Jack Roberts (CCJ)Business2009 models now included in Mitchell 1 online service informationMitchell 1 has updated its Web-based service information programs to now include diagnostic and service information for 2009 medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Mitchell 1 says its monthly updates to Repair-Connect.net, Tractor-Trailer.net and Medium-Truck.net ensure that its subscribers have 24/7 access to the latest procedures, color photos, diagnostics and wiring diagrams for virtually any medium- or […]September 9, 2010BusinessVolvo recalls workers at New River plantVolvo will be recalling about 270 people to our New River Valley Assembly Plant beginning the week of September 6 – a staffing increase of approximately 223 percent. The recall will support a production ramp-up driven by increased orders. In February, Volvo announced an order for 370 new trucks from Knight Transportation. This was followed […]August 23, 2010BusinessCummins says EPA ’10 engine orders to top 26,000 units by month’s endCummins announced that it has built and shipped over 20,000 Heavy-Duty and MidRange engines with Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) exhaust aftertreatment so far this year and expects that number to reach 26,000 units by the end of August. According to Rich Freeland, President – Engine Business for Cummins, these new engines are delivering on the […]August 23, 2010TrucksDERA helps fleet expedite trailer skirt ROIAerodynamics appears to be the next frontier in terms of heavy-duty truck fuel efficiency. And that outlook is promising, if the experiences of Interstate Distributor is any indication. The Tacoma, WA., fleet, which operates more than 2,000 tractors and 6,800 trailers, is currently installing aerodynamic side skirts on 2,058 of its trailers. The skid skirts […]August 23, 2010BusinessNavistar’s eStar all-electric truck sponsors LeMans raceNavistar Inc.’s eStar all-electric truck was the presenting sponsor for Sunday’s American LeMans Series race in Elkhart Lake, Wis. The eStar all-electric truck was on display at the race, offering fleet owners a look at the vehicle’s innovation, design and technology. “Sponsoring the exciting American LeMans Series is a great opportunity to showcase the eStar […]August 20, 2010CCJ InnovatorsCCJ Innovators: Con-way TruckloadCon-Way Transportation’s flexible cargo management system puts customers first.August 15, 2010BusinessFord video details F-150 powertrain upgradesFor 2011, Ford will update its F-150 trucks under the hood with an array of new engines designed to boost fuel economy, performance and capability. A new video released by the company showcases Ford engineers in an on-the-record tech session detailing the new powertrains appearing in the 2011 F-150 later this year. You can check out the video […]August 15, 2010BusinessGM resurgentGeneral Motors said Thursday, Aug. 12, it made $1.33 billion in the second quarter of this year. It was the second straight quarterly profit for the Detroit automaker, which made $865 million in the first quarter, and sets the stage for GM to file paperwork soon to start the public stock sale process and a […]August 13, 2010BusinessSenate bill would allow heavier trucks on InterstateThree U.S. senators have introduced legislation (S. 3705) that would allow states to increase the limit on truck weights to 97,000 pounds on interstate highways within their jurisdictions. Under the legislation, trailers would have to be equipped with at least six axles. The bill — sponsored by Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) […]August 11, 2010BusinessSenate bill would allow heavier trucks on InterstatesThree U.S. senators have introduced legislation (S. 3705) that would allow states to increase the limit on truck weights to 97,000 pounds on interstate highways within their jurisdictions. Under the legislation, trailers would have to be equipped with at least six axles. The bill — sponsored by Sen. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) […]August 11, 2010Previous PagePage 135 of 151Next PageTop StoriesCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyThe trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.BusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
