Dana Takes Focus on Last-Mile Delivery Market - Engine Builder Magazine

Dana Takes Focus on Last-Mile Delivery Market

As these delivery vehicles travel local and regional delivery routes, extended idling periods and stop-and-go driving styles place a strain on engine and driveline components. These stresses will ultimately increase service frequency, putting you in a position to grow your business.

The trend in last mile delivery is driving an increase in light and medium-duty van platforms. As these delivery vehicles travel local and regional delivery routes, extended idling periods and stop-and-go driving styles place a strain on engine and driveline components. These stresses will ultimately increase service frequency, putting you in a position to grow your business – especially if you select the right parts for the job.

Last-mile delivery is driving significant growth in light and medium-duty vehicle platforms like the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit and Nissan NV. The light/medium-duty classification of last-mile delivery vehicles opens the door for owner operators and non-CDL drivers to get into localized package delivery. This, in turn, creates a new opportunity for shop owners to build their businesses, as service patterns shift away from large fleet repair contracts.

Downtime is almost inevitable for these hard-working vehicles, due to the increased stress placed on all van systems by the stop-and-go driving and extended idling periods of in-town delivery. Yet downtime costs owners beyond the price of the repair, so getting these vehicles back on the road quickly, with quality parts, is essential. And that’s exactly where Dana Aftermarket has you covered.

Dana understands that demanding logistical patterns can take a toll on a delivery van’s factory driveshaft. Given the popularity of Dodge/Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans among shippers aiming to deliver smaller loads quickly, Dana commercialized a drop in driveshaft replacement for 2002-2009 Sprinter vans in 2019. These aftermarket driveshafts from Dana provide the performance, reliability, and durability of original equipment (OE) products – because Dana is an OE manufacturer.

This 3-piece Spicer driveshaft is designed, engineered and manufactured to serve as a virtually maintenance-free one for one replacement. Since the driveshafts are pre-balanced, they offer a direct product swap without the need for a balancing machine. Spicer driveshafts for Sprinter vans eliminate assembly time and meet global aftermarket driveshaft requirements. They are an ideal aftermarket solution, particularly for service shops with immediate uptime service programs.

Dana also supplies Victor Reinz engine gasket replacements for the Sprinter. Offerings include conversion gasket sets, cylinder head gasket sets, and turbocharger mounting kits. Yet that’s just a small sampling of the comprehensive line of Victor Reinz gaskets and sealing solutions. Victor Reinz is the brand that engine and vehicles manufacturers rely on – and the brand that repair shop and fleet owners can trust when delivery vehicles needs repairs.

Fleet and service shop owners will appreciate the completeness of the gasket sets offered by Victor Reinz, and the coverage available for a range of Class 1, 2, 3 and 4 vehicles. Head gasket applications include popular delivery vehicle engines such as Cummins, Powerstroke and Duramax with patented Wave-Stopper technology. As the last-mile delivery market grows, Victor Reinz is committed to providing coverage and continuing to respond to market demands.

For more information: SpicerParts.com and VictorReinz.us.

You May Also Like

Thousands Oppose California’s Mandate Banning New Gas-Powered Vehicle Sales

SEMA members and industry consumers send EPA over 5,000 letters in opposition to ACC II Waiver

SEMA member companies and automotive enthusiasts have come out in strong opposition to the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) "Advanced Clean Cars II" (ACC II) regulation that would ban the sale of new internal combustion engine motor vehicles by 2035. Specialty aftermarket businesses and industry supporters sent over 5,000 letters to the U.S. EPA expressing opposition to the agency providing California a Clean Air Act waiver, which is required in order for ACC II to take effect. Industry and enthusiasts alike have united in opposition to California’s Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate that would adversely impact automotive businesses, their employees, and millions of automotive enthusiasts. 

Howell EFI Launches New Website and Promotions

Howell EFI, a leading manufacturer of electronic fuel injection for older pre-computer vehicles of all types, has newly launched a user-friendly website, as well as introduced free ground shipping on orders over $500 to the lower 48 states, and a March Madness sale of 10% off any order. Related Articles – Dayco Begins Full-Scale Belt

Dayco Begins Full-Scale Belt Production in Mexico

At the end of 2022, Dayco, a leading engine product and drive systems manufacturer for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, announced it was investing in a new manufacturing facility in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, to produce its globally recognized OE-quality drive belts. Related Articles – VP Racing Partners with Ida Zetterstrom for 2024 NHRA

Cummins Announces Next Gen X15 Diesel Engine

Cummins Inc. has announced it will launch its most efficient heavy-duty diesel engine ever. As the next product in the Cummins HELM 15-liter fuel agnostic platform, the diesel X15 will be compliant with U.S. EPA and CARB 2027 aligned regulations at launch. The next generation X15 diesel engine in North America will serve the heavy-duty

Hendrick Motorsports Partners with GROB Systems

Hendrick Motorsports and GROB Systems Inc. have teamed up for a synergistic partnership to bring precision 5-Axis GROB machines to the Concord, NC campus of the 14-time NASCAR Cup Series champions.  Related Articles – Sick Week 2024 Results – Isky Racing Cams’ Ron Iskenderian Has Passed Away at 75 – MPMC Media Trade Conference to Relocate in 2025

Other Posts

Mobil 1 Celebrates 50th Anniversary

In 2024, ExxonMobil will commemorate its 50-year history of the Mobil 1 brand with a series of initiatives across partnerships, motorsports, and virtual reality, each of which will highlight the brand’s legacy and what’s to come. Related Articles – Lewis Hamilton to Leave Mercedes for Ferrari in F1 2025 Season – Formula 1 Rejects Andretti

Lewis Hamilton to Leave Mercedes for Ferrari in F1 2025 Season

Lewis Hamilton will join Ferrari next year and replace Carlos Sainz.

Formula 1 Rejects Andretti and Cadillac

Formula 1 earlier this week rejected Andretti Global’s long-held bid to join the series in the 2025 or 2026 season, also denying the team’s corporate partner General Motors. Related Articles – Competitors Revealed for ’24 Pikes Peak Hill Climb – Hot Rod Drag Week 2024 to Celebrate 20th Anniversary – Engine Builder Hall of Fame

Nasr Victorious at Rolex 24 for Penske, Porsche

Felipe Nasr delivered the first Rolex 24 At Daytona overall win for team owner Roger Penske in 55 years, and the first for Porsche in 14 years, in an exciting conclusion Sunday to the iconic endurance sports car race. Related Articles – 3 Engines for Sale – LS3 and Two Small Block Chevys – Holley