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Thermo King awarded Job Skills grant
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) has awarded a $300,000 grant under its Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) to develop and implement lean process improvement training for more than 560 employees of Thermo King, a manufacturer of transport temperature control systems for a variety of mobile applications and a brand of Ingersoll […]
April 4, 2013
Business
Chevron salutes latest Million Mile Club inductees
Chevron Products Company today unveiled the eight drivers inducted to the Chevron Delo sponsored Red Eye Radio (formerly Midnight Trucking Radio) Million Mile Club in March 2013. Established in 1992, the Chevron Delo sponsored program is one of the most prestigious honors in the trucking industry. The Red Eye Radio Million Mile Club honors truck […]
April 4, 2013
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The new Volvo VNL’s features and trim levels are available to examine interactively. Volvo Trucks has developed a new state-of-the-art online configurator exclusively for VNL models. The configurator provides detailed information on the features and benefits of each trim level and cab option, as well as a 360-degree view of the truck inside and out.
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Volvo honors I-See development engineers
The Volvo Technology Award this year will be presented to the team responsible for developing the “I-See” system, a fuel-saving “autopilot” for commercial trucks. According to Volvo, the I-See system reduces fuel consumption for long-distance transport by up to 5 percent. Four individuals responsible for developing the solution are set to receive the Volvo Technology […]
April 4, 2013
Business
Gamber-Johnson designs durable docking station
Gamber-Johnson’s Mag Dock for the Getac B300 computer is made using a one-piece magnesium chassis to help enhance overall strength and performance. The dock features a key lock for added security and an easy-to-activate ergonomically designed side docking handle with a wide grip and smoother docking activation. Forward facing ports facilitate low mounting capability and […]
April 4, 2013
Business
BD offers fuel economy module for Cat, Cummins ISX engines
BD for Caterpillar or Cummins ISX engines is designed to boost fuel economy by injecting fuel earlier in the compression cycle, resulting in a longer time to burn fuel as the piston is driven down on a power stroke. The extra time helps facilitate a cleaner burn in the combustion cycle and produce 30-35 more […]
April 4, 2013
Business
Prelim numbers show slip in Class 8 orders in March
According to preliminary data released this week by FTR Associates, Class 8 truck orders for the month of March totaled 21,817 units, account for a 4 percent drop from February’s unusually strong showing. The numbers are for all major North American manufacturers. However, the prelim data points to strong year-over-year growth — 11 percent — […]
April 3, 2013
Business
Cargo theft numbers drop 20 percent in recent months
Spanning December 2012 through February 2013, a total of 199 cargo thefts occurred in the United States, accounting for a 20 percent drop from the three months prior, according to numbers released this week by FreightWatch International. Moreover, the average value per load stolen during the period was $133,711 — a 39 percent drop from […]
April 3, 2013
Business
Increased traffic gridlock points to stronger economy, report says
Your trucks and drivers may be spending more time in traffic, but that’s not all bad, says a report from Inrix, as increased gridlock can be taken as a sign of hope for the economy in 2013. For the first time in the last few years gridlock in the month of December did not completely […]
April 3, 2013
Business
IPA touts trailer tester
IPA’s Super Mutt Deluxe trailer tester is designed to improve inspection accuracy by guiding a technician through 91 points of inspection and placing a load on the trailer’s electrical circuits to identify wiring problems. The diagnostic program is designed to identify shorted, crossed and open circuits, differentiate between poor wire and chassis grounds, and provide […]
April 2, 2013
Business
ConMet Hubs to be standard equipment on Peterbilt trucks
Beginning with trucks built in July, 2013, PreSet Plus hub assemblies from Consolidated Metco (ConMet) will be standard on all Peterbilt Class 8 trucks manufactured at its Denton, TX plant. “Peterbilt trucks have always been at the forefront of product technology and innovation,” explains Bill Kozek, Peterbilt General Manager. “ConMet’s PreSet Plus hub assemblies support […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Nearly 70 percent of carriers using or testing e-logs, survey says
Two-thirds of carriers who responded to a recent survey from Transport Capital Partners said that they are either testing or using electronic logging devices on their fleet’s trucks, while 35 percent of responding fleets are already using e-logs on all of their trucks, up from 25 percent in May of last year. Another ten percent are […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Back from the Dead: Using retreads to maximize profitability, Part 1
According to some big fleets and tire manufacturers, those not employing a retread program are not maximizing their fleet’s tire investment. Here’s how to implement use of retreads properly.
April 2, 2013
Business
Yokohama announces dedicated Mexican subsidiary
Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) today announced the establishment of a new subsidiary, Yokohama Tire Mexico S. de R.L. de C.V. (Sociedad De Responsabilidad Limitada De Capital Variable), incorporated in Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico. The subsidiary was created to meet the growing demand for consumer, commercial and OTR tires in Mexico and is expected to provide YTC […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Xata Turnpike integrated with BOLT dispatch software
XRS Corporation, a provider of mobile fleet optimization software, announced that Xata Turnpike is now fully integrated with BOLT fleet management and trucking dispatch systems. Integration with the company’s new mobile fleet management platform – XRS – is forthcoming. The companies said the integration will help drive productivity and convenience for drivers and fleet managers […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Freightliner recalls 46,000 Cascadia trucks
According to a March 18 report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Daimler Trucks North America — parent company of Freightliner Trucks — has issued a recall 46,000 2013 and 2014 year model Freightliner Cascadia trucks produced between May 7, 2012, and March 2, 2013. The affected trucks have glitches that cause daytime running […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Obama pushes $21 billion infrastructure plan
According to a report from The Hill last week, President Barack Obama unveiled last week a plan to build public-private partnerships to improve infrastructure around the country. The President said the plan will be part of his 2014 budget, which will be released April 10. One of the key anchors of the plan is an […]
April 2, 2013
Business
New Pig compiles cabinet spill kit
New Pig’s high-visibility padlockable Pig Spill Kit in a Cabinet serves as a central spill response center. The safety-yellow heavy-gauge steel cabinet includes Pig Blue Socks, Pig Mat and Pillows, wipers and temporary disposal bags with ties. The cabinet includes adjustable shelves and a coat rack, while lockable drawers and tamperproof seals help prevent theft. […]
April 2, 2013
Business
Drug and alcohol clearinghouse rule goes to White House for approval
A rule that would establish a database of CDL holders who have returned positive drug and alcohol test results was sent to the White House’s Office of Management and Budget for final approval last week. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration sent the rule to the OMB March 26, and the rule essentially puts the […]
April 2, 2013
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