4/01/13

ARE Truck Caps and Covers Presentation



A.R.E. Truck Caps and Covers reporting from the 2012 SEMA show. Here is an exclusive look at the new products we unveiled in our booth!

The New Kenworth T880


Learn about Kenworth's newest truck, the T880.

3/25/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 3.25.13

NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V098
Manufacturer : Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : TOYOTA / 2007-2013
Subject : Access Door Cracks/Seat Belt Anchor Detachment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V097
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : BUICK / 2013
CADILLAC / 2013
Subject : Loss of Engine Braking/FMVSS 102
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V095
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2012-2013
Subject : Shift Lever may Indicate Incorrect Gear
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V093
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : ACURA / 2004-2008
Subject : Engine Stall due to ECU Corrosion
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V092
Manufacturer : Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Make / Model Years : ACURA / 2005-2006
HONDA / 2005
Subject : Inadvertent Application of Brakes
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V091
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : KENWORTH / 2013-2014
PETERBILT / 2013-2014
Subject : Seat Belt Buckle Attaching Cable may Fray and Fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V090
Manufacturer : Crossroads RV
Make / Model Years : CROSSROADS / 2013
Subject : Power Converter may Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V088
Manufacturer : Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Make / Model Years : TEREX / 2012
Subject : Ground Fault Interrupt Protection
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V084
Manufacturer : Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC
Make / Model Years : VOLVO / 2013
Subject : Information Labels/Part 567
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V080
Manufacturer : General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years : CHEVROLET / 2011
Subject : CNG Pressure Relief Vent Pipe
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V072
Manufacturer : CATERPILLAR INC.
Make / Model Years : CATERPILLAR / 2012,2014
Subject : Missing side marker lamps and/or reflective tape

3/18/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 3.18.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V089
Manufacturer : Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Make / Model Years : TEREX / 1999-2012
Subject : Utility Truck
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V085
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2013
Subject : Driver Side Child Lock may not Function
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V083
Manufacturer : Supreme Corporation
Make / Model Years : STARTRANS / 2009-2010
Subject : Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V082
Manufacturer : PACCAR Incorporated
Make / Model Years : KENWORTH / 2014
Subject : Seat Belt Anchor Reinforcement may be Misinstalled
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V081
Manufacturer : Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years : FORD / 2004-2007
MERCURY / 2004-2007
Subject : Corrosion of Third Row Seat Attachment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V079
Manufacturer : Great Dane Trailers
Make / Model Years : GREAT DANE / 2011
Subject : Cracking Welds may Lead to Axle Disengagement
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V078
Manufacturer : Subaru of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUBARU / 2012
Subject : Wiper Motor Bottom Cover Melting
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V077
Manufacturer : Subaru of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUBARU / 2012
Subject : Moonroof Glass - Separation/Detachment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V075
Manufacturer : Terex South Dakota, Inc.
Make / Model Years : TEREX / 2012
Subject : Utility Truck Aerial Device Leveling Arm
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V074
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2012-2013
Subject : Smartplex Switch Hub Module
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V073
Manufacturer : Daimler Trucks North America
Make / Model Years : FREIGHTLINER / 2011-2013
Subject : Cracks in Fuel Tank may Leak Gasoline
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V071
Manufacturer : Starcraft RV, Inc.
Make / Model Years : STARCRAFT / 2013
Subject : Progressive Dynamics Power Converter Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V070
Manufacturer : Jayco, Inc.
Make / Model Years : JAYCO / 2013
Subject : Progressive Dynamics Power Converter Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V069
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : INFINITI / 2013
NISSAN / 2013
Subject : Occupant Detection System May Disable Pass Air Bag
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V068
Manufacturer : Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : NISSAN / 2013
Subject : Fuel Tank may Leak when Full

3/11/13

NHTSA Recall Notice of 3.11.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V076
Manufacturer : Fontaine Heavy-Haul
Make / Model Years : FONTAINE / 2013
Subject : Gooseneck to Deck Combo Eye Plate Cracks
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V067
Manufacturer : SUPREME CORPORATION
Make / Model Years : STARTRANS / 2006-2012
Subject : Wheelchair Lift Armored Cable Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V066
Manufacturer : Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SPARTAN / 2012-2013
Subject : Inadvertent Air Bag deployment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V065
Manufacturer : Keystone RV Company
Make / Model Years : KEYSTONE / 2013
Subject : Power Converters may Short Circuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V064
Manufacturer : US Specs
Make / Model Years : PORSCHE / 2002
Subject : Passenger Seatbelts missing ALR/FMVSS 208
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V063
Manufacturer : US Specs
Make / Model Years : BMW / 1986,1997
PORSCHE / 2002
Subject : Passenger Side Mirror Labels/FMVSS 111
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V062
Manufacturer : Pierce Manufacturing
Make / Model Years : PIERCE / 2007-2010
Subject : Doors may open Unexpectedly
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V061
Manufacturer : Subaru of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : SUBARU / 2010-2013
Subject : Remote Engine Starter Fob Malfunction
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V059
Manufacturer : Northwood Manufacturing, LLC
Make / Model Years : ARTIC FOX / 2013
DESERT FOX / 2013
FOX MOUNTAIN / 2013
SNOW RIVER / 2013
Subject : Incorrect Weights Listed on Labels

3/10/13

Pro-Tech Flatbed With Side Slats at The 2013 Work Truck Show




Pro-Tech aluminum flatbed bodies combine heavy-duty performance with maximum payload efficiency. Corrosion resistant materials never require painting for consistent quality appearance and low maintenance costs.

Typical options give you a full range of choices for your specific application. Custom flatbed bodies designed and ready for delivery in 2-4 weeks. 

Typical Options Available:
  • Rear Underride Device
  • Rear Light Panel
  • Fifth-Wheel Hatch
  • Wood Deck Nailers
  • Stake Racks - Slat or Solid
  • Fold-down or Lift-out
  • Lumber Stops
  • Recessed Fuel Filler
  • Light Modules - CG Mount
  • Chain Pop-ups
  • Rope or Strap Hooks
  • Side Boards
  • Lumber Rack
  • Mud Flaps and many more!

3/04/13

NHTSA Recall Notice 3.4.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V058
Manufacturer : Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PORSCHE / 2012-2013
Subject : Exhaust Tail Pipe May Fall From Vehicle
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V056
Manufacturer : Daimler Buses North America
Make / Model Years : ORION / 2011-2012
Subject : Leaking Brake Pressure may Lead to Wheel End Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V055
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2010-2013
Subject : Drag Link Collar Turnbuckle Fracture
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V054
Manufacturer : Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years : WORKHORSE / 2011-2012
Subject : No Warning for Low Brake Fluid Level
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V053
Manufacturer : UD Trucks Corporation
Make / Model Years : UD / 2011-2013
Subject : Oil Cooler Hose Clamp Retaining Ring May Fail
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V051
Manufacturer : Hyundai-Kia America Technical Center Inc
Make / Model Years : HYUNDAI / 2012
Subject : Sunroof may Shatter due to Installation Error
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V050
Manufacturer : Keystone RV Company
Make / Model Years : KEYSTONE / 2013
Subject : Incorrect Tire Pressure Label/FMVSS 120, 567
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V041
Manufacturer : Lotus Cars USA, Inc.
Make / Model Years : LOTUS / 2007-2008
Subject : Oil cooler line detachment
NHTSA Campaign ID Number : 13V039
Manufacturer : Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years : PREVOST / 2008-2013
Subject : Uncontrollable Throttle Signal