Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessMeritor recognizes Central Michigan logistics studentsMeritor recognized the work of student teams from Central Michigan University (CMU) during the fall 2013 semester. Meritor leaders worked closely with 16 student teams from two senior-level marketing and logistics classes to analyze freight costs. Each team submitted reports to Meritor and Zac Williams, CMU associate professor of logistics and marketing. “Through this partnership with […]February 27, 2014BusinessSchneider putting 5,700 used trailers up for saleSchneider, one of the nation’s largest trucking companies and home to one of the industry’s largest selections of used fleet equipment, announced today that it will add 5,700 trailers to its offering of used equipment for sale. The truckload carrier plans to invest in more new equipment this year, making now the right time for […]February 27, 2014BusinessVolvo finalizes ConExpo product lineupA sampling of Volvo’s VHD product range will be on display next week at the 2014 CONEXPO-CON/AGG show in Las Vegas. Engineered for reliable performance in a wide range of applications like construction, oil field, logging, snow plow or heavy haul, the VHD makes hard work easy, while extensive standard safety features and an ergonomic […]February 27, 2014BusinessOhio honors Bendix with Healthy Worksite AwardThe Elyria headquarters of Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC received a 2013 Healthy Ohio Healthy Worksite Gold Level Award from the Ohio Department of Health, which recognized the company’s ongoing commitment to employee health and wellness. Bendix was one of just six Ohio businesses to receive a Gold Award, the highest honor. In all, 40 […]February 27, 2014BusinessThe best laid plansA good buddy of mine hit a run of exceptionally bad luck a few years ago. He lost most of his immediate family to untimely deaths. His wife left him. He got depressed. His focus on his job faltered. He got laid off. He lost his house in the financial crash. Life throws curveballs at […]February 27, 2014BusinessFreightliner adds natural gas tractor to Team Run Smart lineupFreightliner Trucks today delivered a Freightliner Cascadia 113 CNG tractor to Team Run Smart PRO Jimmy Nevarez. Nevarez will run the truck in southern California and blog about his experiences at www.TeamRunSmart.com. Nevarez was selected as a PRO by Freightliner Trucks last year, and has been providing tips to other professional drivers through Team Run […]February 26, 2014BusinessFender manufacturer Hogebuilt celebrates 70th anniversary, announces facility upgradeIn its 70th year of operation, Hogebuilt has announced it is relocating to a new facility in Goodlettsville, TN. “It is perfect timing for an upgrade to accommodate the increasing demand of our products,” said Kyle Denu, company President. The new 43,000 square foot location will allow for greater manufacturing efficiencies and have ample space […]February 26, 2014BusinessKenworth names 2013 Parts and Service Dealer of the YearTruck Enterprises Hagerstown in Maryland was named Kenworth’s 2013 Parts and Service Dealer of the Year for the United States and Canada during the annual Kenworth Dealer Meeting held recently in the Seattle area. The award recognizes the Kenworth dealer that scores high in customer satisfaction and provides customers with the best parts and service […]February 26, 2014BusinessKenworth names TRP All-Makes Dealer of the YearPapé Kenworth was named Kenworth’s 2013 TRP All-Makes Dealer of the Year for the United States and Canada during the annual Kenworth Dealer Meeting held recently in the Seattle area. The award recognizes the Kenworth dealer that provides the best support for TRP parts and service among the more than 345 Kenworth locations in the […]February 26, 2014BusinessMeritor honors quality achievements in North America and EuropeMeritor is presenting facilities in North America and Europe with chairman, gold and silver 2013 Quality Achievement Awards for efforts which increased product and manufacturing quality. “Quality is a top priority for our customers, our company and our employees globally,” said Joe ElBehairy, vice president, Engineering, Quality and Product Strategy. “We want to recognize the […]February 26, 2014Previous PagePage 43 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.
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