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ArticlesCover Storyby Lisajoyce VergaraNovember 1, 2007

Mitsubishi Fuso Returns to the Class 3 Market with 2008 FE 125

After a two-year hiatus, Mitsubishi Fuso has reentered the Class 3 market with a new low-cab forward medium-duty work truck.

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Articlesby Sean LydenSeptember 1, 2007

8 Mistakes to Avoid Spec’ing a Medium-Duty Truck Chassis

Even the most seasoned fleet managers occasionally misjudge truck specs. Following are the eight most common offenses committed and how to correct them before it’s too late.

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ArticlesSeptember 1, 2007

Using Data-Centric Predictive Analytics to Improve Driver Safety

Current tactics to analyze driver risk are reactionary, targeting drivers with already-proven unsafe behaviors. New data sources provide more comprehensive metrics for intelligent forecasting of high-risk drivers.

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Articlesby Sean LydenJuly 1, 2007

6 Steps to Selecting the Right Medium-Duty Trucks for Your Fleet

There are several options to consider when choosing the right truck. Eliminating unwanted costs, targeting specific needs, and calculating mpg are all ways you can help determine the right truck for your fleet needs.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2007

Could Your Next Work Truck be a Hybrid?

Medium- and heavy-duty hybrid truck tests show promise in stop-and- go situations and those that require auxiliary power generation in urban environments. But will costs come down enough to make them feasible for general use?

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ArticlesCover StoryJuly 1, 2007

Sterling Fires a Silver Bullet

The 2008 Sterling Bullet, the new Class 4-5 truck from Sterling Corp., is engineered and vocationally specific enough to handle the toughest jobs.

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ArticlesJuly 1, 2007

How to Determine Truck Tire Load Ratings

Tire load ratings must be followed when selecting a tire and wheel package. The tire must safely support a given amount of vehicle weight. If the load rating is insufficient, the tire may become overheated and can self destruct.

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Articlesby Sean LydenMay 1, 2007

The Medium-Duty Powertrain Puzzle: Putting Together the Pieces

Many factors must be considered before purchasing a medium-duty truck, including matching the right engine and transmission options to the correct drive/rear-axle ratio. Determining the truck’s application and driver’s skill level should help ease the process.

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Articlesby Joe BohnMay 1, 2007

What's the Early Report on the New 2008 Diesel Engines?

Questions linger regarding the reliability and serviceability of the new powertrain’s emissions systems. However, the technology isn’t all that new; with a proven history of reliability, it is designed to minimally impact drivers and serviceability.

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Articlesby Joe BohnMarch 1, 2007

OEMs Improve Truck Brake Safety and Control

Nearly all this year’s medium-duty Class 3-6 commercial vehicles provide upgraded braking systems and/or new brake-related features and options.

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