Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)HomeMinimizer offers winter safety tipsMinimizer has released a new video blog aimed at being safe on the roads this winter season.November 29, 2015HomeHusky acquires Action AccessoriesHusky Liners has acquired all of the operating assets of Action Accessories, manufacturers and distributors of aftermarket mud flaps and deep drop trailer ball mounts. The mud flap styles include Kickback, SideWinder, Removable Pivoting, Universal, Heavy Duty Rubber, and Hitch Mount Mud Flaps. The Drop Hitches include 10 to 18 inch Fixed Drop Ball Mounts and […]November 29, 2015Class 3-6Webasto offers HVAC cargo climate for Ram ProMasterWebasto is now offering Ram ProMaster and other similar work vans aftermarket, integrated climate control that doesn't interfere with cargo space.November 24, 2015VocationalRyder activates online winter preparedness hubRyder activated its online Winter Preparedness Hub which offers tips on how to winterize fleets.November 23, 2015VocationalFord issues recall for F-650Ford Motor Company says it will recall 13 2016 F-650 vehicles for an issue with the steering column. These vehicles were built with a steering column that uses the “park” position mechanism in the automatic transmission. In these vehicles, the park mechanism could fracture if the vehicle is on a grade, loaded and the shift […]November 23, 2015VocationalPettibone delivers new rough-terrain telehandlerThe Extendo 944B, a new rough-terrain, telescopic handler from Pettibone, offers impressive performance in a compact design.November 23, 2015VocationalXplore launches tablet for tough workThe XSLATE D10, manufactured by Xplore, is an Android tablet designed for tough working conditions.November 23, 2015VocationalDetroit bringing new MD engine line to U.S.Daimler Truck-owned Detriot announced Friday it would invest $375 million in its Redford, Mich., plant to facilitiate production of the company’s new DD5 and DD8 medium-duty engines. The principle leaders of Daimler Trucks, along with former Detroit Diesel owner Roger Penske, fielded questions from the media Friday following the North American launch of the company’s […]November 22, 2015VocationalPeterbilt putting rollover protection in its seatsPeterbilt Model 579 and Model 567 are now in production with the RollTek protection system integrated in its premium Atlas II driver seats. “The RollTek safety system helps protect drivers in the event of a rollover,” says Scott Newhouse, Peterbilt chief engineer. “A sensor located under the seat constantly monitors the angular position of the vehicle and […]November 19, 2015VocationalCummins Westport recall effects Mack and Navistar trucksCummins Westport issued a recall that will begin on Nov. 20 for certain ISL G engines found in some Mack and Navistar medium duty trucks, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationNovember 19, 2015Previous PagePage 119 of 145Next PageTop StoriesEconomic trendsTruckload market recovery slows amid freight volatilityExcess capacity, soft demand and shifting trade dynamics are keeping growth uneven, despite the truckload market showing signs of improvement.Alternative powerTrump’s emissions rollback: What motor carriers & private fleets must knowEconomic trendsTrucking industry faces mixed signals as tariffs, soft freight, and surplus trucks cloud outlookAlternative powerABF Freight: Tesla Semi 'generally matched' diesel trucks in 3-week pilotWorkforceUnique requirements for hiring truck drivers
