KIRKS - Transit / Fleet / Equipment

10/13/2026

APTA 2026 was a success! The KIRKS Team had a great time connecting with industry professionals last week at APTA. If you didn't get a chance to connect with us, contact us here: https://www.kirks.com/about-us/contact/.

10/06/2026

Modern fleets face higher electrical loads than ever before.

That’s why KIRKS partners with Prestolite Leece-Neville to deliver heavy-duty alternators engineered to handle extreme engine temperatures and demanding operational requirements. Contact us for a quote and keep your people moving!

09/29/2026

Tired of questionable knockoff parts?

It’s time to escape the parts trap and give your fleet's posture the support it deserves.

Learn how Firestone Airide™ air springs act as the vital joints and cartilage of your bus suspension. Protect your chassis, keep riders comfortable, and deliver Approved Equal™ cost-savings.

Read more about it here:

Firestone Airide™ transit bus air springs: The features behind the performance. Escape the Parts Trap with KIRKS - Transit, Fleet, Equipment Firestone Airide™ transit bus air springs: The features behind the performance. Escape the Parts Trap with KIRKS - Transit, Fleet, Equipment

09/22/2026

Whether you’re managing a fleet or optimizing an industrial facility, keeping your operations running at peak performance is always the bottom line.

KIRKS supplies all-aluminum radiators & CACs. Engineered for superior heat transfer and extreme durability, our corrosion-resistant aluminum radiators keep your heavy-duty engines cool under the toughest conditions.

Learn more here: https://www.kirks.com/products/heating-cooling/radiators/

09/15/2026

Meet Marty.

Marty joined our team as a California Warehouse Team Member on June 15th!

Marty says he's happy to start this new chapter and work in such a supportive team environment.

What he values most about working at KIRKS is the genuine trust the leadership places in employees to do their jobs, and the way the team truly looks out for one another.

Outside of work, he’s always up for a little adventure, with skydiving sitting at the top of his personal bucket list! Favorite quote:
Guided by the Golden Rule, "Treat others the way you wish to be treated," Marty brings a great attitude to customer service every day.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from the KIRKS Team!

08/25/2026

When a heavy-duty diesel engine needs to wake up, there’s no snooze button.

But between the legacy 42MT workhorse, the versatile 39MT, and the next-gen 150MT, picking the wrong starter can mean costly downtime. We broke down the top 5 differences—from gear reduction to extreme-durability smart tech—so you can match the right power to your fleet's real-world demands.

Read about it here:

Article Summary:Delco Remy Heavy Duty Starting Power: The 39MT, 42MT, and 150MT Showdown Not all heavy-duty starters are created equal. This guide breaks

08/18/2026

Whether you’re managing a fleet or optimizing a bustling industrial facility, keeping your operations moving safely is always the bottom line.

That’s why we focus on high-reliability solutions designed to eliminate downtime and maximize performance.

KIRKS Remanufactured Approved EqualTM Air Disc Brake Calipers are perfect for transit fleets and heavy-duty vehicles that demand rigorous safety and constant uptime.

Learn more here: https://www.kirks.com/products/brakes/air-disc-calipers/

08/11/2026

BIG News: In March, the EPA issued a landmark guidance update that allows manufacturers to cut out problematic DEF sensors entirely.

The compliance spotlight has officially shifted to NOx sensors: the new, mission-critical heroes of your exhaust system.

No more hyper-sensitive DEF sensors sending a bus to "inducement jail." Make the shift to reliable and accurate NOx Sensors by MallenTech.

A landmark EPA guidance change issued on March 27, 2026, eliminates the requirement for traditional, glitchy Urea Quality Sensors (UQS/DEF sensors). For over a decade, these hypersensitive sensors have thrown "digital tantrums"—triggering false emission alarms that force healthy transit buses and ...

08/04/2026

Meet Eddie. He joined the KIRKS team in California this past February as our Warehouse Manager.

Eddie hit the ground running, jumping right in and keeping our operations moving seamlessly.

For Eddie, the best part of working at KIRKS is the culture. He loves the open, supportive, and family-oriented atmosphere, describing it as the exact kind of professional backbone he needs to thrive.

Outside of work, you can find him spending time with his dog, Pepper, fishing, playing basketball, or just enjoying the great outdoors.