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Chevy introduces new trailering camera system and fifth-wheel package

Chevy unveiled a new trailering camera system and fifth-wheel package for 2014 to 2016 model year Silverados.

March 17, 2016

Chevrolet Accessories offers a trailering camera system, produced by Echomaster, for 2014-2016 model year Silverados. The system includes a camera to be mounted on the rear of the trailer, that wirelessly transmits images to the Silverado’s center display.

Ryder implementing new three-tier system for used truck business

The three new categories – Ryder Certified, Ryder Verified and Ryder Reclassified – range from high quality to “as-is” options.

March 17, 2016

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Custom U.S.-built batteries to power fully electric drivetrain

Using fully electric trucks to move cargo will save each truck in excess of 60 cents per mile over traditional diesel fuel according to initial analysis for Freedom Trucking by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

March 17, 2016

Custom U.S. built batteries to power interstate electric trucks

Florida-based company Oakridge Global Energy Solutions announced that it will be manufacturing custom-built lithium-ion batteries to power interstate trucks for Freedom Trucking in Minneapolis.

March 16, 2016

Oakridge Global Energy Solutions announced that it’s supplying custom-built batteries that will enable Freedom Trucking to keep its electric trucks traveling daily between Chicago and Minneapolis.

Volvo recalling trucks over steering shaft concern

Volvo says a missing pin can lead to separation of the steering shaft, which will result in complete loss of steering and could lead to a crash.

March 16, 2016

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UPS investing $100 million into CNG trucks and stations

UPS announced today that it will be building 12 compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling stations and adding 380 CNG trucks to its growing fleet of alternative fuel vehicles.

March 15, 2016

UPS announced today its plans to invest $100 million into CNG trucks and stations.

Autonomous Army trucks hitting the highway in June

The U.S. Army is extending its autonomous truck tests to a public highway in Michigan in June.

March 14, 2016

The Army will be testing its autonomous trucks for the first time on a public road with civilian vehicles in June. The autonomous Army trucks above were used in a test conducted at a Department of Energy site in 2014.

Custer Products compact light shines bright

A new compact LED work light from Custer Products shines bright at 1,260 lumens.

March 14, 2016

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American Eagle introduces new aluminum drawer system

American Eagle's new heavy-duty aluminum drawer system is 41 percent lighter than its steel counterpart.

March 14, 2016

American Eagle recently introduced a new series of heavy-duty aluminum drawer systems.

Matheson Trucking acquires 37 natural gas trucks

Matheson Trucking in Sacramento, Calif. reported today that it's added 37 natural gas trucks to its postal services division.

March 14, 2016

Matheson Trucking reported today it’s added 37 natural gas trucks to its postal delivery fleet.

Research reveals more security risks with telematics

Wired.com published an article Thursday revealing more security risks for telematics devices.

March 11, 2016

A Spanish researcher was able to hack thousands of telematics units. The C4Max by Mobile Devices, shown above, was among the most vulnerable.

NTEA reports on Work Truck Show 2016

NTEA released a report on The Work Truck Show 2016 this week, highlighting the show's activities, latest OEM offerings and record attendance.

March 11, 2016

Ford enhances 2017 van lineup

Ford announced that its enhanced its 2017 van lineup.

March 11, 2016

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Low trade-in values keeping truck buyers out of the market

On a model-by-model basis, the Kenworth T660 started out 2016 in the lead, followed closely by the Volvo VNL 730/780.

March 11, 2016

Reading unveils tailgate storage solution

The Redi-Gate from Reading offers over a cubic foot of storage space inside the tailgate of its Classic II service body.

March 10, 2016

Reading’s new Redi-Gate for its Classic II service body offers over a cubic foot of storage inside the tailgate.

Telogis Navigation optimized for Apple devices

Telogis Navigation recently announced that its popular navigation system has been optimized for Apple devices.

March 9, 2016

Telogis Navigation has been optimized for Apple devices.

Nestle fleet adding 155 autogas trucks

Nestle is adding 155 autogas trucks to its fleet in April.

March 8, 2016

Nestle’s autogas fleet will be joined by an additional 155 propane-fueled trucks next month.

Test drive: Mitsubishi Fuso Canter E-Cell all-electric truck

After racking up 32,000 miles in a year, Mitsubishi Fuso is excited to report that its E-Cell trucks produced a cost savings of 64 percent over a diesel Canter.

March 8, 2016

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Will Werner's $245M FirstFleet buy signal new era of dedicated trucking consolidation?

Werner is betting big on dedicated trucking's $30 billion market. The FirstFleet acquisition could be just the beginning of industry consolidation.

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Former Montgomery Transport trucks, trailers, other assets up for auction

With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

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Pilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 states

Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.

Peninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surcharge

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