Jack Roberts (CCJ)BusinessVolvo expands Texas dealer networkVolvo Trucks’ dealer network is now even bigger in Texas. Since January 2010, work capacity has grown 32 percent at Volvo Trucks locations throughout Texas. State-wide dealer investments have resulted in an increase of 170 truck service bays, 138 Volvo-certified technicians and a 39 percent increase in parts inventory. “The increase in work capacity at […]January 2, 2013BusinessLandoll introduces light-duty construction trailerLandoll Corporation is pleased to announce an all-new trailer designed for the light duty construction and industrial markets. The new Model 835D Construction is a 35-ton capacity hydraulic detachable non- ground bearing trailer. This 35-ton two-axle trailer has a frame rating with 12 feet and is equipped with flip third axle brackets and air connections […]January 2, 2013BusinessKenworth adds customer-winch option for T370Kenworth has introduced a new, heavy-duty front frame assembly option for its Kenworth T370 medium duty truck, which the company says makes it easy for body builders to install customer winch bumpers. The new Kenworth T370 option includes durable Austempered ductile iron (ADI) cast front drive brackets, 3/8-inch thick steel front adapters, enhanced radiator crossmember […]January 2, 2013BusinessTireStamp releases TPMS servicing app for commercial tire dealersTireStamp has released its upgraded, cloud based TireVigil Servicing APP with features specifically designed for commercial tire dealers who provide services to TireVigil TPMS equipped fleets. These features enable servicing dealers to have information on tire problems way in advance of their failure so that they can plan and schedule service, respond quickly, efficiently, and […]December 26, 2012BusinessPolar introduces MC-331 Tank TrailerPolar Corporation today introduced its first trailer for the North American propane industry, the Polar NexGen MC-331 highway transport. Designed for durability and low lifecycle costs, Polar says its NexGen MC-331 is the first highway transport with a powder-coated barrel, delivering up to three times the life of traditional paint. It limits nicks to the […]December 26, 2012BusinessPenske enhances online shopping experiencePenske Used Trucks has introduced an updated version of PenskeUsedTrucks.com designed to enhance the online experience for shoppers looking for used commercial trucks, semi-tractors, trailers and related equipment. The company says visitors to the updated www.PenskeUsedTrucks.com website now enjoy a more customizable and intuitive online shopping experience with faster access to inventory of Penske’s light-, […]December 26, 2012BusinessJost to supply fifth wheels for Mack TrucksMack announced today that Jost International, a global manufacturer of fifth wheels, landing gears and kingpins, will supply fifth wheel coupling devices as a standard feature on Mack Pinnacle, Titan and Granite model trucks. Manufactured in Greeneville, Tenn., Jost fifth wheels have been option equipment for Mack dealers and customers for more than a decade. […]December 19, 2012BusinessTrojan Battery unveils iPad appFinding the most current information on Trojan Battery products and markets is now faster and easier with the launch of the company’s new iPad app which allows Trojan customers and distributors to access a comprehensive library of Trojan information with the power of their iPads. To download the free Trojan iPad App, users simply visit […]December 19, 2012BusinessContinental forecasts global retread growthFinishing out 2012 with significant growth in the Americas retreading market, Continental Tire the America’s Commercial Vehicle Tire Business unit detailed some of its plans for expansion of the ContiLifeCycle retreading solution in the region. According to executive vice president Paul Williams, the ContiLifeCycle concept continued to experience high growth in the region throughout 2012, […]December 19, 2012BusinessMaxi-Seal gets patent for J560 connectorMaxi-Seal Harness Systems, a division of Peterson Manufacturing Company, has received patent approval (US Patent No. 8,251,732) on the industry’s first hardshell J560 connector for heavy-duty trucks, trailers and trailer dollies. The patented design utilizes a rigid connector and flange that is engineered to hold up against snow and ice build-up better than integrally molded […]December 19, 2012Previous PagePage 90 of 151Next PageTop StoriesTechnologyHow fleets can protect themselves from cyber criminalsThe National Motor Freight Traffic Association is at the forefront of the fight against cybercrime in trucking and helping fleets increase their cybersecurity to ensure they don’t become victims of cyber criminals.BusinessKnight-Swift backs rail mega mergerCybersecurityNMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technologyBusinessKandel Transport acquired by Nagle CompaniesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
