Fifth wheels are a safety-critical feature that often doesn't get the attention it should. Fontaine Fifth Wheel's SmartConnect aims to change that, with driver alerts and predictive maintenance ...

The Fontaine SmartConnect fifth wheel features sensors that will use couple and de-coupling data to anticipate maintenance needs before problems occur, the company said.

When integrated with the truck OEM’s CAN and telematics, SmartConnect will seamlessly transmit lock status, hours of use, number of couples, and maintenance alerts to fleet managers ...

Fontaine Fifth Wheel has introduced the SmartConnect fifth wheel that confirms it's locked and notifies fleets of potential maintenance requirements.

Fontaine Fifth Wheel and its aftermarket parts group, Fontaine Parts Connection, unveiled a new family of fifth wheels Thursday, including a new lightweight fifth wheel slider system and a direct ...

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 ...

Fontaine Fifth Wheel introduced the new Ultra family of fifth wheels that includes substantial design upgrades to existing products as well as new products aimed at equipment owners looking to ...

The Fontaine line of fifth wheels is designed for heavy and severe-duty applications. Mounting brackets are available in a wide variety of sizes in both stationary and sliding configurations. The 7000 ...

Fontaine Fifth Wheel has developed a new catalog that makes it easy for fleet managers to mix and match Navistar-compatible brackets and top plates to create the perfect fifth wheels for their needs.

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Trussville-based Fontaine Fifth Wheel said Wednesday that Roger Crawford has been promoted to president of the company's North American original equipment manufacturer ...

Fontaine Fifth Wheel announced a new line of fifth wheels for heavy- and severe-duty applications, with mounting brackets available in a wide variety of sizes in both stationary and sliding ...

Fontaine Fifth Wheel has issued a recall on all Ultra LT model fifth wheels manufactured between 2009 and 2013. The recall was issued through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Aug ...