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Continental unveils tire blitz
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he broad effort now underway by Continental Tire North America (CTNA) to build market share in the U.S. includes recently introduced new products and programs at the Mid-America Trucking Show. At the heart of CTNA’s strategy are new tire models designed to improve fuel efficiency and extend tire mileage. “We’re offering fleets a wide range of new products that meet their needs—from steer tires, to drive tires, to trailer tires,” said Clif Armstrong, commercial vehicle tire marketing director-The Americas.
Those models include: road service dubbed “ConHSR2 (heavy steer regiontiFleet” is designed to al); HDL2 DL (heavy address the needs of drive long-haul deep owner-operators and lug); HTL Eco Plus small fleet owners. (heavy trailer longIt provides a singlehaul); HSU 2 (heavy source program for steer urban); and emergency road serHTL1 (heavy trailer vice, including guarlong-haul). CTNA alanteed member pricso unveiled several new ing for tire and road HSR2 regional steer tire programs to both supservice plus towing port those tires in the field and build services. The free membership promarket awareness of their capabili- gram features a 24-hr., 7-day per ties among potential customers. week hotline. A new nationwide emergency www.conti-online.com
Fifth wheel release system
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nT has introduced a new release aimed at the lightand heavy-duty aftermarket designed to help drivers release a fifth wheel, sliding tandems, and open cargo doors or reach straps safely and easily. According to the company, the TnT Release reduces pull effort needed by 60 to 90%; minimizes strain on the driver’s back; won’t harm the truck or trailer; and is simple to install. It is made of a chrome molybdenum handle and an industrial grade aluminum rail and works in all weather conditions. “The TnT Release is a simple, yet innovative, product that can have multiple uses around the truck and trailer,” said Mike Lund, TnT president. www.truckntrailerusa.com
Thermo King cuts prices
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hermo King Corp. has lowered prices on more than 160 aftermarket parts for its refrigeration units and TriPac APUs. According to the company, the price reductions average about 12%, with some reductions up to 50%, on items ranging from compressor parts to engine parts. www.thermoking.com
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