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TransCore’s North American Freight Index up in September
TransCore on Monday, Oct. 17, announced that its September North American Freight Index rose 3.2 percent compared to August and 45 percent compared to September 2010. September marked the highest same-month spot market freight availability since the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The month-over-month increase from August to September follows typical seasonal patterns. Alongside the increase […]
October 17, 2011
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U.S. diesel price climbs for first time in 6 weeks
After five consecutive weeks of declining prices, the U.S. average price of a gallon of diesel climbed 8 cents to $3.801 during the week ended Monday, Oct. 17, according to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration. That price is 72.8 cents higher than the same week last year. Prices rose in every region […]
October 17, 2011
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PartsRiver introduces trucking-specific parts search engine
PartsRiver has introduced a Part Search online search engine dedicated to trucking industry parts. The goal is to create a consumer-style Google Map-based search engine that will allow truck fleets, dealers and repair shops to quickly track down parts in a local area, significantly cutting down on phone time while giving fleet managers and technicians […]
October 17, 2011
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Meritor allies with Takata on safety systems, makes sales tool public
Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems and Takata Corp.’s U.S. subsidiary, TK Holdings Inc., have signed a letter of intent to establish a strategic alliance in which the companies will work together to develop new active safety systems products for North American commercial vehicles. Meritor also announced that its Meritor Mobile sales and service information tool […]
October 17, 2011
Business
PeopleNet partners with SpeedGauge for speed monitoring
PeopleNet, a provider of onboard computing and mobile communications systems, announced a new exclusive alert and daily summary enhancements to its Speed Monitoring through a partnership with SpeedGauge, a provider of analytics designed to enable fleets to identify high-risk driving behavior. Both companies also are partnering with Brazos Speciality Risk to give PeopleNet EOBR (electronic […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Qualcomm revamps website, customer portal; announces Pana-Pacific collaboration
Qualcomm, a provider of integrated wireless systems, applications and services to transportation and logistics companies, announced the re-launch of the Qualcomm Enterprise Services public website and the new customer portal, which will be available with the commercial release of the MCP50 in early 2012. The company says both sites will deliver a high-quality experience for […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Rand McNally signs new customers for TND 760 Fleet Edition
Less than three months after announcing its next-generation in-cab EOBR, the TND 760 Fleet Edition, Rand McNally announced it is rolling out the device to its first customers. As announced in early August, the TND 760 combines Rand McNally’s navigation with a robust mobile communication system for less than $800. The TND 760 sends and […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Navistar updates International ProStar+, TranStar models
As North American truck fleet executives gathered at the 2011 American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition in Grapevine, Texas, Navistar showcased several driver-centric features on two of its models – the International ProStar+ and the International TranStar. “Rebounding freight volume, along with the effects of CSA 2010, have resulted in a growing driver shortage […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Roehl Transport, Stagecoach Cartage win Volvo Trucks Safety Award
Safety-centric company cultures and outstanding performance records earned Roehl Transport Inc. and Stagecoach Cartage and Distribution the 2011 Volvo Trucks Safety Award. The awards were announced Monday, Oct. 17, at the American Trucking Associations Management Conference & Exhibition in Grapevine, Texas. “Safety has long been a core value at Volvo, and we’re proud to share […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Volvo, Mack to continue supporting ATA outreach programs
During the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition in Grapevine, Texas, Volvo Trucks announced its ongoing support of America’s Road Team, which uses professional drivers with outstanding driving records to deliver messages about highway safety and the essentiality of trucking. In addition, Mack Trucks renewed its support for ATA’s Share The Road program, designed […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Internet Truckstop to sponsor TCA Highway Angel program
Load board provider Internet Truckstop announced its sponsorship of the Truckload Carriers Association’s Highway Angel program during TCA’s business meeting held in conjunction with the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Internet Truckstop says it will commit $75,000 to the program over the next two years. Highway […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Bison team named TCA Highway Angels for helping at fatal accident scene
The Truckload Carriers Association has added two professional truck drivers to its roster of Highway Angels: Brian McHale of Gatineau, Quebec, and Lee Wood of Kingston, Ontario. The team drives for Bison Transport Inc., of Winnipeg, Manitoba. On July 18, McHale and Wood were on a trip from Winnipeg to Mississauga. As they approached their […]
October 17, 2011
Business
TCA demonstrates ‘Issues Update’ tool
The Truckload Carriers Association held a live demonstration of its newest member benefit, “Issues Update,” at the American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exhibition at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. TCA says members have been asking the association’s staff for help navigating a complex sea of trucking industry issues. “When livelihoods, jobs and money […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Equinox Owner-Operator Solutions touts roadside assistance program
Equinox Owner-Operator Solutions, a provider of business services for trucking professionals, now offers roadside assistance services, powered by Roadside Masters, for $299 per year or $99 down and $.99 per day for 11 months. “At Equinox, our first priority is to understand our customers’ wants and needs,” says Spencer Angerbauer, president of Equinox. “We recognize […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Manheim hosting Coca-Cola beverage truck sale
Manheim Specialty Auctions and Total Resource Auctions have renewed their exclusive remarketing partnership with the world’s largest beverage company, Coca-Cola, and will hold the biggest fleet sale of the year on Tuesday, Oct. 18. Coca-Cola will offer more than 200 heavy truck and equipment units during a special Super Sale hosted by Manheim Georgia. Units […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Kenworth, Peterbilt working with microturbine developer on hybrid trucks
Capstone Turbine Corp., a clean technology manufacturer of microturbine energy systems, announced that it is working with Kenworth and Peterbilt to demonstrate Class 7 and 8 microturbine range extended series hybrid trucks. During the recent Hybrid Truck User’s Forum in Baltimore, it was announced that both Kenworth and Peterbilt are working with Capstone to demonstrate […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Capital Partners acquires Roll-Rite Tarping Systems
Roll-Rite, a manufacturer of automated tarping systems serving the construction, refuse and agricultural industries, announced that it has been acquired by Capital Partners, a private investment firm located in Greenwich, Conn., in conjunction with minority partners Argosy Capital and management. Terms were not announced. “This is the classic win-win scenario,” says Brad Templeman, chief executive […]
October 17, 2011
Business
Selleck takes reins at Michelin North America
Pete Selleck, a 29-year Michelin veteran, on Monday, Oct. 17, began his tenure as chairman and president of Michelin North America, succeeding Richard “Dick” Wilkerson, who is retiring to become chairman emeritus. Selleck assumes responsibility for coordinating all Michelin activities in Canada, Mexico and the United States. He returns to Greenville, S.C., from the Michelin […]
October 17, 2011
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