UD Trucks proudly presents: Quester - Fuel efficiency

To gain high fuel efficiency you must involve both machine and man. Quester's optimized Powertrain and truck design provides you with a fuel economic machine. The Fuel coach system and driver training enhances the driver's impact.

Launch site: www.udtrucks.com/quester
Media: www.udtrucks.com/en-int/news-and-media

Product Update: MAXON's Slidelift® Now Includes a New Flat Control Panel

Maxon’s GPS Slidelift® series provides the smooth performance you need for precarious cargo, combined with horizontal stowage. The result is a gate that works with both roll-up and swing-style doors:

Specifications

•    Lifting capacities: 4,400 lbs. and 5,500 lbs.
•    Large, light-weight, aluminum platforms for easy handling and  durability
•    Utilizes the full inside dimensions of your trailer; non-restrictive side or rear loading and unloading; allows  unobstructed dock access
•    Allows simple operation and easy loading from the ground, or from the side
•    No longer limits you to one door type. Accommodates roll-up, full opening and various other door configurations
•    Maintains a level ride, regardless of landscape
•    Rust-resistant, powder-coated, metal fabricated parts ensure liftgate reliability and long life
•    Low maintenance design with greaseless, weather-tight bushings at all pivot points

New Flat Control Panel

Discover maximum comfort and functionality in the New Flat Control Panel now incorporated onto Maxon GPS Slidelifts. The new panel allows for strategic positioning directly on the vehicle body (or under it) for convenient and ergonomic height access.  The solid, weather-resistant, ¼” flat control panel comes with proven technology that guarantees operation under any circumstance. No more dealings with broken or over-torqued control levers. The flat control panel comes with sturdy push-buttons with pressure points.
X1 Technology

X1 is a patented design technology that allows a liftgate to raise and lower full lift capacity utilizing only one cylinder for up and down, and one for tilting. This is accomplished by eliminating the mainframe structure and transferring the entire load to the lift frame structure and lift cylinder. This eliminates 20% of the total weight of a four-cylinder gate. Combine this design with the standard aluminum platform, and the result is the strongest, lightest, and least complex SlideLift available today.


Locking Mechanism

A hydraulic locking system that takes the operator out of the equation is featured in the GPS. The hydraulic system automatically locks when the gate is in the stow position requiring no additional operator effort.

For more information on our GPS model, please visit our website at www.maxonlift.com/products/slidelift/gps

UD Trucks proudly presents: Quester - Modern efficiency

When you choose Quester, you choose smart value and secure solutions. You get bold design, modern intelligent technology and a wide range of options, making it possible to tailor a truck for your specific needs.

Launch site: www.udtrucks.com/quester
Media: www.udtrucks.com/en-int/news-and-media

A baker’s dozen of Isuzus for DSL

The proven success of the incumbent Isuzu 7.5 tonne rigids in its fleet, was a key factor behind the decision made by Deborah Services Ltd (DSL) to specify the Isuzu marque once again, when it came to replacing the majority of its 7.5 tonners.

Following a successful growth period for the company, DSL has replaced these vehicles from its transport fleet with 13 new Isuzu Forward N75.190 4x2 rigids, all fitted with Isuzu’s popular Easyshift automated transmission. Each vehicle also incorporates a purpose-designed, detachable edge protection system, which has been specifically designed to enhance driver safety whilst working from the truck body.

Gary Clark, DSL’s transport manager commented; ‘‘When we were looking to replace our 7.5t trucks we carried out our research over a number of different models. At the end of the day it was the Isuzu N75.190 specification that ticked all the right boxes. The vehicles we have replaced were the earlier design of Isuzu cab model and the reasons why we chose Isuzu again is because of the excellent dealer service we receive along with economical fuel consumption and the best-in-class payload’’.

All the new trucks have been supplied to DSL by Isuzu Truck’s long-standing dealer Warrington Vehicle Centre and all of the vehicles are now operating from DSL Hire and Sales, and Contract Scaffolding locations throughout the UK.

With each vehicle expected to cover in excess of 50,000 miles per annum over a 5-year working life, the Isuzu rigids have three different body lengths to suit the varying range of contracts undertaken by DSL.

Three of the vehicles have front mounted Atlas cranes that are fitted on to 18ft plant equipment flatbed scaffolding bodies, whilst the remaining flatbed scaffolding bodies are a mix of 21ft and 24ft bodies, all manufactured by Bespoke Bodies and Plant Equipment. All the bodies are bigger than their predecessors having been increased in length and width to increase each vehicle’s productivity.

The bodies also feature a rear ladder to facilitate easier personnel access to the truck bed, as well as a single-step, side access, at the front end of the body.

Two of the new Isuzus are now based at DSL’s Luton and Bow branches and have been built to the Cross Rail contract specification. This specification includes a side scan safety device, which warns cyclists and pedestrians that the vehicle is turning left, as well as an audible reversing alarm.

Safety of DSL personnel out on site is paramount and, with this in mind, the body specification for all 13 new Isuzu trucks now incorporates a purpose-designed, detachable edge protection system, which has been specifically designed for driver safety if access to the bed of the vehicle is required.

“We recognise that there will be times when operatives will need to access the truck bed, however this new feature on our trucks is a practical solution for reducing the potential of a fall,” added Gary Clark.

As a further safety measure, each body has a collection of 15 sockets evenly spaced within the truck bed that accommodate the scaffolding restraints used by DSL. This ensures that all scaffolding tubes and boards can be securely held tight in position during transit.

“DSL first bought Isuzu trucks back in 2006 and those NQR rigids gave the company 7 years of impressive service, frequently operating in most arduous working conditions. Having this first-hand experience of Isuzu’s productivity and reliability obviously played a key role in the decision by DSL to replace them with the latest 2013 N75.190 models,” said Keith Child, marketing director at Isuzu Truck.

Full details of the current Isuzu Truck range can be viewed and downloaded from the company’s website on www.isuzutruck.co.uk


Isuzu – A global strength
Established almost a century ago Isuzu Motors Limited Japan is a world leading truck manufacturer. IML produces around 400 000 light to medium weight commercial vehicles, every year and its products are sold in a vast majority of countries throughout the world. The company is also a world-leader in diesel engine technology and manufactures around 1.5 million engines every year.

Isuzu Truck (UK) Limited was formed in 1996 and is now the wholly owned subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited Japan. ITUK is a dedicated truck marketing and sales operation. ITUK currently directly employs 51 people and has just over 60 dealers in its strategically located, nationwide network. All Isuzu truck products sold by ITUK are covered by a 3-year unlimited mileage warranty and backed by the company’s industry-unique, award-winning, customer service programme CARE (Customer facing, Always listening, Reliable and trustworthy, Efficient and friendly).

Crew Chief - Wouldn't it be Great

Crew Chief - Wouldn't it be Great with Jim Ferron. http://crewchief.telogis.com/

Mercedes-Benz Citan 2013 - Test Drive Review

Based on the Renault Kangoo, Merc's Citan marks its entry into the light van market, meaning It can now offer a full range of vans in the UK. Heavily restyled and re-engineered the Citan is well worth a look. Feels and drives like a Merc. www.vansa2z.com

The Perfect Combination of Service Body and Gooseneck Body From Knapheide

The Westerner Storage Bodies are designed to help you haul your load and store your gear.

The Knapheide Westerner Storage Bodies are designed for safe and secure storage plus towing ability.  With four external compartments for all your tools and equipment and an optional gooseneck or receiver hitch, the Westerner Storage Body is the jack of all trades.

Some features and benefits of the Westerner Storage Body:

• Bulkhead is one piece heavy-duty 12 gauge rust resistant galvanneal construction
• Bulkhead is a ladder rack design with two built in tie-downs
• Two recessed cargo area work lights for convenience
• Interior light guards provide protection for lighting package
• 14 gague two-sided A-40 galvenneal steel body for durability
• 12 gauge tough as nails treadplate floor
• Double shell 20 gauge galvanneal steel compartment doors with stainless steel continuous hinges for great security
• Riveted rotary latches
• Adjustable striker on compartment door latches to ensure doors stay closed
• Thick bulb type neoprene door seals to help protect your contents from the outside elements
• Bodies are undercoated for extra corrosion protection
• Complete immersion in Knapheide's electrodeposition prime paint system for superior corrosion resistance

See more about this great body from Knapheide, including downloadable brochures and specifications, and find a dealer near you at http://www.knapheide.com/product/westerner-storage-bodies/

Nissan to Equip Next-Generation Titan Pickup with New Cummins Turbo



IRVINE, Calif. – At the kickoff of Nissan 360, an industry showcase of Nissan's global product and technology portfolio, the company announced it will offer a newly-developed Cummins V8 turbo diesel in its next-generation full-size pickup.

Now in the latter stages of development and testing, the available Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel engine has been optimized for the next generation Titan as a result of the partnership between Cummins and Nissan. Cummins also is developing a version of the engine for its commercial vehicle customers.

"We have done our homework on the next-generation Titan. Truck owners told us there's a demand for the performance and torque of a diesel in a capable truck that doesn't require the jump up to a heavy-duty commercial pickup," said Fred Diaz, divisional vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing, Service & Parts, Nissan North America. "There is no question that the new Titan will turn heads, and with the available Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel, we expect to win new fans and attract buyers looking for this unique configuration."

Nissan has previously announced the next-generation Titan will add powertrain options and cab-and-box configurations to broaden the appeal of the new truck when it comes to market.

"We are very excited to partner with Nissan on the introduction of the Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel to the North American pickup truck market," said Dave Crompton, vice president, Cummins Engine Business. "This new engine will offer the right balance of power, performance and fuel economy while delivering the dependability that customers expect of a Cummins engine. This will be a great package."

With a torque rating in the mid-500s (lb-ft) and more than 300 horsepower, the Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel will provide light truck customers the combination of towing capacity and mileage that is expected in the highly-competitive North American truck marketplace.

The Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel will be built in America's manufacturing heartland at the Columbus Engine Plant, in Columbus, Ind., Cummins headquarters. This plant has the latest technological innovations to continue the 90-plus year tradition of building the highest quality Cummins engines.

The Titan program is being led by teams in Nissan Americas' headquarters in Franklin, Tenn., while engineering and testing is performed by Nissan Technical Center North America in Farmington Hills, Mich. and Stanfield, Ariz. as well as Nissan's global engineering center. Design is being led by Nissan Design America in La Jolla, Calif.

Like the current model, the next-generation Titan will be built at Nissan's Canton, Miss. vehicle assembly plant and its gasoline engines cast, forged and assembled at Nissan's Decherd, Tenn. powertrain plant.

For competitive reasons, Nissan is not announcing launch dates at this stage in the truck's development, however engineering prototype trucks powered by the Cummins engine are currently undergoing extensive on-public-highway performance and durability testing.

Further information on the upcoming Titan truck and Cummins engine will be released at a later date.


About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, and 2012 by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the Americas media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.


About Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 248,000 employees globally, Nissan provided customers with more than 4.8 million vehicles in 2011, generating revenue of 9.4 trillion yen ($118.95 billion US). With a strong commitment to developing exciting and innovative products for all, Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of 64 models under the Nissan and Infiniti brands. A pioneer in zero-emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades, including the prestigious 2011-2012 Car of the Year Japan and 2011 World Car of the Year awards.

For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.


About Cummins
Cummins Inc., a global power leader, is a corporation of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service diesel and natural gas engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission solutions and electrical power generation systems. Headquartered in Columbus, Indiana (USA), Cummins currently employs approximately 46,000 people worldwide and serves customers in approximately 190 countries and territories through a network of approximately 600 company-owned and independent distributor locations and approximately 6,500 dealer locations. Cummins earned $1.65 billion on sales of $17.3 billion in 2012.

Press releases can be found on the Web at cummins.com or cumminsengines.com. Follow Cummins on Twitter at http://twitter.com/cumminsengines and on YouTube at http://youtube.com/cumminsengines.

Isuzu Trucks - 2013 Brisbane Truck Show Visitor Vox Pop

Short video featuring the Isuzu Trucks stand and visitor impressions from the 2013 Brisbane Truck Show, held in Brisbane from 16-19 May, 2013. www.isuzu.com.au

Taylor Dunn - MX-1600 - Maintenance Expeditor

Taylor Dunn MX-1600

Taylor Dunn provides top quality commercial and industrial vehicles as well as tow tractors to meet your specific needs. The MX-­1600 improves repair and maintenance productivity by reducing travel time and provides a mobile workshop at the service site.

For more information visit: http://www.taylor-dunn.com/

Ram 1500 Rumble Bee Concept

Joe Dehner, Head of Ram & Dodge Design, shows off the Ram 1500 Rumble Bee concept.

NASCAR's Brad Keselowski Drives the new F-150 Tremor

NASCAR Driver Brad Keselowski drives a road course at Michigan International Speedway in the 2014 F-150 Tremor, Ford's first EcoBoost-powered sport truck.

Clean Cities: Golden Eagle

Golden Eagle adds a green twist to delivering your favorite brews. www.motorweek.org

Loading Ramp for Box Trucks by Super Lawn Technologies

Lawn mower loading ramps designed for box trucks for contractors. These folding loading ramps have a weight rating of 750 pounds each. Put two ramps together for 1500 pounds of weight rating capacity. One person ramp operation made simple and easy on the back with gas spring assist.

Call 866-923-0027 to order yours today. The MR-750 bolt on loading ramps by Super Lawn Technologies can be installed on used box trucks, new box trucks, dump trucks and trailers. Cabinet contractors loading ramps. General contractor loading ramp. Road contractors loading ramps. Striping contractors loading ramps. If you need to get people, ride on equipment or heavy supplies into a box truck, we can help. See more at www.superlawntrucks.com.

Range Resources CNG Fleet Event

Highlights from Range's CNG Fleet unveiling. Range's commercial fleet order of factory-engineered CNG vehicles is the largest single order for both Chrysler Group and GM.