Jason Cannon (HWT)Jason Cannon is the Editor of Commercial Carrier Journal. He has a Class A CDL and is a graduate of the Porsche Sport Driving School. Reach him at [email protected].TrucksTomTom introduces new navigation engineTomTom has launched a new navigation engine, NavKit, which will power all future TomTom navigation products and soon will be available for licensing. The NavKit navigation engine offers configurable component architecture and has been designed to enable rapid integration. NavKit has programming interfaces for adding a customised user interface, porting to any operating system and […]April 17, 2013VocationalNavistar 13-liter wins EPA approvalNavistar has received Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approval on its 13-liter engines the company announced, adding they expect to deliver their first Cummins powered ProStar units with SCR-based 13-liter engines by May 1. The company introduced its first SCR-based commercial trucks in North America late last year with the ProStar powered with the Cummins ISX 15-liter engine. […]April 17, 2013VocationalHutchinson promoted at VMACVMAC has promoted Dan Hutchinson, expanding his role of sales and marketing manager with additional oversight of the marketing, sales and customer care departments. Hutchinson joined VMAC in 2002 and has held various roles in customer service, technical support and purchasing, and marketing. VMAC is a developer of truck-mounted mobile air compressors.April 16, 2013TrucksHino releasing new air suspension in AugustHino Trucks announced plans to unveil a newly designed air suspension for its model 195 trucks. The new suspension, designed by Link Manufacturing in Sioux Center, Iowa, consists of a 12v compressor, dual air bags, and a magnetic height control sensor to balance frame height. Hino Canada Vice President of Sales and Marketing Eric Smith […]April 16, 2013VocationalVolvo rolls out ‘toughest construction truck in the world’Volvo launched its newest truck – the FMX – at the Bauma 2013 trade fair in Munich and broke new ground in the construction segment. The new FMX boasts an array of updates including a totally redesigned cab interior, new air suspension system, raised ground-clearance and Volvo Dynamic Steering – a world-first innovation designed to […]April 16, 2013TrucksGoodyear updates tire modelGoodyear has introduced an updated tire for pick-up and delivery applications – the Goodyear G661 HSA 19.5 in. The company says the updated tire helps deliver long miles to removal and scrub resistance so trucks can navigate streets, alleys and roads with confidence. “There has always been a strong need in the pick-up and delivery […]April 15, 2013VocationalBuyers Products offers new line of toolboxesBuyers Products now offers its line of diamond tread aluminum toolboxes with powder coating. The powder-coated aluminum toolboxes are standard in black. Buyers says powder coating increases the corrosion resistance of the toolboxes and can help customers achieve a desired aesthetic. “At Buyers, we strive to offer the best toolbox storage solutions,” says Brian Smith, […]April 15, 2013VocationalProduction on propane powered F650 set for OctoberROUSH CleanTech is now taking orders for the Ford F-650 propane autogas fuel system, with production plans in October. “At half the cost of diesel and with virtually no particulate emissions, fueling with propane autogas offers valuable benefits to fleet managers in many industries,” Todd Mouw, vice president of sales and marketing for ROUSH CleanTech, […]April 15, 2013VocationalMack debuts new, ‘smaller’ GraniteMack is debuting a new medium-duty Granite, optimized for municipalities, landscapers and small contractors. Curtis Dorwart, vocational product manger for Mack, says the idea is to offer Granite toughness to municipalities and smaller contractors who don’t need a full size Granite or have tight budgets that won’t allow them to purchase a Class 8 work […]April 15, 2013VocationalPeterbilt rolls out new vocational truckPeterbilt unveiled its all-new vocational Model 567 in March. “From the 567’s rugged design and versatile configurations to its enhanced visibility and new spacious interior, this new model exceeds the demands of our customers’ unique vocational operating requirements,” said Bill Kozek, Peterbilt General Manager. Peterbilt also announced an 80-inch sleeper for the Model 579, a […]April 15, 2013Previous PagePage 100 of 102Next PageTop StoriesBusinessMarten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to returnRandy Marten previously served as Chief Executive Officer from January 2005 to May 2021, and President from June 1986 to June 2008.RegulationsU.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck driversBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitBusinessC.R. England backs massive rail mergerFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
