Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessTopping 10 mpg: Maximum fuel economy comes when talent, tech uniteAre we about to pass the 10-mile-per-gallon threshold in long-haul trucking? Here’s one owner-operator who’s achieving that and his advice on how others can, too.October 2, 2013BusinessVolvo touts fuel economy boost from ’14 powertrainsVolvo Trucks announced today that all model year 2014 Volvo engines will offer fuel efficiency improvements as a result of optimized and enhanced engine componentry. Customers purchasing a Volvo truck equipped with a 2014 Volvo D11, D13 or D16 engine will see an increase in fuel efficiency ranging from .5 to 2 percent, offering a […]October 1, 2013BusinessChevy, GMC, expand natural gas model lineupsChevrolet and GMC will offer new bi-fuel versions of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra heavy-duty trucks and all-new dedicated compressed natural gas versions of the 2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size passenger vans next year. The vehicles were announced at the Green Fleet Conference & Expo, which focuses on clean technologies and […]October 1, 2013BusinessIt’s beginning to look at lot like Christmas at Mack TrucksMack Trucks today revealed the 2013 Capitol Christmas Tree truck decal design, which will be proudly displayed on the two custom Mack Pinnacle models charged with transporting the 2013 Capitol Christmas Tree cross-country from the state of Washington to Washington, D.C. The design features Mack the Bulldog resolutely pulling a lit Christmas tree on a […]October 1, 2013BusinessPeterbilt stresses its vocational chops at ICUEEPeterbilt Motors Company will showcase its new all-purpose vocational Model 567 and several other vehicles during the 2013 International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE) in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 1-3. Peterbilt, which has an outdoor display located at N1032, will feature the following the vehicles: · Model 567 spec’d in a dump configuration · Model […]October 1, 2013BusinessWestern Star details ICUEE exhibitWestern Star to Exhibit at ICUEE (2013 International Construction and Utility Equipment Exposition) Showcasing Rugged Utility Trucks at Booth #N2015 Western Star Truck has announced its product lineup at the 2013 International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition (ICUEE). The Western Star 4700SB digger derrick and 4700SF crane, on display in Booth #N2015, showcase the brand’s […]October 1, 2013BusinessIsuzu announces enhanced maintenance programIsuzu Commercial Truck of America announced today that it will cover all scheduled maintenance for two years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first, on new Isuzu N-Series diesel trucks sold during the program period of October 1, – December 31, 2013. The 24/60 Covered Maintenance Program includes an initial “dry” inspection service at 4,000 miles, […]October 1, 2013BusinessCojali Group and WheelTime announce Jaltest Diagnostic Tool partnershipAt a press conference near Campo de Criptana, Spain, European after-market parts and diagnostic systems manufacturer Cojali announced an initiative to bring its Jaltest multi-brand diagnostic repair tool into the Wheeltime Group’s network of nation-wide truck repair shops. The Jaltest Tool has been available in the U.S. since 2012, but the partnership with the WheelTime […]September 27, 2013BusinessMack names Roy new North American PresidentMack Trucks, Inc. today announced that Stephen Roy has been named President of North American Sales & Marketing, effective January 1, 2014. Roy has led the company’s aftermarket business since 2008, and will succeed Kevin Flaherty, who is retiring after more than 40 years of dedicated service. “With aggressive growth plans in place, and significant […]September 25, 2013BusinessIdealease names Earton Supplier of the YearEaton Vehicle Group Named Supplier of the Year by Idealease Power management company Eaton today announced that its Vehicle Group has been named Supplier of the Year for the second consecutive year by Idealease, one of North America’s largest full service transportation companies. It is the first time a supplier has received the award in […]September 24, 2013Previous PagePage 60 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.
