Please call your Congressman ASAP and Urge them to: REJECT THE DAINES AMENDMENT WHICH WOULD BLOCK AN INCREASE TO MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Greetings!      This morning, the House of Representatives will vote on amendments to the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Bill Fiscal Year 2015. Congressman Daines (R-MT) is offering an anti-truck safety amendment to block any increase in minimum insurance requirements for truck carriers.   Every year on average 4,000 people die in truck crashes and 100,000 more are injured at a cost of at least $87 billion. Crashes involving multiple deaths and injuries, similar to the recent tragic crashes in New Jersey and California, happen every week. The total combined damages from these crashes far exceed the current minimum insurance requirements. The families who suffer terrible losses and injuries should not have to also bear the financial burden of these crashes. TAKE action now:  Please call your Congressman ASAP and Urge them to:  REJECT THE DAINES AMENDMENT WHICH WOULD BLOCK AN INCREASE TO MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS  To find your Representative and their contact information, please click here.     Talking Points: We urge you to oppose the Daines amendment that would block an increase in minimum insurance requirements for motor carriers in the THUD bill for fiscal year 2015.  Minimum Insurance Levels for Motor Carriers Need to be Increased Minimum levels of insurance for trucks, currently set at $750,000, have not been increased in over 30 years and are woefully insufficient.  Consequently a portion of the damages and losses caused by motor carriers who carry insurance at or near the minimum is imposed upon the American motoring public.  The underinsured segments of the industry are effectively subsidized by American taxpayers through unreimbursed social welfare programs including Medicaid and Social Security.  If all of the industry were required to absorb more of the losses they cause, significant changes in the industry would occur, resulting in safer highways for all. FMCSA Report Supports an Increase in Minimum Financial Responsibility In April 2014, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a report on its review of minimum financial responsibility that found current levels to be inadequate.   It found that costs for severe and critical injury crashes can easily exceed $1 million, that current limits do not adequately cover catastrophic crashes and acknowledged that medical care inflation would increase levels to at least $3.2 million. Additional Reports Support Increasing Minimum Financial Responsibility Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE) - This report found that the upper range for liability awards involving death or catastrophic injury is $9-10 million, and recommended that DOT set limits per crash of at least $10 million. Trucking Alliance Review of Crash Settlements - Member companies of the Trucking Alliance voluntarily tracked 8,692 accident settlements between 2005 and 2011. According to the Trucking Alliance, 42 percent of the injury claims could have had no avenue for offsetting all medical costs.   The Daines amendment would inappropriately block a regulatory process that Congress directed.    Congress gave the DOT Secretary and FMCSA the authority to review the minimum insurance level, and the rule making process, including public comments, should be respected and followed. MAP-21 directed the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to review minimum financial responsibility requirements for motor carriers. The Daines amendment would inappropriately block changes necessitated by this review.   The losses of lives and injuries in the recent tragic crashes in California and in New Jersey are just two examples of the potential for large damages in truck crashes. The American public should not be forced to subsidize the damages in these crashes. OPPOSE THE DAINES AMENDMENT

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions at 703.294.6404.      Thanks,     John Lannen Executive Director Truck Safety Coalition jlannen@trucksafety.org 703.294.6404

NHTSA Recall Notice 6.9.13

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V228
Manufacturer :	Coach and Equipment Mfg Corp.
Make / Model Years :	COACH AND EQUIPMENT / 2013
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V229
Manufacturer :	Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	INFINITI / 2014 NISSAN / 2014
Subject :	One Lug Nut per Right Side Wheel may be Loose
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V230
Manufacturer :	HME, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	FERRARA / 2013
Subject :	Seat Belt may be Difficult to Unlatch/FMVSS 209
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V231
Manufacturer :	Federal Coach, LLC
Make / Model Years :	FEDERAL COACH / 2010
Subject :	Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V232
Manufacturer :	Mobility Works (WMK Inc.)
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2013-2014
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V233
Manufacturer :	Keystone RV Company
Make / Model Years :	KEYSTONE / 2014
Subject :	Interior Steps May Fracture
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V235
Manufacturer :	Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years :	FIAT / 2013-2014
Subject :	Coolant Leak in Power Inverter may Cause Stall
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V241
Manufacturer :	Turtle Top
Make / Model Years :	TURTLE TOP / 2013
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V256
Manufacturer :	Trans Tech Bus
Make / Model Years :	TRANS TECH / 2013
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V272
Manufacturer :	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years :	TOYOTA / 2014
Subject :	Improper Seat Belt Restraint Software/FMVSS 208
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V284
Manufacturer :	Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2008-2011 MERCURY / 2008-2011
Subject :	Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V285
Manufacturer :	Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2010-2014
Subject :	Water Intrusion may cause License Plate Lamp Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V286
Manufacturer :	Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2011-2013
Subject :	Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V293
Manufacturer :	Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years :	DODGE / 2014 JEEP / 2014
Subject :	Cruise Control Unintended Continued Acceleration
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V294
Manufacturer :	Chrysler Group LLC
Make / Model Years :	RAM / 2014
Subject :	Water Seepage Causing Circuit Corrosion

ANATOMY OF A DUAL-TRIP SNOW PLOW

A snow plow is a snow plow, right?  Or is it?  The fact is that all snow plows will push snow.  However, the mechanics of how a snow plow is designed and manufactured can make a huge difference in the efficiency, durability, reliability and productivity of the snow plow.  For snow removal contractors, having dependable equipment that helps you get the job done is an integral part of running a successful snow removal business.

To take a deeper dive into the anatomy of a plow, take a look at the dual-trip v plow infographic.  See how and why the DXT was designed and built to withstand not only tough plowing conditions but also how the dual-trip design provides enhances plow and vehicle protection when striking hidden obstacles. 

The Snowplow Blogger

Posted by Jodie Gilroy, Boss Plows on Tue, May 20, 2014

NHTSA Recall Notice 6.2.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V210
Manufacturer :	Westward Industries
Make / Model Years :	WESTWARD / 2013
Subject :	Front Brake Pads may Fall Out of Caliper
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V215
Manufacturer :	Blue Bird Body Company
Make / Model Years :	BLUE BIRD / 2009-2015
Subject :	Ice May Form in Intake Manifold
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V216
Manufacturer :	Advanced Wheels Of Technology, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2008-2010
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V217
Manufacturer :	E-One Incorporated
Make / Model Years :	E-ONE / 2013-2014
Subject :	Vehicle Input Module Software Issues
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V218
Manufacturer :	Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	NISSAN / 2014
Subject :	Steering Assembly may Loosen
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V220
Manufacturer :	Forest River, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	FOREST RIVER / 2014
Subject :	Incorrect Certification Label Information/567
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V221
Manufacturer :	Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company
Make / Model Years :	UTILITY / 2015
Subject :	Axle Nuts May Be Over Tightened
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V222
Manufacturer :	Gillig LLC
Make / Model Years :	GILLIG / 2012-2014
Subject :	Electrical Harness Connector may Corrode
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V225
Manufacturer :	Oshkosh Corporation
Make / Model Years :	OSHKOSH / 2011-2012
Subject :	Over Pressurized Primary Fuel Tank
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V226
Manufacturer :	Glaval Bus
Make / Model Years :	GLAVAL / 2007-2012
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift Armored Pendant Cable Shortcircuit
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V242
Manufacturer :	Daimler Trucks North America LLC
Make / Model Years :	FREIGHTLINER / 2013
Subject :	Missing locking snap rings on wheel end drive axle
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V273
Manufacturer :	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years :	TOYOTA / 2004-2011
Subject :	Spare Tire Assembly may Corrode and Detach
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V274
Manufacturer :	Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing
Make / Model Years :	TOYOTA / 2014
Subject :	Second Row Right-Hand Seat Assembly/FMVSS 207

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.26.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V197
Manufacturer :	Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply, I
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2008 FORD / 1994,1998,2007-2011
Subject :	Wheelchair Lift/Outer Roll Stop Latching Mechanism
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V198
Manufacturer :	Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years :	AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject :	Floor Mat Caught Between Seat Brackets/FMVSS 207
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V199
Manufacturer :	Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years :	AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject :	Brake Valve Bolts may Loosen/FMVSS 121
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V200
Manufacturer :	Autocar Industries, LLC
Make / Model Years :	AUTOCAR / 2012-2014
Subject :	Steering Column Mounting Bracket may be Loose
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V201
Manufacturer :	Navistar, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	INTERNATIONAL / 2013-2015
Subject :	Missing Bolts On The Brake Caliper Mounting Plate
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V202
Manufacturer :	BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years :	BMW / 2014
Subject :	Child Safety Locks may Disengage
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V203
Manufacturer :	Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
Make / Model Years :	ISUZU / 2012-2013
Subject :	Horn may not Work
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V205
Manufacturer :	Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	MACK / 2010-2015
Subject :	Conspicuity Reflectors Blocked/FMVSS 108
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V206
Manufacturer :	Prevost Cars, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	PREVOST / 2010-2014
Subject :	Seat Base Rubbing Seat Belt
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V207
Manufacturer :	Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	MACK / 2014-2015
Subject :	Pressure Relief Valve not Installed in Air Tank
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V208
Manufacturer :	Mack Trucks, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	MACK / 2007-2014
Subject :	Hazard Lights May Not Function
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V209
Manufacturer :	Double K Inc.
Make / Model Years :	DOUBLE K / 2009-2010
Subject :	Electric Door Actuator May Lead to Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V211
Manufacturer :	BMW of North America, LLC
Make / Model Years :	BMW / 2013
Subject :	Transmission Seal may Dislodge and Leak Oil
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V214
Manufacturer :	Grand Design RV, LLC
Make / Model Years :	GRAND DESIGN / 2014
Subject :	Microwave May Start On Its Own And Cause A Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V224
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2004-2008 PONTIAC / 2005-2008 SATURN / 2007-2008
Subject :	Transmission Shift Cable may Fracture/Rollaway
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V253
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CADILLAC / 2014
Subject :	Wiper System may become Inoperable
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V259
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CADILLAC / 2015
Subject :	Partial Passenger Air Bag Deployment/FMVSS 208
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V260
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2004-2008
Subject :	Headlamp Switch Overheating Causing Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V261
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2004-2008
Subject :	Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V262
Manufacturer :	Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	SUZUKI / 2004-2008
Subject :	Headlamp Switch or DRL Module Overheating
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V265
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2015 GMC / 2015
Subject :	Fuse Block may come Loose and Result in a Fire
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V266
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	BUICK / 2009-2014 CHEVROLET / 2009-2014 GMC / 2009-2014 SATURN / 2009-2010
Subject :	Flexible Steel Cable for Seat Belt may Fail

NHTSA Recall Notice 5.19.14

Please click on the following NHTSA Campaign ID links to view the recall information.

NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V191
Manufacturer :	Spartan Motors, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	SPARTAN MOTORS / 2011-2014
Subject :	Fuel Tank may Separate from Vehicle
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V192
Manufacturer :	Nissan North America, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	NISSAN / 2014
Subject :	Front Member Missing Welds/FMVSS 208, 305
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V193
Manufacturer :	Wheeled Coach Industries, Inc.
Make / Model Years :	WHEELED COACH / 2010,2013-2014
Subject :	Momentary Power Loss to the EXC Timer
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V194
Manufacturer :	Triple E Recreational Vehicles
Make / Model Years :	FREE SPIRIT / 2012-2014
Subject :	Hazard Lights may not Work on Tow Vehicle/Trailer
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V195
Manufacturer :	Open Range R.V. Company
Make / Model Years :	OPEN RANGE / 2014
Subject :	Gas Line for Kitchen Slideout Is Too Short
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V237
Manufacturer :	Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2013-2014
Subject :	Side-Curtain Rollover Air Bag Deployment Delay
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V239
Manufacturer :	Ford Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	FORD / 2013-2014
Subject :	Doors may Open while Driving
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V240
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	BUICK / 2014 CHEVROLET / 2014
Subject :	Incorrect Brake Rotors may be Installed
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V245
Manufacturer :	Hyundai Motor Company
Make / Model Years :	HYUNDAI / 2011-2014
Subject :	Air Bag Assembly May Loosen in the Steering Wheel
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V246
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2014-2015 GMC / 2014
Subject :	Tie Rod Separation/Loss of Steering
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V247
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2014
Subject :	Loss of Brake Vacuum Assist/FMVSS 135
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V251
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2005-2007
Subject :	Loss of Low Beam Headlights
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V252
Manufacturer :	General Motors LLC
Make / Model Years :	CHEVROLET / 2004-2012 PONTIAC / 2005-2010 SATURN / 2007-2010
Subject :	Brake Lights may or may not Randomly Illuminate
NHTSA Campaign ID Number :	14V254
Manufacturer :	Highland Ridge RV
Make / Model Years :	OPEN RANGE / 2014
Subject :	Gas Line for Kitchen Slideout Is Too Short

The Powerjack - Heavy Duty Highway Jack

The  Powerjack 7500™ is designed for large equipment trailers that are towed by vehicles with compressed air systems on board. This unit is controlled by an Enerpac XA series pump. A single Powerjack 7500™ is used for trailers and equipment with hitch weights up to 7500 lbs, making it the perfect jack for installation on trailers rated at 20,000 lbs, up to a maximum of 30,000 lbs.

The dual Powerjack 7500™ is the easiest way to handle your larger goose-necks and tag trailers with a lift capacity up to 15,000 lbs of hitch weight. This set is capable of supporting trailers up to 60,000 lbs GVWR with a maximum 25% of the trailer weight on the hitch.

The new foot design allows for an impressive 31 inch lift from ground to mounting surface.

This jack is perfect for:

    Air Powered Hydraulics
    Gooseneck Flatbed Trailers
    Enclosed Fifthwheel Trailers
    Tag Trailers
    Equipment Trailers

Lift Capacity     7500 lbs
Weight     196.9 lbs
Total Length     37.85”
Mounting Length     35”
Width     12”
Width with Handle     19.4”
Depth     10.16”

Email: Info@powerjacksystems.com
Phone: 712-725-2450