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TRUCKMAKERS' NEWS * WORLDWIDE
* France - New partner crew van
Paris,France -HGV Ireland -November 12, 2009: -- Peugeot’s new Partner Van is now available in a five seat Crew Van version with an innovative factory fitted modular rear seat conversion... 
Based on the standard S L2 HDi 90 model, it offers the flexibility to carry up to five passengers whilst still offering the same 1.8 m load length and 3.3 m3 load volume as the standard L1 version, when the rear seats are folded away... It comes as standard with twin unglazed sliding side-loading doors for easy access and an integrated mesh bulkhead, effective both when the seats are in place and folded away... (Photo from caradvice: Partner rear)
* USA - Paccar Parts says its Roadleveler brakes resist corrosion from road de-icers
Renton,WASH,USA -Truck News -11 Nov 2009: -- With winter approaching, Paccar Parts is promoting its Roadleveler brakes which it says are resistant to the corrosive properties found in road de-icing agents such as magnesium chloride and calcium chloride... The Roadleveler brand of new and remanufactured brakes are marketed as all-make replacement parts including shoes and hardware kits for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. All products meet or exceed federal requirements... (Photo: Paccar Parts says its Roadleveler brakes stand up to the chemicals found in road de-icing agents)* Sweden - Wheel bearing monitor detects potential defects
Goterborg,Sweden -Fleet Owner -Nov 12, 2009: -- Wheel bearing safety has taken a step forward with a new preventive warning device from SKF Automotive Division. The SKF Wheel End Monitor mounts on the outboard side of a vehicle’s wheel and monitors vibration changes, alerting the driver through a flashing red warning signal of impending bearing failure. The early warning can also help avoid collateral damage to adjacent wheel end components... Drivers or technicians can check the bearing by holding a magnet included with the monitoring unit near the monitor. A red signal indicates a potential problem while a green indicator light lets the user know the bearing is defect free...
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