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Truck-Lite: Lighting Products That Outlast Them All
by Alvin Ybañez on April 8, 2021
If you have ever driven a truck in North America, chances are one or more of its lights are from Truck-Lite . For more than half a century, Truck-Lite has been the leading name in lighting solutions for the North American heavy duty commercial vehicle market. With one of the ... read more
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Peterson Manufacturing: The Market Leader in Vehicle Safety Lighting Products and Accessories
by Phoebe Trilles on April 1, 2021
Lights play a crucial role in vehicle safety and communication. The headlights, for one, are used to see the road clearly when driving. The tail lamps, on the other hand, are designed to increase your visibility when driving at night and in poorly lit areas. Because of the significant functions ... read more
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Backup Camera: A Beneficial Addition to Your Truck
by Alvin Ybañez on March 29, 2021
When the backup camera was first introduced, it was more of a novelty than a necessity. Today, backup cameras are increasingly becoming more common not just in trucks but in motor vehicles in general. In fact, the National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a ruling requiring all passenger cars, ... read more
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Velvac: Keeping Customers at the Forefront of Safety, Aesthetics, and Competitiveness
by Lyn Leoncito on March 25, 2021
Established in 1934 as the Vacuum Power Equipment Company, Velvac takes great pride in its long-standing industry reputation and over 85 years of experience in manufacturing air brake and valve components for heavy trucks and commercial vehicles. The company's corporate name was changed to " Velvac " in 1940, leveraging ... read more
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How to Choose the Right LED Lighting for Your Heavy Duty Truck
by Alvin Ybañez on February 18, 2021
Image Source: Unsplash There are tons of upgrades available that you can use to trick out your truck, but one of the best investments you can make is with LED lights. Whether it is a set of floodlights or a dome light for your cab, replacing your truck's lights with ... read more
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Buyers Products: Upholding the Integrity of American Craftsmanship
by Lyn Leoncito on February 8, 2021
When it comes to snow-removal equipment and a variety of truck and heavy equipment parts and accessories, no name could outshine the brand that has been with you season after season, year after year, and project after project— the Buyers Products . Born in the USA in 1946 as a ... read more
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Haldex: The Brake and Air Suspension Systems Expert for Heavy Vehicles
by Phoebe Trilles on February 1, 2021
For businesses who rely on their commercial trucks and heavy vehicle fleets, running on schedule is everything. Their heavy vehicles must depart and arrive on time and ensure their cargos get where they need to go. They simply can’t afford to have inefficient vehicles and high breakdown rates because their ... read more
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Meritor: A Global Leader in Aftermarket Parts
by Alvin Ybañez on December 10, 2020
If you’ve ever driven a freight truck, chances are your ride has at least one part from Meritor. Based in Michigan, Meritor is one of the world’s leading brands of parts for heavy duty trucks, trailers, buses, and other types of commercial vehicles. The company has been in the industry ... read more
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Bendix: Keeping Commercial Vehicles Safe and Comfortable
by Phoebe Trilles on December 7, 2020
In 2015, the number of commercial vehicles in use in the United States stood at approximately 141 million . Out of this number, an estimated 415,000 vehicles were reportedly involved in crashes—83,000 (20%) injury crashes and 3,598 (1%) fatal crashes. While commercial vehicles are implicated in only about 10% of ... read more
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Getting to Know and Appreciate the Grote SuperNova LED Side Turn Marker Light
by Lyn Leoncito on December 14, 2020
When on the road, failure to send out signals to other drivers and pedestrians makes the roads less safe. This selfish act causes sudden and dangerous swerves, fender-benders, panic braking, or worse, fatal accidents. The advance notice that a well-functioning turn signal light can give a few seconds before an ... read more
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