Fontaine Fifth Wheel recently added the Green Eye safety indicator to its TechLock locking system, which it says guarantees problem-free, tractor/trailer coupling for all users, and highlighted its ...

The TARS (Tractor Anti-Roll System) looks a fair bit like most fifth-wheel setups from the top, with its cast steel top plate and trailer locking mechanism. It can handle 55,000-lb (25,000-kg) loads, ...

Fleets have several high-maintenance relationships with tractor-trailers, such as aftertreatment and tires. But maintaining those relationships should not come at the cost of the simple-yet-vital ...

When a semi truck rolls over, drivers behind the wheel have a nearly 50-50 chance of living or dying — but one company has developed a trailer attachment plate that's designed to keep loads from ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the major perks of owning a big, powerful truck is the ability to haul large loads with the help of various accessories. Even if an ...

Hitching up a fifth-wheel trailer for the first time can be an intimidating task. Fortunately, with a little practice and a few helpful tips, hooking up to a fifth-wheel trailer can be easier than ...

If you're new to towing big trailers, you may have heard the terms "gooseneck" and "fifth wheel/5th wheel" thrown around, but what's the difference and why would you choose one over the other? While ...