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    Screenshot of electrocuting elephant | Edison Manufacturing Co.
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    What do Thomas Edison and an electrocuted elephant have to do with right to repair? Maybe nothing; maybe everything.
    Feb. 25, 2026
    Aftermarket advocates warn that the window for guaranteed repair access is closing, while opponents argue existing protections already work.
    Feb. 24, 2026
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    Is the third time the charm for the REPAIR Act, or will a new OEM-approved Right to Repair bill have more luck making it through the legislative process?
    Feb. 23, 2026
    Contains tools for everything from bead breaking to rim protection
    Feb. 20, 2026
    Tri-color floodlight output (white, red, green)
    Feb. 20, 2026
    The industry wants smarter trailers, but at some point, tractor-trailers will need more capable connectors as well. First, stakeholders must agree on a standardized design.
    Feb. 19, 2026
    Here’s a look at some of the top diesel and electric sleeper cab APU options for idle reduction, driver satisfaction, and ease of maintenance.
    Feb. 18, 2026
    Backwards-compatible and features AUX pins, CAN buses, and Hi-Speed Ethernet
    Feb. 16, 2026
    Peterson Manufacturing
    Repairable J560 Connector
    Allows for quick repairs at the connection point
    Feb. 16, 2026
    Lytx
    LytxOne
    Fleet management platform for video safety and telematics
    Feb. 16, 2026
    Hilltip
    hilltip
    For interchangeable truck bed systems
    Feb. 16, 2026
    Ex-Guard
    Ex-Guard MAX
    Features Front Underrun Mitigation System, VISR Bar, and more
    Feb. 16, 2026
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    Fleets that frequently idle aren’t just burning excess fuel; they’re likely losing money, so it’s time to rev up the calculator and crunch the numbers on anti-idle systems like...
    Feb. 16, 2026
    As tariffs and recession pressures grow, fleet leaders at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue shared what it will take to get their business in the coming year. And it starts with...
    Jan. 20, 2026
    CTech Manufacturing
    Van Cabinets CTech
    Engineered for durability, ease, and integration
    Jan. 16, 2026
    Peterbilt
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    Designed for local delivery and regional hauling
    Jan. 12, 2026
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    Grote Industries H.E.L.P System
    Available through 4SEE and as a stand-alone product
    Jan. 12, 2026
    Provides 2-hour continuous runtime
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Sonic Tools
    NEXT Ratchet Set
    Includes 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" ratchets
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Reduces four-tire changeover times by up to 45%
    Jan. 9, 2026
    Uses Nitrogen for pressure leak test
    Jan. 6, 2026
    Works for all CV makes and models
    Jan. 6, 2026
    Can diagnose many vehicle brands through one platform
    Jan. 6, 2026
    Next-gen, all-in-one DC fast charging system
    Jan. 6, 2026
    Allows shops to perform ADAS calibrations on demand
    Jan. 6, 2026
    Works on eight OE software systems
    Dec. 16, 2025
    Offers dedicated entry-level heavy-duty diagnostics
    Dec. 15, 2025
    Designed for maximum organization
    Dec. 5, 2025
    For Class 6-7 and light Class 8 applications
    March 15, 2024