Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)Class 3-6VW unveils I.D. Buzz Cargo concept van as part of its $38B EV commitmentVolkswagen has been watching as electric vans slowly make their way into the booming P&D segment, and now they may be entering that market following the reveal of their I.D. Buzz Cargo concept. VW President and CEO Scott Keogh was on hand this week at the LA Auto Show to personally unveil the cargo van […]November 29, 2018TrucksPenske joins TechForce Foundation to step-up technician recruiting effortsPenske Truck Leasing is joining the TechForce Foundation’s efforts to recruit the next generation of truck fleet maintenance technicians by serving as an early adopter in the foundation’s FutureTech Success campaign. The TechForce Foundation works to raise awareness with school-age students about great career opportunities as professional technicians. The FutureTech Success campaign aims to raise awareness by rolling out […]November 27, 2018Class 3-6Landi Renzo announces CNG CARB certification for 2019 F-250, F-350, E-350 & E-450Landi Renzo USA announced CARB Certification for the 2019 Ford Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) F-250/350 6.2-liter V8 Super Duty Truck and the E-350/450 6.2-liter V8 Cutaway and Strip Chassis. The CARB Certifications/Executive Orders are available via the links below on CARB’s official website: Test Group – KLDRD06.2C10; Vehicle Class MD4 – F-250/350 Test Group – KLDRD06.2C12; […]November 27, 2018TrucksGM announces large job cuts & factory closingsGeneral Motors announced today that its cutting roughly 15,000 jobs and closing factories following weak car sales and a company-wide shift to focus on new mobility solutions which includes a sharp increase in electric and autonomous vehicle development. The cuts are expected to increase cash flow by $6 billion by the end of 2020. “The actions […]November 26, 2018ProductsTruck Gear launches new online storeJust in time for holiday shopping Truck Gear by LINE-X has launched an all-new online store giving truck owners and enthusiasts the ability to order Truck Gear-brand accessories online and have them shipped to their nearest LINE-X franchise for free, or to their home for the cost of shipping. Truck Gear by LINE-X accessories are exclusive to […]November 22, 2018ProductsAir Lift 1000 HD now available for 2019 Ram 1500Last fall, Air Lift Company unveiled the Air Lift 1000 HD, a heavy-duty coil spring insert, designed to provide extra load support when towing or hauling. Now, the aftermarket air suspension specialists have made the suspension solution available for the 2019 Ram 1500. The Air Lift 1000 HD (P/N 60828HD) load support kit is Air […]November 22, 2018TrucksAlbertsons acquiring ten Tesla SemisAlbertsons recently announced that it will be buying ten Tesla Semis for its Southern California fleet. The vehicles are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to decrease carbon emissions and run a cleaner transportation program. “Our employee promise is to Make Every Day a Better Day,” said Albertsons Companies President and CEO Jim Donald. “That […]November 20, 2018TrucksGM backs growing GIS telematics player MapAnythingWork trucks and vans have become increasingly connected to more sophisticated data bases which can help streamline workloads and crank up sales. One company that’s been busy leveraging the latest in mobile Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology is MapAnything. The North Carolina-based tech firm recently announced the close of a $42.5 million Series C investment […]November 18, 2018Class 3-6Nissan announces prices for 2019 NV Cargo & Passenger vansNissan announced pricing for the 2019 Nissan NV Cargo van and 2019 Nissan NV Passenger van. Both models are available now at select Nissan Commercial Vehicle dealers nationwide. The NV Cargo has a starting MSRP of $29,340 (NV 1500 Cargo Standard Roof S with 4.0- liter V6). The NV Cargo is the only available High […]November 18, 2018ProductsAero X is a truck cap like no otherFor those looking for a truck bed cap that truly stands out from others on the market, consider Michigan Vehicle Solutions Aero X. The hatch back design is more aerodynamic than conventional caps and offers a rear-window louver that blocks out the sun and provides a clear view behind the truck. “I am especially proud […]November 13, 2018Previous PagePage 32 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.
