2. Make sure coupling area is flat, level, and clear of persons and obstacles. 3. Tilt ramps of fifth wheel downward. 4. Make sure locks are open. If locks are closed: Manual Release: If equipped with ...

Between higher fuel prices and added weight on new vehicles as a result of heavier emissions control equipment, truck operators have become more weight conscious than ever when specifying components.

Mack Trucks has announced that Jost International will supply fifth wheel coupling devices for certain models. The devices will be a standard feature on all Mack Pinnacle, Titan and Granite models.

Jost International has introduced what it calls the “revolutionary” Sensor Coupling System on its JSK37USK series air-release fifth wheel with sensor technology. It allows the driver to confirm that ...

Volvo Trucks will now equip fifth wheel coupling devices from Jost International as standard equipment on Volvo VN and VHD tractors manufactured at its Dublin, Va. plant., which assembles all Volvo ...

Mack announced today that Jost International, a global manufacturer of fifth wheels, landing gears and kingpins, will supply fifth wheel coupling devices as a standard feature on Mack Pinnacle, Titan ...