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Carrier Transicold going EcoForward
Carrier Transicold on Monday, June 11, announced EcoForward technologies, the new name behind the transport refrigeration units and generator sets designed to comply with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency diesel-emissions standards, which change in 2013. TRUs with EcoForward technologies will consume less fuel, operate quieter and deliver improved performance, all while running cleaner than the models […]
June 11, 2012
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Air precleaners suited for dusty environments
Parker Hannifin’s Racor Division designed its Composite Dynamic Air Precleaners for equipment operated in dusty environments to increase the air filter’s life, reduce overall intake system restriction, increase equipment productivity and reduce downtime by separating solid dust and debris from the airstream before they reach the main air cleaner.
June 11, 2012
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Networkfleet awarded NJPA contract
Networkfleet, a provider of wireless fleet management, announced it has been awarded a contract to provide GPS fleet tracking and engine diagnostic monitoring software to education and government agencies by the National Joint Powers Alliance. The Networkfleet solution now is available nationally to NJPA members under contract No. 113011-NWF. Networkfleet says NJPA’s board of directors […]
June 11, 2012
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Accuride opens Chicago sales office
Accuride Corp. announced that it has opened its new Midwest regional sales office in the Chicago suburb of Hinsdale, Ill. The new location is easily accessible to both of the area’s major airports and centrally located to Accuride’s principal customers in its Midwest sales region, the company says. “Accuride’s new Chicago office is the latest […]
June 11, 2012
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Federal-Mogul names Broderick CEO, aftermarket division
The board of directors of Federal-Mogul Corp., a global supplier of powertrain and safety technologies, announced the election of Michael Broderick as chief executive officer of the company’s aftermarket division effective June 25. He will fill the role established in March when the board announced its decision to modify the company’s corporate structure to create […]
June 11, 2012
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Alternative Hydrogen Solutions: products now available for all diesel engines
Highline Technical Innovations, the creator of a hydrogen system that it says has proven successful in the marine and agricultural industries, announced that its HY-Impact line of Intelligent Hydrogen Systems is now commercially available for all industries utilizing diesel combustion engines. Through a partnership with Alternative Hydrogen Systems Group Sales & Marketing, LLC, the two entities […]
June 11, 2012
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A blog about my dog
My dog is the biggest pain in the you-know-what any dog can be. He barks incessantly. He whines. He begs. He hops in bed at night and thinks he owns it. He grabs the mail as soon as I lay it down on the kitchen table and somehow chews up only the bills and checks, […]
June 11, 2012
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FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index improves in April
FTR Associates on Friday, June 8, announced that its Trucking Conditions Index for April moved significantly higher from the previous month, climbing 2.7 points to a favorable reading of 9.1. The index is a compilation of factors affecting trucking companies; any reading above zero indicates a positive environment for truckers, with readings above 10 a […]
June 8, 2012
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FedEx Freight to increase shipping rates
FedEx Freight on Friday, June 8, announced an increase in shipping rates by 6.9 percent effective July 9. This rate change applies to FedEx Freight shipments within the contiguous United States, between the contiguous United States and Canada, and within Canada. The rate for cross-border FedEx Freight shipments between the United States and Mexico also […]
June 8, 2012
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WTSA US Express ordered to shut down
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Friday, June 8, announced that it ordered Racine, Wis.-based truck company WTSA US Express to cease all transportation services immediately following an extensive review of the company’s operations that discovered multiple federal safety violations in the areas of drivers’ hours-of-service compliance, driver qualifications and drug testing requirements. FMCSA […]
June 8, 2012
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FMCSA eliminates ‘night baseball’ arbitration
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Friday, June 8, announced its final determination to revise guidance for the use of binding arbitration in its civil penalty forfeiture proceedings in which the only issues remaining to be resolved are the amount of the civil penalty owed and the length of time in which to pay […]
June 8, 2012
Business
House defeats transportation bill motion
The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday, June 8, defeated a motion to instruct conferees on the transportation reauthorization bill that would have limited spending for fiscal year 2013 to $37.5 billion, which is $15 billion less than is allotted for in the two-year Senate bill. U.S. Rep. Paul Broun, M.D. (GA-10), said his motion, […]
June 8, 2012
Business
Pyle names Carrano fleet maintenance director
A. Duie Pyle, a Northeast transportation and logistics provider, appointed Dan Carrano director of fleet maintenance, responsible for specifying and negotiating the purchase of fleet equipment and for leading the team of technicians. Pyle, based in West Chester, Pa., operates 12 maintenance facilities tat perform the majority of routine and preventive maintenance on a fleet […]
June 8, 2012
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ProPickup Truck Expo teams with GATS
The ProPickup Truck Expo – a new automotive aftermarket tradeshow showcasing full-size pickups and accessories – has joined forces with the Great American Trucking Show when it rolls into the Dallas Convention Center in late August. “The ProPickup Truck Expo is focused on bringing owners, CEOs, fleet managers, DOT, utility and others involved with the […]
June 8, 2012
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Peterbilt selects Bendix ESP full-stability system
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, a provider of active safety and braking system technologies, announced that its Bendix ESP Electronic Stability Program full-stability system with Automatic Traction Control is now standard on the majority of Peterbilt Motors Co.’s Class 8 trucks and tractors, including the newly announced 579. Also, Bendix Wingman Advanced – A Collision Mitigation […]
June 8, 2012
Business
PeopleNet integrates Google Earth with Onboard Event Recording data
PeopleNet, a provider of integrated onboard computing and mobile communications systems, announced that Google Earth views of Onboard Event Recording events now are available within the PeopleNet Fleet Manager. “In direct response to demand, we’ve given customers a ground-level view that lets them ‘drive’ the Onboard Event Recording event from point to point using the […]
June 8, 2012
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Peterbilt dealer holding South Carolina NG Truck Forum July 24
The Pete Store announced plans to hold a Natural Gas Truck Forum in Greenville, S.C., on July 24. The half-day event will take place at the Embassy Suites Golf Resort & Conference Center and includes speakers from Clean Energy, Cummins, Paccar Leasing, Peterbilt Motors, Pivotal LNG and Westport Innovations. Companies interested in attending this event […]
June 8, 2012
Business
Clore offers Solar intelligent wheel charger
Clore Automotive’s Model No. PL3750 from Solar is a 6/12/24V intelligent wheel charger that provides three operational modes: auto charge, manual charge and engine start. Auto charge mode uses an advanced microprocessor-controlled process designed to deliver an optimal charge to each battery serviced regardless of size or type, resulting in improved battery condition and restored […]
June 8, 2012
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