Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)TrucksAccident between pickup and semi avoidable?Weather, road conditions, lighting, traffic…taking a closer look at accident investigations can lead to safer driving. To that end, Commercial Carrier Journal, a partner publication of Hard Working Trucks, recently published a video that’s an adaption of a scenario from CCJ’s Preventable or Not manuals. It is presented via a partnership between CCJ and Instructional Technologies. In this […]February 25, 2019ProductsNew 50-gallon tank from Transfer Flow available for 2018-2019 F-150 short bedsTransfer Flow now offers a 50-gallon replacement fuel tank for 2018–19 Ford F-150 Power Stroke diesel crew cab short bed trucks. The high-capacity, midship tank offers F-150 Power Stroke owners the chance to maximize fuel capacity and driving range without sacrificing truck bed space. Crafted from ReliaSteel, 12-gauge U.S. high-yield aluminized steel, the tank includes […]February 24, 2019ProductsAlcoa’s new Dura-Black Wheels deliver style and strengthAlcoa launched its heavy-duty Dura-Black Wheels for the truck and trailer market this week. The new wheel line is the latest in wheel innovation from the market leader and inventor of the forged aluminum wheel. Alcoa reports that its Dura-Black Wheels offer the same advantages as all lightweight Alcoa forged aluminum wheels, making them lighter […]February 20, 2019TrucksVolvo Trucks rolls out its first electric trucksVolvo Trucks delivered its first all-electric vehicles Tuesday – a refuse truck to waste and recycling company Renova, and a distribution truck to the logistics company DB Schenker and partner hauler TGM, operating in Sweden. The Volvo FL Electric trucks are part of a pre-series developed in collaboration with selected customers. Series production of the […]February 19, 2019VocationalCooper Tire launches new Roadmaster RM351 HD tireCooper Tire has announced the addition of the Roadmaster RM351 HD tire to its commercial tire lineup. Engineered for mixed-service applications such as construction, logging and mining operations, the tire is designed for both on- and off-road driving, and comes in two sizes: 11R22.5 and 11R24.5, in load range H. The Roadmaster RM351 HD is […]February 18, 2019TrucksChevy Silverado to become first pace truck at Daytona 500This weekend the all-new 2019 Chevrolet Silverado will be the first truck ever to pace the Daytona 500. “The Daytona 500 weekend is home to some of the most memorable moments in racing,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president of Performance and Motorsports. “This is an exciting opportunity to introduce the strongest, most advanced […]February 15, 2019Class 3-6Ford’s new upfit website is designed to save time & moneyFord’s latest website is designed to save time and money for truck and van upfitting. Fordupfits.com focuses on commercial, recreational and wheelchair accessible vehicles. Businesses that certify their company on the site by entering their phone number will get a free mug and be eligible to receive upfit incentives. The site also offers email notifications […]February 15, 2019TrucksFedEx & PetroChoice offer fleet tips on how to prepare for tough winter daysOld Man Winter isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. Plenty of snow is still in the forecast today and throughout the weekend across the U.S. Of course, fleet preparation is key. FedEx and PetroChoice weighed in on how they’re taking on snow, ice and freezing conditions in the Q&A below. HWT: How do you […]February 13, 2019VocationalRam reveals 2019 3500, 4500 & 5500 chassis cabsRam’s well-received approach to luxury and power has been extended to its 3500, 4500 and 5500 Chassis Cabs for model year 2019. Revealed at the Chicago Auto Show, Ram reports that its strongest workhorses yet will lead the segment in capability and never-before-offered comfort and technology. With a segment-leading towing capacity up to 35,220 pounds, […]February 6, 2019TrucksTrucker making delivery found passed out from huffing canned airPolice say that a truck driver making a delivery recently to a home improvement center in Wisconsin was found passed out in his truck after huffing a can of compressed air. David Crowley, 53, was discovered unconscious but breathing in his cab by a Menards manager who in turn called for help. After being revived […]February 4, 2019Previous PagePage 25 of 145Next 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.
