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Double Coin launches fleet program

Double Coin Tires and CMA has launched the company’s new Smart Money Fleet Program for national fleet accounts. Double Coin’s Smart Money Fleet Program allows medium and large-sized fleets to purchase high-quality and competitively priced Double Coin TBR and ROTR products at over 1,000 points of sale locations across North America through the Smart Money […]

November 15, 2013

75 tips to save fuel

With the “new norm” cost of diesel near $4 per gallon, fleets should be looking at every possible opportunity to lower fuel consumption. Like no other time in the trucking industry, every drop counts. The difference between 6 and 7 mpg on a power unit operating 120,000 miles annually is nearly $12,000. Multiply that for […]

November 14, 2013

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The new Volvo Trucks configurator

Volvo Trucks North America

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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The new Volvo Trucks configurator

Volvo Trucks introduces I-Shift transmission to the Mexican market

Volvo Trucks North America introduced the I-Shift automated manual transmission to the Mexican truck market at the Expo Transporte 2013 in Guadalajara, Mexico. The I-Shift, which has been available in the United States and Canada since 2007 and standard on Volvo trucks as of this year, has been tested by a handful of Mexican fleets […]

November 13, 2013

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Eaton announces Roadranger used truck program

Power management company Eaton today announced a new Roadranger used truck program for the North American Class 6, 7 and 8 truck markets that features extended warranty options available for up to eight years and 1 million miles on transmissions, and up to five years and 500,000 miles on clutch components. The program consists of […]

November 13, 2013

Reading Truck Body details price increase next year

Reading Truck Body announced it will institute a modest price increase for 2014, the first increase in two years. The changes will go into effect beginning January 1, 2014. Any orders and quote requests accepted prior to that date will be priced at 2013 rates. The company noted that the primary factors leading to the […]

November 13, 2013

Chevron helps Nashville fleet reach 70,000 mile drain intervals

Chevron Products Company, maker of the Delo brand of engine oils, lubricants and coolants, released a case study demonstrating the performance of Delo lubricants for R.E. West Transportation. According to Chevron,tThe Nashville, Tennessee-based company was able to safely achieve 70,000 mile drain intervals* – an increase of 20,000 miles over the OEM recommendation – due […]

November 13, 2013

WORK TRUCK WHOOPS: Heads up

This video should have ended a lot more tragically that what it apparently did. That the worker in the bucket is anything but dead is nothing short of incredible. [youtube RL3RKebhL24 nolink] The bus driver should have his license revoked for life. There’s really no excuse for driving like that when workers are obviously present.

November 13, 2013

Partnership develops solar powered liftgate battery charger

Anthony Liftgates, Inc. and eNow, Inc. have formed a partnership to develop a solar power liftgate battery charging option. “We are pleased to be able to offer Anthony Liftgates customers this solar innovation to enhance performance and improve bottom line,” says Tom Walker, president, Anthony Liftgates. The 100-watt eCharge Solar Battery Charger is easily installed on […]

November 13, 2013

SAF-Holland air suspension added as option on Pete vocational trucks

SAF-Holland says its Neway ADZ Rear Air Suspension is now a published option on Peterbilt vocational trucks. The company says its ADZ is designed to outperform in heavy-duty and severe-duty vocational environments, making it an ideal match for rugged Peterbilt vocational trucks. “The Neway brand is known industry wide for building truck suspensions that are built for […]

November 13, 2013

Medium-duty used truck market flat; cabover prices slip

The medium-duty used truck market remains stable, meaning neither buyers nor sellers hold a significantly better hand, according to NADA’s November Commercial Truck Guidelines, published this week.

November 12, 2013

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New fifth wheel catalog from Fontaine

Fontaine Fifth Wheel has released a new catalog that makes it easy for fleet managers to find Navistar-compatible fifth wheels brackets and top plates. “We can now provide potential users with a single source of information for all our Navistar-compatible products,” says Todd Kuipers, key account/marketing manager for Fontaine Fifth Wheel. “There are more than 150 different top plate and […]

November 12, 2013

FONTAINE FIFTH WHEEL CATALOG

Terex announces equipment updates

Terex says it has updated its Hi-Ranger TM100 aerial and General 80 digger derrick. The company says its TM100 telescoping, non-overcenter, material handling aerial is now lighter with a decreased travel height to support installation on standard factory trucks, including 6 x 6 chassis. Weight savings come from new outriggers and revised sub-frame configuration that […]

November 12, 2013

Kinedyne launches Value Alert promotion

Kinedyne announced this week a new Value Alert program, offering limited-time promotions to customers. The first of the promotions includes four free corner protectors in specially marked cartons of Kinedyne winch straps. “Value Alerts are a way for us to thank our existing customers for their continued loyalty as well as showcase a tool or […]

November 12, 2013

Stemco toolkit helps speed tire inflation system installation

Stemco Intelligent Transportation Systems, a provider of commercial vehicle tire inflation systems and tire pressure monitoring systems, released the Aeris Installation Toolkit designed to reduce the time required to install the company’s Aeris tire inflation system. Stemco says the toolkit contains all of the tools needed for axle preparation, which can be the most difficult […]

November 12, 2013

Webb offers brake drums for frequent stopping

Webb Severe Duty offers a lineup of Webb Vortex brake drums for applications such as refuse trucks that are subjected to a higher frequency of braking stops. The drums are designed to help dissipate brake heat and lower the average brake operating temperature, helping to lower lifecycle costs. Six drums are available for 16.5-by-5-inch, 16.5-by-6-inch, […]

November 11, 2013

Michelin debuts off-road XDY-EX Pre-Mold retread tire

Michelin Retread Technologies today announced the launch of the Michelin XDY-EX Pre-Mold retread, a drive position retread built for demanding off-road applications. The XDY-EX retread delivers exceptional durability and is designed for single and tandem axle service in severe applications such as logging, mining and construction. “The Michelin XDY-EX Pre-Mold retread performs in even the […]

November 11, 2013

Kenworth W900L Glider works hard, wins big

For nearly 40 years, Farmers Oil Company of Anthony, Kan., has specialized in hauling liquid petroleum gas products, as well as liquid fertilizers, anhydrous ammonia and many other products throughout the central United States. Along these highways and byways, Farmers Oil trucks get noticed. The company boasts an old school, nostalgic look for its fleet, […]

November 11, 2013

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Fontaine Fifth Wheel issues Navistar-compatible product catalog

Fontaine Fifth Wheel has developed a new catalog that makes it easy for fleet managers to mix and match Navistar-compatible brackets and top plates to create the perfect fifth wheels for their needs. Print and electronic versions of the catalog are available now from Fontaine and Fontaine Parts Connection dealers. “We can now provide potential […]

November 11, 2013

Fontaine Navistar Catalog Sample[1]

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NMFTA warns of Chinese components in trucking technology

The trucking industry's expanded digitization increases its potential for cybercrime, and China could be a key threat to the U.S. via technology in transportation.

Headquartered in Ohio, Kandel Transport Inc. is a regional carrier specializing in temperature-controlled food transport.

Kandel Transport acquired by Nagle Companies

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Marten Transport CEO stepping down, Randy Marten to return

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U.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck drivers

Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.

Cargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.

Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America

View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.

In House or Outsourced Maintenance

The decision between bringing fleet maintenance in-house versus outsourcing is a pivotal one that could significantly affect your operations.