Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessMitchell 1 introduces Repair-ConnectRepair-Connect, a new tool designed to shorten repair time and lower truck operating costs, was introduced by Mitchell 1 at a press conference held during the 2010 annual Technology and Maintenance Council Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition in Tampa, Fla. Mitchell 1, which also provides Web-based service and repair information with Tractor-Trailer.net and Medium-Truck.net, says […]February 17, 2010BusinessNew Shell Rotella T3 NG is dedicated NG engine oilShell Lubricants’ Rotella T3 NG Energized Protection oil uses a customized combination of high-performance additives to adapt and protect under the range of pressures and temperatures found in compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueled engines. The oil is suitable for applications such as buses and trucks fitted with Cummins, Detroit Diesel, […]February 17, 2010BusinessGolden Foods targets temperatures with PAR’s Reefer WatchPAR Logistics Management Systems announced Monday, Feb. 8, at the Technology and Maintenance Council’s Spring meeting in Tampa Bay, Fla., that Irvine, Calif.-based Golden Foods has selected its Reefer Watch cold chain management solution. Golden Foods is one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice industry, servicing more than 20,000 restaurants on three continents. […]February 17, 2010BusinessTRP launches clutches, clutch componentsTRP Aftermarket Parts now offers a line of clutches and clutch system components for use in all makes of medium-duty to heavy-duty trucks that are designed with minimal resistance to make shifting easy and less fatiguing. The Easy Effort is a heavy-duty coil-spring clutch with nine springs — six coil springs inside the casting with […]February 17, 2010BusinessParticipating Kenworth, Peterbilt dealers offer FSX DPF cleaningParticipating Kenworth and Peterbilt dealers now offer a diesel particulate filter (DPF) cleaning service that utilizes the FSX Inc. cleaning machine. The FSX machine cleans both ends and each cell of a DPF, which can have up to 6,000 individual cells. The FSX machine can clean filters from automobiles, off-road equipment and trucks, from light-duty […]February 17, 2010BusinessKenworth names 2010 Dealer CouncilKirkland, Wash.-based Kenworth Truck Co. has named its 2010 Kenworth Dealer Council members, made up of leading executives from among more than 300 Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada. The council strives to promote and maintain a strong dealer network by enhancing program consistency so that every Kenworth dealership provides a superior level […]February 17, 2010BusinessGreat Dane Trailers welcomes new dealer locationsGreat Dane Trailers announced the addition of new locations to its North American distribution network: Wallwork Truck Center, headquartered in Fargo, N.D, and two Jim Hawk Truck Trailers locations in Henderson, Colo., and Gretna, Neb. Wallwork Truck Center brings four North Dakota locations offering sales, parts and service support with two centers in Fargo, and […]February 17, 2010BusinessWebb Wheel expands Vortex brake drum lineWith the federal government’s 2011 stopping distance mandates going into effect next year, Webb Wheel has expanded its Vortex line of heavy-duty brake drums, adding three new models that will be available through Webb’s national dealer network in March. Like pervious Vortex drums, the expanded product line will be lighter than conventional brake drums, while […]February 9, 2010BusinessGolden Foods targets temperatures with PAR’s Reefer WatchPAR Logistics Management Systems announced Monday, Feb. 8, at the Technology and Maintenance Council’s Spring meeting in Tampa Bay, Fla., that Irvine, Calif.-based Golden Foods has selected its Reefer Watch cold chain management solution. Golden Foods is one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice industry, servicing more than 20,000 restaurants on three continents. […]February 9, 2010BusinessPaccar: MX Engine Series innovations backed by company’s experienceYou might be tempted to say that Paccar’s MX Diesel Engine is all-new. But if Paccar Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Mark Pigott were close enough to hear, he’d quickly correct you. “While it’s true that the MX Engine family is new to North America, and the MX Engine project effort is a 10-year effort […]February 8, 2010Previous PagePage 141 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.
