Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessNavistar begins truck manufacturing operations in BrazilInternational Industria Automotiva da America do Sul Ldta. (“IIAA”), the South American subsidiary of Navistar International Corporation, today celebrated the beginning of commercial truck production at the Navistar Industrial Complex, the company’s manufacturing facility in Canoas, Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil. The new truck manufacturing line will have capacity for 5,000 trucks per year and […]June 12, 2013BusinessTRP introduces easy-to-use, durable, school bus seat coversTRP says its new line of school bus seat covers gives school districts a durable replacement option when maintaining their bus fleets. “Fleet managers and bus operators can be sure they’re getting a safe and simple solution with TRP seat covers. The new line includes a hook-and-loop option with no staples, screws or rivets, so […]June 12, 2013BusinessRam announces entry into compact van marketRam Truck Brand president and CEO Reid Bigland confirmed Tuesday the company will roll out a second Fiat-based commercial van by the end of 2015. The yet-to-be-named van will be based on Fiat’s Doblò cargo van. For more on the new Ram van, see the report from our sister site, Hard Working Trucks, here.June 12, 2013BusinessBendix previews next-generation safety system researchBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announced today that its next-generation commercial vehicle safety system is in full development with key supplier partners. Bendix said it is incorporating technologies from key suppliers such as TRW and Mobileye. The new safety system – which will be available exclusively through major truck OEMs – will dramatically enhance key features […]June 12, 2013BusinessSmith Electric Vehicle marks transition into commercial manufacturing phaseSmith Electric Vehicles announced that it has now produced over 700 of its all-electric Edison and Newton trucks, which have cumulatively generated over five million miles on the road. This is a significant milestone for the Company and shows that the adoption rate of commercial electric vehicles by major global blue chip corporations continues to […]June 12, 2013BusinessPerrin Uses PowerCube Technology to Create SG-09 APU for Smeal Fire ApparatusPerrin Manufacturing announced a new, auxiliary HVAC system designed for emergency response vehicles that meets strict anti-idling and emissions standards. Perrin developed the system for Smeal Fire Apparatus Co, which markets it under the trade name SG-09 Smeal Green Auxiliary Power Unit. Perrin says the SG-09 was designed to address the growing demand among North […]June 12, 2013BusinessNoregon unveils JPRO Next Step BundlesNoregon Systems has announced the release of JPRO Next Step Bundles. The 16 new part numbers bundle the JPRO Next Step Service Information Module with JPRO Commercial Fleet Diagnostics Heavy Duty software and all of the JPRO Fleet Service Kits. Noregon has added an “NS” suffix to each Next Step bundle part number to signify […]June 12, 2013BusinessGoodyear tire program targets utility trucks in storm-damaged areasThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has launched Goodyear Storm Priority, a new service designed to help keep utility trucks up and running as crews work to restore power during and after severe weather incidents. When severe weather strikes, millions of people can lose electricity, gas, phone and other essential services. As utility crews and […]June 10, 2013BusinessRyder sponsors 2013 Alternative Clean Transportation ExpoRyder System announced that it is a platinum sponsor of the 2013 Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, North America’s largest alternative fuel and clean vehicle technology conference and expo. In addition, two of the company’s executives, Scott Perry, Vice President of Supply Management for Ryder, and Chris Nordh, Senior Manager Alternative Fuels & Finance for […]June 10, 2013BusinessNatural gas 101: The two types of LNG, preparing your shop for LNG trucksFurther complicating the choice of LNG (the more appropriate natural gas option for long-haul applications) is the choice of warm LNG and cold LNG. Also, tips on preparing your shop to work on LNG trucks.June 7, 2013Previous PagePage 71 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.
