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Bridgestone Commercial Tire names new marketing director

Bridgestone Commercial, a division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (BATO), today announced a new head of marketing for the commercial tire division. As Vice President, Commercial Tire Division, BATO, Marshall Hyzdu takes the reigns leading marketing initiatives for OTR and commercial truck and bus tire products, including Bridgestone, Firestone, Bandag and Dayton brands. “We are […]

February 2, 2015

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TMC prepares for 2015 Nashville Meeting and Exhibition

Fuel economy standards, alternative fuels, asset utilization and tire deployment will be among the key topics of discussion at American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council’s 2015 Annual Meeting, to be held February 16-19 at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tenn. “Important information on the latest in technology, regulatory news, industry best practices and […]

February 2, 2015

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Registration opens for 2015 Bendix Brake Training School

Bendix has released the 2015 schedule and opened registration for its in-person Bendix Brake Training School. Offered by Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems and Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake, this year’s training school opens Tuesday, March 24, in Owosso, Michigan. Classes are scheduled into November, with a total of 19 sessions in 13 U.S. states and Ontario. […]

January 27, 2015

Bendix On-Line Brake School hits record enrollment

As the Bendix On-Line Brake School nears completion of its second year, the on-line technical training site continues to expand its offerings to a growing number of participants. Since March 2013, when Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC established brake-school.com, the training portal has delivered more than 750,000 courses to registered users. Total registration has reached […]

January 22, 2015

Interstate Battery offers cold weather cranking tips

Did you know cold weather affects auto batteries more than any other engine component? During extreme winter weather conditions, Interstate Batteries encourages motorists to protect and care for that part of the vehicle a driver depends on most every day. Filled with fluid containing mostly water, batteries are susceptible to freezing when the battery is […]

January 15, 2015

NHTSA grants CMA/Double Coin petition for Inconsequential Compliance for tire sidewall markings

CMA and Double Coin Holdings today announced formal notification by the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) on December 30, 2014 that they agreed with CMA position that the stated noncompliance is inconsequential to motor vehicle safety. According to NHTSA, no additional obligation for providing a remedy or notification is required. NHTSA established a decision with […]

January 6, 2015

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PACCAR Leasing names 2014 Service Managers of the Year

Robert Elliott of Rush Truck Leasing in Tampa Bay, Fla., and Buddy Newton of MHC Truck Leasing in Colorado Springs, Colo., have been named PACCAR Leasing Company’s (PacLease) Peterbilt and Kenworth service managers of the year. The awards were presented at PACCAR Leasing’s maintenance management seminar recently held in Anaheim, Calif. Regional winners included: • […]

December 19, 2014

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What technicians wish you knew about truck maintenance

Top technicians say they would like more fleets to request basic training from either dealerships or the OEMs when they buy new units.

December 15, 2014

Working the problem: Information technology and downtime

My refrigerator at home has a computer motherboard in it. I can’t tell you what the hell that motherboard does. But I can tell you that it costs $275 (plus labor) to replace. And that I’ve replaced it twice in the 10 years I’ve had this ‘fridge. Computers are everywhere today. And if you’re my […]

December 10, 2014

The give and take of low-rolling-resistance tires: Do fleets pay a longevity penalty for them?

Truck spec’ing often is a game of give-and-take. At first glance, it’s a given that low-rolling-resistance tires deliver superior fuel economy performance. But does that performance come at the cost of tire durability and longevity?

November 19, 2014

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Peterbilt announces new Manitoba dealership

Peterbilt Manitoba Ltd. added a third dealership to their group with the opening of Peterbilt Manitoba-East, a parts and service facility in Springfield, Manitoba, just east of Winnipeg, Peterbilt Motors Company recently announced. “We’re pleased to add a new location to our network and expand our ability to serve our customers,” said Dealer Principal Doug […]

November 18, 2014

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Telogis moving quickly with ‘connected vehicle’ technology

Fleets have more options for using the connectivity platform that comes with their trucks, eliminating the cost of installing and building up their aftermarket technologies. And what doesn’t come with their vehicles can be quickly brought in from cloud-based software applications.

October 29, 2014

Navistar announces upgrades to OnCommand, new fuel-efficiency spec for ProStar

Navistar announced several enhancements to its OnCommand Connection remote diagnostics and fuel efficiency upgrades to its ProStar during a press conference at the 2014 American Trucking Associations’ 2014 Management Conference & Exhibition in San Diego. Beginning in November, Navistar will roll out new feature enhancements for its OnCommand Connection offering, including a mobile app, customized […]

October 6, 2014

Navistar’s Jodi Presswood says the new fuel-efficiency spec for the International ProStar includes the SmartAdvantage 10-speed Eaton Fuller Advantage automated manual transmission paired with the Cummins ISX15 engine with SmartTorque2 ratings.

Hankook Tire announces veterans outreach program

Hankook Tire America has announced its commitment to DAV (Disabled American Veterans) to help provide services to veterans of all generations. As a sponsor of the DAV’s Mobile Service Office (MSO) program, Hankook’s $50,000 contribution will help DAV continue to bring free services directly to veterans where they live. Hankook supports the DAV MSO program […]

October 2, 2014

Goodyear announces Fuel Max LHD G505D drive tire

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company says it has introduced the most fuel-efficient long haul drive tire in North America. Available now, the Goodyear claims the FUEL MAX LHD G505D saves, on average, $1,444 worth of fuel per truck, per year, compared to the Michelin X Line Energy D.* The Goodyear FUEL MAX LHD G505D […]

October 1, 2014

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Volvo announces major dealer expansion in Ohio

Volvo Trucks recently increased its service capabilities in the Northeast region of the U.S. with the expansion of the Young Truck Sales facility in Canton, Ohio. The full-service dealership, located on 16 acres on Shepler Road just off Interstate-77, includes 30 service bays and $800,000 in parts inventory. A separate on-site building dedicated to servicing […]

September 29, 2014

Mack announces new Telogis-based, scalable vehicle telematics package

Mack announced a major expansion package to its GuardDog Connect fleet telematics system Sept. 29. The company’s new Mack Fleet Management Services is a suite of software and technology offerings made possible by an initial partnership with Telogis.

September 29, 2014

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WheelTime launches “Total Tech” Training to combat technician shortage

WheelTime Network says it recently launched “Total Tech,” a new WheelTime University training series. “Total Tech” is a series of on-line training and certification modules that uses tools and focus inspired by the TMC SuperTech competition. The program was developed under the direction of George Arrants, a well-known industry educator and accreditation leader, and is […]

September 25, 2014

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Abilene will continue operating through Tuesday, January 27, the company said, maintaining its commitment to safe, reliable, and professional service as resources transition to Swift.

Abilene Motor Express folding into Swift Transportation

Abilene Motor Express was acquired by Knight-Swift in 2018.

Partnerships with MC Tank Lines and Leahy Transport brings the Quantix network to more than 70 locations.

Quantix partnering with liquid bulk haulers MC Tank Lines, Leahy Transport

Koch said their Strategic acquisition of SOS to accelerates growth, expands reach, and bolsters geographic and industry-specific offerings for Koch Logistics & Warehousing.

Koch doubles its nationwide square footage with SOS acquisition

USA Truck was acquired by DB Schenker in June 2022 for approximately $435 million, and DB Schenker was subsequently acquired by DSV in April 2025. Prior to its own acquisition, DB Schenker had been shopping USA Truck, and DSV decided to divest the asset almost immediately.

'Welcome home': USA Truck acquired by former, current leadership team

Dart will retain use of its name and says that the transaction will not affect day-to-day operations.

Dart Transit acquired by private equity firm

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