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Omnitracs, McLeod Software deepen integration

Fleets utilizing McLeod Software’s LoadMaster Enterprise product and Omnitracs’ Mobile Computing Platforms (MCP) have additional integration points for the Omnitracs Driver Workflow application and Optimized Fuel Stops.

September 18, 2014

Peterbilt introduces right-hand, stand-up cab for Model 320 refuse trucks

As side-loader collection vehicles continue to gain popularity in residential refuse applications, Peterbilt Motors Company announced a new right-hand stand-up configuration of its recently redesigned low-cab forward Model 320. The redesigned Model 320 was introduced last year with an entirely new ProBilt interior that features superior fit and finish and numerous enhancements that improve operator […]

September 17, 2014

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BF Goodrich Truck Tires redesigns website based on customer input

BFGoodrich Truck Tires has redesigned its website with the help of its customers who were asked what features would be most valuable to help them better manage their business. The result is a more interactive and user-friendly website that provides quick access to the site’s tools that include an tire selector and dealer selector. The […]

September 17, 2014

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Shell adds discounts, rewards to Fleet Navigator card

Shell, one of the largest fuel card providers in the world, has added new offerings to its Shell Fleet Navigator Card in the U.S. market. The card, launched one year ago, enables fleets to instantly enforce company policies with access to one of the nation’s largest fuel networks.

September 10, 2014

Kenworth adds Dana Spicer 6×2 axle spec to Class 8 truck models

Kenworth now offers the new Dana Spicer EconoTrek 6×2 tandem axle for order with new Kenworth Class 8 on-highway trucks. Key benefits of the durable, Spicer EconoTrek lightweight drive and tag axle configuration include enhanced fuel economy, weight savings, improved performance, and reduced maintenance. “The 6×2 configuration is becoming more popular with fleets and truck […]

September 8, 2014

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Eaton announces new authorized rebuilder

Power management company Eaton has expanded its Authorized Rebuilder Program north of the U.S. border to now include Pacific Truck in Edmonton, Alberta. Pacific Truck, a division of Crane Carrier (Canada) Limited, becomes the fifth rebuilder in the program. The company has 65 employees and an office, warehouse and shop facility of more than 42,000 […]

September 2, 2014

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Bestpass toll service adds Niagara Falls bridges

Bestpass, a provider of bulk purchasing and streamlined toll management services to commercial fleets, announced that beginning August 16, 2014 Niagara Falls Bridge Commission (NFBC)-managed bridges, including the Rainbow, Whirlpool, and Lewiston-Queenston international bridges, are now part of the Bestpass toll service.

August 22, 2014

Celadon upgrades tractor fleet

Celadon Trucking Services announced a substantial investment in its overall fleet with its recent purchase of more than 1500 new tractors. The Celadon order consisted of Kenworth T680 tractors from Paccar as well as LoneStar and ProStar models from International. The Kenworths will be used by the company’s Expedited team operations, the LoneStar models by […]

August 18, 2014

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Comdata to be acquired by FleetCor for $3.45B

FleetCor Technologies, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Comdata from Ceridian LLC for $3.45 billion. The transaction is expected to close in December 2014.

August 13, 2014

Volvo takes customers to the track at New River Valley plant

Volvo’s New River Valley (NRV) assembly plant in Dublin, Virginia officially opened its 1.1-mile Customer Experience Track today during a celebration with Volvo executives, government officials and employees. The track features a paved road course and an off-highway area to better enable Volvo to showcase its extensive range of Class 8 vehicles during customer tours […]

August 12, 2014

Peterbilt adds Alcoa Ultra Wheels as Class 8 spec

New Alcoa Ultra aluminum wheels manufactured from a MagnaForce alloy that provides additional strength and lower weight are now available as a factory-installed option for all Peterbilt heavy-duty trucks, Peterbilt Motors Company recently announced. “This is a great new option for our customers in weight-conscious applications and other markets who want to run lighter and […]

August 7, 2014

Bestpass surpasses 125k toll transponders in fleets of all sizes

Bestpass, providers of bulk purchasing and streamlined toll management services to commercial fleets, announced that its growing client roster includes fleets of all types and sizes.

August 1, 2014

Kenworth offering Bendix SmarTire on T680 and T880 models

The Kenworth T680 and Kenworth T880 are now available with the fuel-saving SmarTire Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) by Bendix CVS as an option when specifying these models. The factory-installed Bendix system uses wheel-mounted sensors in each tire to monitor the tire’s pressure and temperature. Sensors are located on the steer and drive axle wheels. […]

July 30, 2014

Mack expands customer support in Texas

Mack Trucks today announced further investment and growth in its extensive customer support network with a new dealership in Cotulla, Texas, scheduled to open late August. Valley Truck Centers’ new 40,000 square-foot facility also features the world’s largest Mack Trucks pylon, measuring in at 17 feet 2 inches tall and 29 feet 6 inches wide. […]

July 29, 2014

Kenworth announces Spicer AdvanTEK 40 Tandem Axle spec for Class 8 models

Kenworth has added Dana’s Spicer AdvanTEK 40 tandem axle for new Class 8 pickup and delivery, regional haul and line haul trucks equipped with the Kenworth AG380 or AG400L suspension. “The Spicer AdvanTEK 40 tandem axle is an excellent, fuel-efficient addition for new Kenworth Class 8 trucks,” said Kurt Swihart, Kenworth marketing director. “The AdvanTEK […]

July 29, 2014

Ryder System announces new warranty for used refrigerated trucks

Ryder System announced the launch of its new “Keep It Cool” promotion in the United States and Canada. The promotion is available through September 1, 2014 and offers a free 12-month warranty, underwritten by Premium 2000+, on qualified used refrigerated trucks. The new Ryder warranty offering covers both the truck engine and the refrigeration unit. “We […]

July 29, 2014

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Isuzu unveils new medium-duty diesel truck model

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America has introduced the latest addition to its wide range of N-Series diesel trucks, the NPR-XD. With a gross vehicle weight rating of 16,000-lb., the NPR-XD bridges the gap between the NPR-HD, with its GVWR of 14,500-lb., and the 17,950-lb. GVWR NQR. The new model was announced as part of the […]

July 17, 2014

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WEX Fleet One gets fuel card interface with McLeod Software

WEX Fleet One, a provider of fuel cards and fleet-related payment systems, announced the launch of its real-time interactive fuel card interface with McLeod Software’s LoadMaster Enterprise.

June 24, 2014

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NMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technology

The trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.

Headquartered in Ohio, Kandel Transport Inc. is a regional carrier specializing in temperature-controlled food transport.

Kandel Transport acquired by Nagle Companies

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Marten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to return

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U.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck drivers

Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.

Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.

Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America

View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.

In House or Outsourced Maintenance

The decision between bringing fleet maintenance in-house versus outsourcing is a pivotal one that could significantly affect your operations.