Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessIronPlanet expands used truck offerings with acquisitionIronPlanet has acquired Asset Appraisal Services (AAS), an inspection, appraisal and online auction services company serving customers across the used capital equipment markets, with a key focus on the commercial truck sector. “We are very excited to incorporate Asset Appraisal Services, a trusted name in truck remarketing, as part of the IronPlanet marketplace,” said Greg […]February 27, 2013BusinessUtility Trailer CEO honored by California Trucking AssociationUtility Trailer Manufacturing Company announced that the company’s CEO and Chairman of the Board, Paul Bennett has been honored by the California Trucking Association (CTA). Since 1934, CTA has been serving the California trucking industry by advocating sound transportation policies, regulations, training, education, and other resources to help maintain a safe, environmentally responsible and efficient […]February 26, 2013BusinessKenworth names 2013 Parts CouncilKenworth Truck Company has named its 2013 Kenworth Parts Council members. The council consists of leading parts managers from Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada. The council’s goal is to further enhance the quality and value of service to Kenworth customers. Kenworth Parts Council members are: Chairwoman – Jo Frost, Edmonton Kenworth, Edmonton, […]February 25, 2013BusinessChevron announces Bass Boat Sweepstakes winnerChevron Products Company has announced the results of its second Delo Big Bass Boat Sweepstakes, which ran from May 1 through October 31, 2012. The Grand Prize for the 2012 event was a fully-outfitted 2012 ZX190 Skeeter bass boat; First Prize was an all-expense paid trip to appear on the “Honey Hole All Outdoors TV […]February 25, 2013BusinessTied down: Cargo securement tips to lower CSA scoresVehicle maintenance — under which cargo securement falls — is a critical maintenance BASIC. Know how to keep your scores low.February 25, 2013BusinessJoin me for a Twitter chatIt’s a wired world. And next week, we are going to be launching our first Twitter chat for CCJ. I’ll be taking questions on the current “liter fever” wars raging in the trucking industry today. OEMs are increasingly pushing 13-liter power options, touting comparable horsepower ranges and increased fuel economy as the primary reasons. But […]February 22, 2013BusinessRush Truck Centers announces Tony Stewart sponsorshipRush Enterprises will be the primary sponsor of Tony Stewart and the No. 14 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series team of Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) for three Sprint Cup races with its Rush Truck Centers brand. Rush Truck Centers will adorn the hood of the No. 14 Chevrolet SS March 24 at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, […]February 22, 2013BusinessTMC accepting applications for technician scholarshipsThe Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations is accepting applications for its 2013 scholarship programs available for diesel technician studies at WyoTech, the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH), and Lincoln Technical Institute/Lincoln College of Technology/Nashville Auto Diesel College. The scholarships are administered by TMC’s Professional Technician Development Committee and are part of TMC’s […]February 22, 2013BusinessBridgestone touts Smartway leadershipBridgestone Commercial Solutions, says it has recently submitted four additional Bandag retread products to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for SmartWay verification. Upon approval, Bridgestone says, it will offer more SmartWay verified retreads than any other retread manufacturer for a total of seven products. “At Bridgestone Commercial Solutions, we are responding to evolving market needs […]February 21, 2013BusinessCostco first to lease Kenworth T680 day cab tractorsCostco Wholesale Corp. became the first PacLease customer to lease the Kenworth T680. Costco officials say the company is realizing a significant improvement in fuel economy with the new T680, which Kenworth names as the company’s most aerodynamic truck in its history. “With the first T680, Costco saw a 7 percent improvement in fuel economy […]February 21, 2013Previous PagePage 82 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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