for all TripPak Mobile users that's compatible with most smartphones, computers and tablets. The scanner uses AutoLaunch technology, with the scanning beginning immediately upon recognition of a document. The battery is capable of scanning 300 pages before recharge, and any medium can be scanned. TRIPPAK SERVICES, trippak.com.

Heavy-duty pogo stick

- May 03, 2012

Sloan Transportation Products announced the release of its redesigned 45-in. heavy-duty Pogo Stick for routing wires and hoses in over-the-road vehicles. It features a thicker gauge heavy-duty spring and offers a life cycle that lasts three-times longer than the previous design, the company says. It is available in the choice of a chrome or zinc-plated dichromate steel support arm. Additionally, the base is over three-times larger and the new 3.75-in. diameter housing eliminates spring binding ...

Wireless backup camera system

- May 03, 2012

The WVRXCAMTC digital wireless backup camera and receiver system was made for drivers looking to replace or add a camera to factory-installed monitors. The component connects to an existing monitor with an optional adapter harness. The wireless cameras digitally lock to receivers creating a signal able to transmit around objects with no interference. The system includes a wireless receiver box, wireless camera, scotch fasteners, hardware and mounting bracket. ASA/JENSEN HEAVY DUTY, asaelectronics.com