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ConMet’s 60-Year Legacy of Commercial Vehicle Innovation
John Waters, President In the early 1960s, the commercial vehicle industry was in a technological expansion that made driving a truck safer and more comfortable. This made it a more popular career choice and encouraged additional innovation and development within the industry. ConMet was founded amid this backdrop in 1964…
ConMet Marks 60 Years of Innovation and Industry Leadership
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Mar. 28, 2024 — ConMet, a trusted partner in the commercial vehicle industry, is proud to kick off a celebration of its 60th anniversary. For six decades, ConMet has been at the forefront of innovation, creating numerous groundbreaking products that have revolutionized the industry. As the company…
ConMet Releases Service Videos to Share 60 Years of Wheel-End Expertise
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Mar. 19, 2024 — ConMet, the industry leader in wheel-end technology for 60 years, is excited to announce the release of their new series of service videos. The ConMet Service Video Series is designed to share ConMet's years of expertise with industry technicians and skilled service personnel,…
TruckWings Device Shows 5.25% Fuel Savings on CNG-powered Class 8 Day Cab Tractor
Savings proven by rigorous independent track testing. LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Mar. 12, 2024 – MVT Solutions (MVTS), a provider of fuel economy testing and design and development services for the trucking industry, announced that ConMet’s TruckWings™ technology showed a fuel savings of 8.7 gallons for every 1,000 miles driven.…
TruckWings Device Improves Efficiency by 6.2% on Diesel Class 8 Day Cab Tractor
The savings were proven by MVTS, a third part fuel economy tester. LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Mar. 07, 2024 – MVT Solutions (MVTS), a provider of fuel economy testing and design and development services for the trucking industry, announced that ConMet’s TruckWings™ technology showed a fuel savings of 6.61 gallons…
ConMet’s Nmotion TR 160-45 Wins HDT Top 20 Product Award
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Mar. 05, 2024 — ConMet eMobility’s Nmotion™ TR 160-45 has been identified by the editors of Heavy Duty Trucking magazine as one of the most innovative and significant new-product announcements of 2023. The product is being recognized for its groundbreaking technology and its ability to address important…
ConMet Reveals TruckWings Device Efficiency Results for CNG and Diesel Trucks at TMC24
NEW ORLEANS – Mar. 03, 2024 – ConMet, a leading provider of innovative solutions for the commercial vehicle industry, has announced impressive efficiency results for their TruckWings device tested on CNG and diesel trucks. The announcement was made at TMC, the American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Council’s 2024 Annual…
Regenerative Power for Zero-Emission Reefer Trailers
Marc Trahand, VP & General Manager ConMet eMobility The transition of fleets to electric vehicles is contingent upon the expansion and enhancement of charging networks and infrastructure. Given that electric tractors and trailers require substantial energy resources, the present electrical infrastructure in the U.S. finds itself strained, capable of accommodating…
ConMet Receives APEX Award from Daimler Truck North America
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Feb. 06, 2023 — ConMet is honored to have been recognized with a supplier award from DTNA Parts’ Achieving Parts Excellence (APEX) program. The award recognizes the company’s outstanding performance as an aftermarket parts and components supplier. This year marks the launch of DTNA Parts APEX program,…
ConMet Expands Medium-Duty PreSet Hub Aftermarket Portfolio
VANCOUVER, Wash. – Jan. 23, 2024 – ConMet, a leading global provider of innovative parts and components for commercial trucks and trailers, is excited to announce they have expanded the aftermarket availability of their industry-standard PreSet® hubs. With this expansion of their pre-assembled wheel hub technology, more fleets can benefit…
Wheel end PMs to Keep Your Fleet Running Safely
Smart fleet managers practice preventive maintenance (PM), scheduling regular service for their vehicles before they need it. The alternative, waiting for a vehicle to break down and become out-of-service, causes unnecessary downtime. Regularly servicing vehicles takes the guesswork out of managing the fleet, ultimately saving time, money, and frustration. Increase…
ConMet Receives Supplier Award from Aurora Parts
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Nov. 14, 2023 — ConMet has been honored with the Supplier Partnership Award for Superior Performance in 2022 from Aurora Parts, a service solutions provider for heavy-duty trailers in North America. Aurora Parts recognizes ConMet's exceptional commitment to product excellence, marketing and sales support, and continuous improvement,…
ConMet Acquires TruckLabs, the Creator of TruckWings
VANCOUVER, Wash. — Nov. 7, 2023 — ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative parts and components for commercial trucks and trailers, today announced the acquisition of TruckLabs, a technology company focused on reducing carbon emissions and improving operational efficiencies for fleets. The acquisition is part of ConMet’s 60-plus year…
PreSet® Wheel End Technology: The Evolution of Excellence
At ConMet, we take pride in our ability to help our customers solve problems. We put ourselves in their shoes and embrace their challenges as our own. This allows us to dedicate the necessary resources to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions. Thanks to our visionary engineering and manufacturing teams, our innovations…
Optimize Operations to Maximize the Benefits of Zero-Emission Reefers
October 5, 2023--As the commercial vehicle industry continues to work toward decreased emissions and more sustainable operations, the topic of fleet electrification is shifting from a matter of if to a matter of when. To successfully deploy zero-emission reefers, fleets should take a comprehensive approach that includes conducting internal needs…
ConMet Establishes European Headquarters, Further Advancing Global Strategic Growth
Stuttgart, Germany –– October 03, 2023 –– ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers, is excited to announce the establishment of their European headquarters. This strategic move demonstrates ConMet's commitment to serving the unique needs of the European market and providing innovative solutions to…
ConMet Receives 2023 Supplier Excellence Award from Navistar
Vancouver, WA | September 28, 2023 – ConMet is proud to announce it has received a 2023 Supplier Excellence Award from Navistar, a commercial transportation solutions provider with a vision to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility. Navistar’s Supplier Excellence Awards acknowledge suppliers in two primary areas: Performance and Leadership.…
ConMet PreSet Plus® Hub Assemblies Chosen as Standard for Cheetah Chassis Trailers
Vancouver, WA – September 19, 2023 – ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers, is excited to announce that its PreSet Plus hub assemblies have been selected as the standard choice for Cheetah Chassis, a manufacturer of custom container chassis and specialized flatbed trailers.…
Choosing the Right Telematics Provider for Your Fleet’s Success
August 2023 - The transportation industry has seen a significant transformation with the adoption of telematics solutions for commercial vehicle fleets. These advanced systems provide valuable data and insights that can optimize fleet management, improve safety, and increase efficiency. However, not all telematics providers are created equal. When choosing a…
ConMet Expands eMobility Business
Vancouver, WA - August 14, 2023 – ConMet, a leading global provider of transformative technologies for commercial trucks and trailers, is excited to announce the acquisition of assets focused on e-mobility products from the Saietta Group's Netherlands branch. With this new agreement, ConMet is integrating the intellectual property and employees…