Truck News

Coming off record year, Volvo predicting “good, but choppy 2012”

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Volvo Trucks is predicting a "good, but choppy 2012," coming on the heels of a banner year for the company, in which it grew its North American Class 8 retail market share nearly three points.

Volvo adds new horsepower rating to XE13 package

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. -- Volvo Trucks has added a 455-hp rating to its XE13 powertrain package, which through a concept dubbed downspeeding, allows the engine to run slower, thus saving fuel.

Meritor renews supply deal with Fras-le

LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- Meritor has announced it has renewed an exclusive five-year pact with Fras-le to supply brake lining for its US and Canadian commercial vehicle markets.

Trailer Wizards sets up shop in Newfoundland

ST. JOHN'S, Nfld. -- Trailer Wizards has opened up shop in St John's, Nfld., having partnered with an existing trailer maintenance and repair shop, Reefer Repair. Officials say the partnership will allow Newfoundland customers to both purchase...

COMPETITION WATCH: Bison wins pair of awards from Walmart Canada

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. -- Bison Transport has won a pair of awards from Walmart Canada: the Overall Store Delivery Carrier of the Year award and the Shining Star Award. Bison was recognized at the Annual Walmart Canada Carrier Awards banquet in...

Freight Wing launches next generation AeroFlex side skirts

SEATTLE, Wash. -- Freight Wing has launched its AeroFlex 2012 side skirts.

US truck tonnage enjoys largest annual increase in 13 years

ARLINGTON, Va. -- US truck tonnage jumped 6.8% in December after rising a modest 0.3% in November, according to the American Trucking Associations.

TransCore’s North American Freight Index records highest December freight volumes since 2005

PORTLAND, Ore -- TransCore's  North American Freight Index in December climbed 11 percent compared to December 2010 on the spot market, marking the second highest freight volume for December since 2005.

Government group hopes to cut red tape for Canadian businesses

OTTAWA, Ont. -- The Red Tape Commission, a government group working to cut red tape for businesses, has issued its final report: "Cutting Red Tape; Freeing Business to Grow."

Bendix’s EverSure spring brake enjoys double-digit sales growth

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Sales of Bendix's EverSure spring brake have increased by double digits a year after the product's introduction, the company announced.

Allison launches new 1350 transmission

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Allison Transmission has released its 1350 model, a new 1000 Series option with a towing capacity of up to 30,000 lbs. Previously, the maximum Gross Combination Weight approved in the Allison 1000 Series was 26,000 lbs.

Cummins promises substantial fuel economy improvements in ISX12

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Cummins has announced its new ISX12 engine will deliver up to 12% better fuel economy than the ISX11.9 it replaces.

Kenworth introduces hands-free communication system

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- In an effort to reduce distracted driving and comply with hands-free calling legislation for drivers in both Canada and the US, Kenworth has announced the introduction of its NavPlus multi-function communication system.

Bendix offering Brake Training Schools in Ontario, Quebec

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Bendix will be offering its comprehensive 2012 Brake Training School three times this year in Canada.

MTI, Marmicmon partner to help B.C. fleets recruit drivers from abroad

CASTLEGAR, B.C. -- With B.C.'s recent decision to open its provincial nominee program (PNP) to long-haul truck drivers, training institution Mountain Transport Institute (MTI) has launched a new program to pre-screen prospective hires before...