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].VocationalPalfinger to showcase new cable hoistPalfinger will exhibit its new ARG-60-22 Cable Hoist at the Waste Expo later this month. The patented design of the ARG-60-22, Palfinger says, allows for increased load capacity while reducing hoist weight and installation time. Its single reeving cylinder reduces weight and wear parts, while reducing cycle time, and fluid requirements are lessened with its […]May 9, 2013Vocational5 Most FAQs About buying Medium-Duty Work TrucksThe most important tool in your business is the one that gets you, your crew and your equipment to and from the jobsite. You want to buy the best work truck to suit your specific business criteria. Here are the 5 questions you should ask about cost of ownership, durability, drivability, eco-friendliness and image. To download the white paper, please […]May 8, 2013Trucks4 cylinder takes over as Sprinter standardSprinter vans finding their way stateside next model year will come standard with a new engine. Mercedes said this week it will continue to offer the 3.0-liter V6 BlueTEC diesel, but a new 2.1-liter four-cylinder BlueTEC diesel will take over as standard. Last week, Mercedes-Benz released global details for the 2013 Sprinter, but this week announced updates […]May 7, 2013VocationalPekny joins Auto TruckAuto Truck has named Mike Pekny its newest Regional Fleet Sales Manager. Pekny will oversee development and performance of all sales activities in the Southeast region and tasked with identifying potential new sales opportunities and maintaining relationships with clients and prospects. “We are thrilled to have Mike on board,” Matt McGowan, Director of Sales, Eastern […]May 7, 2013HomeAllied Specialty Vehicles acquires ambulance manufacturer SJC IndustriesAllied Specialty Vehicles (ASV), a producer of specialty vehicles to the Fire & Emergency, Commercial & Industrial and Recreational Vehicles markets, Monday announced it has purchased ambulance manufacturer SJC Industries from Thor Industries. SJC Industries manufactures a full line of ambulances distributed under the McCoy-Miller and Marque brands. “I am pleased to announce the addition […]May 6, 2013VocationalI-80 Equipment receives 10 FL80 Digger DerricksI-80 Equipment has received 10 identical 2000 Freightliner FL80 Digger Derricks, the company said Monday. The multipurpose Digger Derricks have rear mounting with 45-foot sheave height and all have CAT 3126 diesel motors with push button Allison automatic transitions ranging with mileage from 75,000-130,000. These full utility Digger Derricks are also equipped with cab seating […]May 6, 2013VocationalRush dealership named Peterbilt’s best in medium-dutyRush Peterbilt Truck Center – Nashville was named the 2012 Medium Duty Dealer of the Year by Peterbilt Motors Company during the company’s annual Dealer Meeting. “Rush Peterbilt Truck Center – Nashville led the sale and support of the full lineup of Peterbilt medium-duty vehicles with record-breaking results,” said Bill Kozek, Peterbilt General Manager and […]May 5, 2013VocationalRihm Kenworth back-to-back MD Dealer of the YearRihm Kenworth has been named the Kenworth Medium Duty Dealer of the Year for the United States and Canada in 2012, taking home the award for the second year in a row. The award was presented last month at Kenworth’s dealer meeting at the PACCAR engine manufacturing plant in Columbus, Miss. After an excellent sales […]May 3, 2013VocationalGoodyear program aids utility fleets away from homeThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has launched a new service designed to help keep utility trucks up and running as crews work to restore power during and after severe weather incidents. “We realize that utility trucks can experience tire-related issues while they are outside of their home markets and driving to and from severe […]May 2, 2013TrucksPropane dealers offer education to local FDsFrank Goree has made a commitment to propane. A fairly obvious one. He sells it for a living. However, that commitment runs a lot further than his paycheck. It includes community education. Goree, through his employer Sharp Propane, has made an active effort to educate and partner with local fire departments in both Bastrop, La. and […]May 2, 2013Previous PagePage 98 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.
