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Long Beach port again posts strong trade numbers
The Port of Long Beach announced that despite the departure of one of its tenants in late 2010, it continued to post strong trade numbers into 2011 with a 10.8 percent increase in cargo container volume in January compared to the same period a year ago. Overall, the port moved 474,960 20-foot equivalent container units […]
February 16, 2011
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FFE launches ‘Drive-To-Own’ program for owner-operators
FFE Transportation Services announced the restructuring of the company’s lease-purchase program for owner-operators interested in participating in its existing lease-to-purchase program. The program is branded “Drive-To-Own,” and FFE says the revised terms reduce lease payments by an average of 20 percent. In addition, the program encourages ownership by reducing the residual or ‘balloon’ payment due […]
February 16, 2011
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Estes Express chooses Bendix for active safety technology
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems announced that Estes Express Lines has chosen its Bendix ESP (Electronic Stability Program) full-stability system for 1,200 of its commercial vehicles. Based in Richmond, Va., Estes offers less-than-truckload, time-critical, volume and truckload services, as well as global and custom solutions. Bendix says the new business win for will be implemented during […]
February 16, 2011
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Oberstar to keynote NASSTRAC 2011 Logistics Conference
NASSTRAC announced that James Oberstar will serve as keynote speaker of its 2011 Logistics Conference & Expo, April 17-20 in Orlando, Fla. NASSTRAC’s conference attracts executives and key decision-makers in logistics or supply chain management who want to learn and network with leading experts in the industry. NASSTRAC provides education, advocacy, connections and solutions for […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Custom Rigs Pride & Polish announces National Championship Series
Top truck beauty show winners from across the country will meet in Dallas this August to compete for the Custom Rigs Pride & Polish National Championship. Best of Show winners from all five Pride & Polish events will be invited to attend the first-ever nationally recognized National Championship at the Dallas Convention Center, Aug. 25-27, […]
February 16, 2011
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2011 Charlotte Diesel Super Show set for Oct. 7-8
The 2011 Charlotte Diesel Super Show will be held Friday and Saturday, Oct. 7-8, at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, zMax Dragway in Concord, N.C. Attendees will experience live equipment and truck demonstrations, industry-related exhibits, ride and drives and activities for all ages. On Friday evening, a headline entertainer will perform a live country music concert. […]
February 16, 2011
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Peterbilt offers Paccar MX engine for Model 389
Peterbilt Motors Co. on Wednesday, Feb. 16, announced the availability of the Paccar MX engine with Model 389, providing customers a long-term proposition through its technologically advanced designs and lightweight materials that facilitate added performance and fuel economy. “High industry acceptance and customer demand has allowed Peterbilt to expand the availability of the Paccar MX […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Nissan showcases new commercial van
Nissan finally unveiled its long-awaited NV Series commercial light van at a press event in Miami earlier this month. Until now, Nissan has declined to compete in the North American commercial truck market, even though the company maintains a huge presence in those markets globally. (According to Nissan, commercial vehicle sales, including heavy-duty trucks and […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Allied Tire joins Michelin Commercial Service Network
Allied Tire Co., a division of Allied Oil & Supply Inc., has joined the Michelin Commercial Service Network, a nationwide network of Michelin dealers designed to establish a standard for consistent service across the United States. The network was created to provide consistent high-quality service for trucking fleets at home or on the road, including […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Kinedyne launches new catalog for Canadian customers
Kinedyne Corp. has introduced the latest edition of its catalog of cargo control products for Canada, a full-color release featuring detailed information on the company’s range of items – including about 150 products new to the Canadian market. This 2011 publication, entitled “Cargo Securement Solutions,” is organized in color-coded sections for easy reference and features […]
February 16, 2011
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BorgWarner’s compact brushless actuator targets NOx emissions
BorgWarner says its compact brushless actuator, designed to optimize engine performance and reduce nitrogen oxide emissions for on- and off-road commercial diesel vehicles, features the latest advancements in electronic rotary actuators. From turbocharger and exhaust gas recirculation systems to exhaust brake applications, the compact brushless actuator is designed with proprietary smart electronics to control various […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Getloaded upgrades, adds features
Internet load board Getloaded announced the first in a series of upgrades and new features designed to ease freight movement and help transportation professionals find loads faster. Getloaded says the new features include: • Multiple date selection when searching for freight, which ensures members find the loads they need, whenever they need them; • Additional […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Celadon COO Will to keynote ALK Transportation Technology Summit
ALK Technologies Inc. announced that for the second consecutive year, Paul Will, vice chairman, president and chief operating officer of the Celadon Group, will deliver the keynote address at the 2011 ALK Transportation Technology Summit. In making a return visit, Will brings a unique perspective on the new industry challenges and opportunities to surface “one […]
February 16, 2011
Business
Capacity tightening, FTR Shippers Condition Index shows
FTR Associates announced Tuesday, Feb. 15, that it has lowered its Shippers Condition Index to reflect tightening carrier capacity, particularly in the truckload sector. The SCI sums up all market influences that affect shippers; a reading above zero suggests a favorable shipping environment, while a reading below zero is unfavorable. January’s -8.8 reading is the […]
February 15, 2011
Business
Inventories-to-sales ratio holds steady
The growth in sales outpaced that of inventories only by a very slight margin during December, resulting in an inventories-to-sales ratio of 1.25 — essentially unchanged from November on a seasonally adjusted basis. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the value of trade sales and manufacturers’ shipments throughout the U.S. economy was up 1.1 percent […]
February 15, 2011
Business
Ryder adding 6,700 new trucks to North American rental fleet
Ryder System on Tuesday, Feb. 15, announced that it is expanding and refreshing its North American rental fleet with 6,700 new trucks, tractors, trailers and vans to meet accelerating demand as the economy continues to rebound. The new vehicles – which represent multiple classes of tractors, trailers, refrigerated equipment, box trucks and light-duty vans – […]
February 15, 2011
Business
CARB announces second year of grants for hybrid trucks, buses
The California Air Resources Board on Tuesday, Feb. 15, initiated the second year of grants totaling $19 million for hybrid vehicle technology to address smog-forming and greenhouse gas emissions. The Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program will provide vouchers on a first-come first-served basis to help California fleets purchase fuel-efficient hybrid medium- and heavy-duty […]
February 15, 2011
Business
Frozen Food Express posts lower 4Q net loss
Frozen Food Express Industries Inc. on Tuesday, Feb. 15, announced its financial and operating results for the quarter and year ended Dec. 31. Highlights include: • Fourth-quarter operating loss of $1.9 million, an 62.1 percent improvement versus a fourth-quarter 2009 operating loss of $3.1 million; • Operating losses for the year improved by $7.2 million […]
February 15, 2011
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