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].TrucksGoodyear launches SmartFleet programOwner-operators up to mid-size fleets now have full access to many of the advantages that larger trucking fleets enjoy thanks to The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s new Smart Fleet program. “The new Goodyear Smart Fleet program has been designed for customers who want ‘the best of the best’ and gives owner-operators through mid-size fleets […]October 18, 2013TrucksWestport refutes rumor of 15 liter’s demiseWestport Innovations said Thursday rumors of the demise of its 15 liter LNG engine have been greatly exaggerated. Erica Simpson, Communications Specialist at Westport Innovations, says the company has no plans to discontinue production of its HPDI (high-pressure direct injection) engine, adding that as long as the demand was there, Westport would service it. “As long […]October 18, 2013VocationalWin an HD Ram 2500Our sister site, ProPickup, is giving away a highly-customized 2013 Ram 2500HD Crew Cab 4×4 thanks to sponsors Mobil Delvac and Ram Commercial Truck. In April 2014 one lucky reader will take home this tricked-out-truck with all of its accessories, and there are tons of them. Entering to win is free and it’s easy. Just click […]October 18, 2013TrucksAllison trans now available on Navistar trucksAllison Transmission’s new TC10 transmission will be offered on Navistar’s International, ProStar and TranStar models with MaxxForce 13 engines, the companies announced Thursday. This is the first offering of the fully automatic TC10, according to Allison. Allison says test fleet users achieved, on average, 5 percent better fuel economy with the TC10 when compared to their […]October 17, 2013VocationalTIRE REVIEW: Cooper mud tireAmong the dozens of mud tires on the market, which one moves the most dirt in the most efficient manner? Check out the review of Cooper’s Discoverer STT – Cooper’s premium off-road light truck traction tire – from HWT sister site, ProPickup. Editor Bruce Smith put the tires through the paces on muddy logging roads in Maine. […]October 17, 2013TrucksVolvo rolls out new powertrain for 11 liter engineVolvo Trucks expanded its XE powertrain lineup Tuesday with the introduction of the XE11 for its 11-liter Volvo D11 engine. Available on Volvo VNM and VNL models and rated up to 80,000 lbs. GCWR, Volvo says XE11 is ideal for less-than-truckload, distribution, bulk haul and other regional applications. The powertrain package improves fuel efficiency by […]October 16, 2013VocationalTBEI names new sales managerTruck Bodies & Equipment, Inc. (TBEI) has promoted Don Gorny to Sales Manager, Direct and Military Sales. Gorny has been with Truck Bodies and Equipment International, Inc. (TBEI)/J-Craft for more than 30 years, holding numerous positions within the organization, most recently as J-Craft Territory Manager. “Don has been a valuable member of the TBEI family for over 30 […]October 16, 2013HomeWORK TRUCK WHOOPS: That car is trashedMore of a product demonstration than a “whoops,” but it’s a fairly impressive one. [youtube hnOTUhnciY8 nolink] Be sure and keep this in mind the next time you’re tailgating a garbage truck.October 15, 2013VocationalJOST fifth wheel now Navistar optionJOST International announced Tuesday its fifth wheels will be available as factory installed options on International trucks manufactured by Navistar effective immediately. Published JOST data book assemblies will include their cast iron, lightweight, cab actuated release and low lube product offerings, the company says. JOST says its fifth wheels can now be spec’d as a factory installed […]October 15, 2013VocationalRAPTAIR Diesel Drive gets MSHA approvalVMAC says its RAPTAIR Diesel Drive Stand-Alone air compressor is now available in a Mining Safety and Health Administration approved version. The primary modification to enable approval was a change to the engine. The MSHA approved version uses a Kubota engine that runs at a slower speed than the Kubota offered in the RAPTAIR60. The […]October 15, 2013Previous PagePage 76 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.
