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Goodyear introduces single-axle drive and 6×2 tire

Goodyear’s SmartWay-verified G572 1AD truck tire for single-axle drive and 6×2 applications is engineered for high-torque applications and features the company’s proprietary Fuel Max Technology, which includes fuel-saving compounds and advanced design technology to help promote energy efficiency and fuel economy. The G572 1AD’s highly-siped center rib and lateral grooves help enhance all-season traction, while […]

November 4, 2013

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Mack works with environmental group to reduce energy use

Mack Trucks continues to work toward developing new ways to save energy at its Macungie Cab & Vehicle Assembly facility in Macungie, Pa. For the third consecutive year, Macungie hired an Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Climate Corps fellow, who worked to identify energy-saving opportunities and to develop a customized energy efficiency investment plan. “Working with […]

November 4, 2013

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The new Volvo Trucks configurator

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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

Freightliner now offering Meritor WABCO OnLane system

Meritor WABCO announced that its OnLane lane departure warning system, is available for immediate orders as an option on Freightliner Cascadia and Freightliner Cascadia Evolution models. Meritor WABCO’s OnLane, powered with SafeTrak technology by Takata, is a forward-looking, vision-based lane departure warning system designed to monitor road markings and the vehicle’s position in the lane. […]

November 4, 2013

Navistar sells horse trailer business

Navistar has sold its horse trailer manufacturing business, Bison Coach, to Thor Industries Inc. for about $16.7 million in cash the companies confirmed Monday. “We are pleased to welcome Bison Coach to the Thor team,” Bob Martin, Thor president and CEO, said in a statement. “The addition of Bison adds depth in a new specialty […]

November 4, 2013

Enforcement blitz places 2,700 out of service, has all-time OOS low

Of the 20,067 commercial vehicles inspected in the September-held Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Brake Safety Week, 2,714 were placed out of service to produce a 13.5 percent out-of-service rate.

November 4, 2013

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WORK TRUCK WHOOPS: Some times, you’re the windshield…

You know, at lot of our ‘Whoops’ videos come to us from Russia. I guess the driver’s exam is a lot easier over there. [youtube qqDrnR2bWk4 nolink] The driver with the dash cam (who sounds as if he’s rocking out to some easy listening on the radio) gives us a great view of the luckiest […]

November 4, 2013

Fontaine Modification names new vocational operations manager

Nate Eichinger will oversee vocational truck operations for Fontaine Modification, North America’s most comprehensive provider of truck modification services for OEMs, dealers and fleets. As vocational operations manager, Eichinger will direct production and scheduling at all of Fontaine’s vocational truck facilities nationwide. Eichinger joined Fontaine Modification in 2011. He previously served as manager of its […]

November 4, 2013

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US Cargo Control adds to flatbed line

US Cargo Control continues its product expansion initiatives, with several new items to serve its customers in the flatbed trucking industry. Products added include heavy-duty polyester shock cord and coated bungee hooks for creating custom length bungee cords; additional lengths of rubber tarp straps; and multi-purpose EasyKlip grip clips and bungee balls, the company says. […]

November 4, 2013

Meritor updates iPad app

Meritor has released updated content for Meritor Mobile, a sales and service iPad information tool for customers, featuring the company’s complete North American product portfolio. Meritor Mobile has been updated to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of sales and service personnel in the commercial vehicle and industrial sectors. The application includes the following updates: · […]

November 1, 2013

Allentown Science Center showcases hometown Mack Trucks

A Mack Trucks interactive display at the Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown, Pa. is now open, showcasing Mack’s heritage of innovation and educating visitors about the wide variety of careers offered at the company. The “Built Like a Mack Truck” exhibit features a Mack TerraPro Low Entry refuse cab, as well as a touchscreen […]

November 1, 2013

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New mining, waste tire from Bridgestone

Bridgestone has released its rugged V-Steel Super Deep Rock premium radial tire designed for mining and waste operations. The 1* rating is designed for use on rock surfaces found in open pits and quarries, as well as paved surfaces; the 2* rating is suited for underground operations. The tire features an extra-deep tread that helps […]

November 1, 2013

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Utility company’s challenge is keeping up with PM for 2,700 vehicles

Preventive maintenance (PM) is one of the most important keys to keeping trucks on the road. Regardless of the size of your fleet – or the class of your truck – scheduling maintenance can be tricky, especially when you oversee 2,000-plus pieces of various rolling stock. Tom Browne, Fleet Services Region Manager for Alabama Power […]

November 1, 2013

Westport to halt 15-L natural gas engine orders

Westport announced it is halting orders for its 15-liter natural gas engine beginning on November 15. Click here to read Hardworking Trucks’s story on Westport’s decision and its plans for a new HPDI product in the future.

October 31, 2013

Ram Truck celebrates ‘Year of the Farmer’ with $1 million gift to FFA

The Ram Truck brand celebrated its “Year of the Farmer” initiative by presenting FFA with a $1 million donation Thursday. Ram pledged to donate up to $1 million to FFA for views of the “Farmer” video on the Ram Truck brand website. The brand reached the 10-million-view milestone, equating to the $1 million donation, in less than a week.

October 31, 2013

Westport to halt orders for its 15 liter

Westport Chief Executive Officer David Demers said Wednesday the company plans stop taking orders for its 15 liter liquefied natural gas engine in two weeks. “…the current generation of HPDI, which is on the Westport 15 liter engine, we still assemble that in Vancouver using an upfit process as we shift to OEM HPDI products,” he says. […]

October 31, 2013

Volvo gives a boost to its regional haul truck

Volvo Trucks in North America says it is boosting fuel efficiency and payload capacity for regional haul carriers with the introduction of its Optimized Series, now available for order. The series includes eight models equipped with proven fuel- and weight-saving specs. As part of the Optimized Series, Volvo Trucks says it will offer a mid-roof […]

October 31, 2013

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Warner introduces new, more rigid service body

Warner Bodies introduced its Select II service body Tuesday, featuring the new FlushFinish door system. When closed, the doors are entirely flush with the body panels and don’t overlap. Recessed doorjambs, polymer seals, water management systems and drains have all been redesigned for optimal performance, Warner says. Constructed of A60 galvannealed steel, the doors offer 50 percent […]

October 31, 2013

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‘Game film,’ coaching reduce P&D fleet’s accidents

Working with increasingly tight budgets, limited resources and added pressures to drive safely and efficiently, fleets large and small are turning to video technology and analytics to gain better insights and performance measurements on how to improve fleet operations.

October 31, 2013

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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.

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