NTEA releases 17th edition of Truck Equipment Handbook



This article was published in the March 2024 edition of NTEA News.

NTEA released the 17th edition of its Truck Equipment Handbook, a comprehensive pocket guide for commercial vehicle components and equipment.

“We are pleased to release this new version of the Truck Equipment Handbook,” said Steve Spata, NTEA senior technical assistance director. “Whether you’re new to the truck equipment industry or a long-time veteran, the handbook is a handy, condensed reference guide for all commercial vehicle professionals to cover a broad range of technical subjects.”

The latest version includes updates to U.S. and Canadian regulations, along with an expanded set of industry definitions. This edition also covers the vehicle certification process and regulatory standards applicable in Canada.

Topics addressed

  • Fundamental concepts and selection of chassis frames, PTOs, tires and other commercial vehicle systems
  • Vehicle weight analysis methods, calculations and illustrations
  • Advanced vehicle and fuel technology descriptions
  • Reference sections on vehicle certification and Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
  • Lighting requirements and illustrations
  • Weights and measures
  • Glossary of commercial vehicle industry terms

The new Handbook is available for $15 NTEA members and $29 nonmembers. Contact us (800-441-6832 or info@ntea.com) to order in bulk.

Learn more and order at ntea.com/handbook