Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessNatural gas 101: Choosing between LNG and CNGFor many fleets, the differences in the two fuels can seem daunting, leading to fears that they will select a “losing” technology. The largest obstacle, though, is lack of infrastructure.June 6, 2013BusinessAlliance Truck Parts 250 to honor truckers at Michigan International SpeedwayAlliance Truck Parts, title sponsor of the June 15th Alliance Truck Parts 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Michigan International Speedway, is recognizing the dedication and hard work of all truck drivers. Alliance Truck Parts is billing the event “The Race That Trucking Built” in acknowledgement of all the work that drivers do to bring […]June 4, 2013BusinessContinental hybrid drive tire gets SmartWay certificationContinental Tire the Americas, LLC’s Commercial Vehicle Tire business unit (“Continental”) today announced that its hybrid application drive tire for commercial trucks, the Conti Hybrid HD3, is verified by the U.S. EPA’s SmartWay Transport Partnership as a low rolling resistance drive tire for class 8, line-haul tractor trailers. EPA has determined that certain tire models […]June 4, 2013BusinessNatural gas 101: What you need to know (Part 1)The verdict is in: Natural gas is a viable fuel for trucking. Here’s what you need to know.June 4, 2013BusinessMack honors vets with specially-painted Pinnacle tractorAmerica’s fallen or missing military personnel were honored by employees of Mack Trucks during the recent Memorial Day weekend Rolling Thunder – Ride for Freedom rally. Employees from the Mack Customer Center and Macungie Assembly Operations, both located in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, caravanned to Hagerstown, Md. for a memorial ceremony at the company’s powertrain plant. […]June 3, 2013BusinessQ&A with Yokohama Tire Mexico President Gary NashYokohama Tire Corporation’s (YTC) new subsidiary, Yokohama Tire Mexico (YTMX), officially began importing consumer, commercial and off-the-road (OTR) tires in Mexico on May 1. Incorporated in Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico, the company says YTMX is squarely positioned to give YTC long-term strategic advantages. In this Q&A, YTMX’s President, Gary Nash, discusses what those advantages are, the […]June 3, 2013BusinessBendix announces support for CVSA Roadcheck ProgramBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems says it supports the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Roadcheck program, which this year takes place June 4-6. Sharing the CVSA’s commitment to safer vehicles and roadways, Bendix stresses that highway safety begins well before any vehicle hits the road through proper maintenance, regular inspection, the use of genuine replacement […]June 3, 2013BusinessMichelin launches extended tread life tiresMichelin Americas Truck Tires announced the launch of the Michelin X One Line Energy D tire and Pre-Mold retread. Michelin says these tires are its latest new generation wide base single tire and retread for the line haul drive position features industry leading fuel economy with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SmartWay verification. “The Michelin X […]June 3, 2013BusinessA Western Star Transformer? That looks to be the caseFamed action filmaker Michael Bay has sneak-peeked a photo from the upcoming “Transformers 4” motion picture, and showcasing a Western Star tractor done up as main Transformer Opitmus Prime’s secret identity. Word is, the Western Star folks couldn’t be prouder!May 30, 2013BusinessWestern Canada Utility dealer opens new locationUtility Trailer Manufacturing Company has announced the opening of Ocean Trailer’s new location in Delta, British Columbia. Founded by the Keay family in 1981, Ocean Trailer is one of over 100 Utility independent dealerships across the Americas. Ocean Trailer recently completed construction on its 40-acre development in Delta, British Columbia. “We purchased the land over […]May 29, 2013Previous PagePage 72 of 151Next PageTop StoriesClass 7-8International poised to revamp 'quite old' cab around its new powertrainTo complement its new S13 Integrated Powertrain, International plans to replace its aging cab structure with a modern design engineered for improved driver ergonomics and serviceability.CCJ Top 250'Dohrn, reborn': Dohrn Transfer rebranding following LTL network makeoverCCJ InnovatorsMVT brings high-tech 'MRI for cars' to commercial fleet in El PasoSafety & ComplianceTrump wants to trade 'illegal' truckers for veterans, and Werner wants 1,400 of themIndicatorsWerner CEO: Still in 'early innings' of carrier exits
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