Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessQ&A with new Navistar President Bill KozekNavistar sent a tremor through the trucking industry in June when it hired Bill Kozek, formerly general manager and vice president at Peterbilt, to be its new president of North American Truck and Engine Business. I got the chance to talk Aug. 6 with Kozek on the phone on why he decided to take on a […]August 6, 2013BusinessErvin to launch dual-fuel glider kit product lineAmerican Power Group Corporation announced today that Ervin Equipment has expanded its product line to include glider kits with APG’s Turbocharged Natural Gas Dual Fuel Upgrade System. As a result, an initial order of $800,000 was placed through WheelTime Network member Clarke Power Services, Inc. as the lead authorized dealer. The 2014 Freightliner Columbia and […]August 6, 2013BusinessIndiana congressman visits Bendix plantBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems hosted U.S. Rep. Marlin Stutzman, R-Ind., at its Huntington, Ind., production facility on July 22. Stutzman toured the state-of-the-art facility, met with its leaders to discuss issues affecting the commercial vehicle industry, and learned about key parts of the Huntington operation, including the growth of its remanufacturing efforts. The visit was […]August 5, 2013BusinessEaton manual transmissions available now for ISX-12 G CascadiasEaton has announced that the company’s lineup of manual transmissions are now available as an option on Freightliner chassis equipped with Cummins Westport ISX-12 G heavy-duty natural gas engines. The Eaton transmissions will debut on Freightliner Cascadia day cabs with Westport engines that are scheduled to go into production in September of this year. Based […]August 5, 2013BusinessFreightliner touts marketshare leadIf you note a certain spring in the step of the folks at Freightliner, it’s not in your imagination: 2013 is shaping up to be a banner year for the truck manufacturer in both heavy- and medium-duty markets. At a press briefing and natural gas technology seminar in Napa Valley, California today, Mark Lampert, senior […]July 30, 2013BusinessDon’t get left behind: Yesterday’s tech won’t run tomorrow’s trucksExperienced fleet managers would be wise to embrace change.July 30, 2013BusinessNeed for power: Can AGM batteries cut fleet costs?AGM batteries were developed in the 1970s, but in recent years they’ve made inroads in heavy-duty applications due to their deep discharge rates, ability to withstand extreme temperatures and lower maintenance demands.July 29, 2013BusinessWebb Wheel works to strengthen OEM and Fleet sales effortsThrough a combination of new hires and promotions, Webb Wheel OEM Business says it continues to build its sales organization. In the fourth quarter 2012, Webb began the implementation of a direct fleet sales program with the addition of Jim LeClaire as account executive – fleet accounts. Continuing that effort, Webb has hired Jake Young […]July 25, 2013BusinessMichigan proclaims July 25th as “Detroit Day” to honor Detroit DieselMichigan Representative Phil Cavanagh (D-Redford Twp.) proclaimed today “Detroit Day” in the state of Michigan in recognition of the 75th anniversary of Detroit Diesel Corporation (Detroit) at an Employee Appreciation Event at the company’s corporate headquarters in Redford, Michigan. “As a long-time resident of Redford, I am very thankful to have Detroit as my corporate […]July 25, 2013BusinessBendix says new brake shoe labeling will enhance safetyTechnicians relining Bendix brakes will soon see something new within the wheel-end: Bendix high performance brake shoes will now carry an eye-catching warning label to help educate the commercial vehicle industry about crucial performance issues related to relining. The effort is part of a comprehensive awareness program by Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake (BSFB). “This Bendix […]July 23, 2013Previous PagePage 67 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.
