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].HomeLink Manufacturing recognized for bus chassisLink Manufacturing, Ltd. was recognized by Spartan Motors, Inc. during their 11th Annual Supplier Conference in Charlotte, Michigan.  Link received the Mechanical Engineering Outstanding Supplier Support Award for partnering in the development of a new Link UltraRide Chassis Air Suspension for a Spartan Chassis Low-Floor Kneeling Bus.   A chassis equipped with Link’s Front and […]May 29, 2013VocationalInternational shipping TerraStar 4×4 vocational truckNavistar has started shipping its first International TerraStar 4×4 units – one of the company’s newest additions to its Class 4 – Class 8 product portfolio. “This marks another milestone for Navistar as we continue our drive to deliver,” Jack Allen, Navistar chief operating officer, says. “The addition of the TerraStar 4×4 to our portfolio […]May 28, 2013VocationalConry will lead Palfinger group fleet salesBart Conry has been named Vice President of Group Fleet Sales for Palfinger North America Group. Conry most recently served as Palfiner’s Fleet Sales Manager, managing fleet sales activities within the Palfinger group of products and has additionally held responsibility of PalFleet Truck Equipment’s chassis pools and OEM relations. “We look forward to leveraging Bart’s experience […]May 28, 2013VocationalSiver tapped to lead PeterbiltDarrin Siver has been named general manager at Peterbilt Motors Co., replacing Bill Kozek, who left the truck maker this week to head Navistar’s North America Truck and Parts business. Siver comes to Peterbilt following a 20 year career at PACCAR Parts, where he most recently served as general manager. Todd Acker, Peterbilt’s Director of Marketing Planning & Communications, […]May 28, 2013VocationalB&W Trailer Hitches delivers first aftermarket gooseneck hitch for ’13 RAM 3500B&W Trailer Hitches, a U.S.-based manufacturer of heavy-duty, engineered trailer hitches and aftermarket truck/trailer accessories, announced that it has begun shipping its new GNRK 1314 aftermarket gooseneck trailer hitch to its nationwide distribution network. The new hitch features B&W’s Turnoverball design and provides the same ease of installation and simplicity of use that the North American […]May 23, 2013VocationalSuperSprings releases videoSuperSprings International has released a new video outlines the many commercial uses for SuperSprings. The company says their springs enhance the vehicle’s load-carrying ability, promote a level ride and reduce body roll, and applications are available for work trucks up to and including Class 5. “SuperSprings offer all the advantages of a fully upgraded suspension, but, […]May 23, 2013VocationalVolvo may be looking to sell construction rental businessVolvo AB may be looking to shed its North American construction equipment business, Bloomberg reported. Citing two sources close to internal discussions, Bloomberg said the company’s Volvo Rents division could be worth upwards to $1.5 billion to the right buyer, and has already drawn interest from private equity firms and other companies. Volvo announced plans […]May 23, 2013VocationalTBEI facility achieves ISO certificationTruck Bodies & Equipment International, Inc. announced its Lake Crystal, Minn. facility has achieved ISO 9001:2008 Certification. The Lake Crystal facility is home to TBEI’s corporate offices, and manufactures Crysteel, J-Craft and Ox SuperDump products. “This certification is the result of a lot of hard work by our incredibly talented team,” says Joe Paulsen, TBEI […]May 22, 2013VocationalPete 320 interior gets a faceliftPeterbilt Motors Company unveiled its all-new Model 320 interior during the Waste Expo show in New Orleans, La. this week. The new ProBilt interior for Peterbilt’s low- cab forward vehicle features ergonomic improvements, system enhancements and improved overall visibility, the company says. Robert Woodall, Peterbilt Director of Sales and Marketing, says the truck’s interior “underwent […]May 22, 2013VocationalCummins announces new engine lineup for refuse trucksCummins Inc. announced its 2013 engine lineup for refuse vehicles at WasteExpo in New Orleans Tuesday. Cummins is offering a range of both clean diesel and natural gas engines. “Cummins is committed to providing refuse customers a complete lineup of clean diesel and natural gas engines that will deliver better fuel economy, reliability and durability, […]May 21, 2013Previous PagePage 96 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.
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