Equipment Truck writers identify top technical achievements February 22, 2017 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Truck Writers of North America (TWNA) says the top five finalists for its 2016 Technical Achievement Award include engines, a disc brake, a steel wheel and…
Equipment PIT Group adds another US mega-fleet February 21, 2017 ATLANTA, Ga. – PIT Group has welcomed another large US fleet to its roster. C.R. England has joined the organization, which offers unbiased research and testing of fuel-saving technologies and…
Equipment Wabash National invests in composites manufacturing facility February 21, 2017 LITTLE FALLS, Minn. – Wabash National has announced a $3-million investment into a Minnesota manufacturing facility to expand production of molded structural composites (MSC). The investments is part of a…
Equipment Truck orders pick up in January February 21, 2017 COLUMBUS, Ind. – Class 8 order activity reached a 13-month high in January, according to the latest data from ACT Research. Class 8 orders came in at 22,188 units, suggesting…
Equipment January trailer orders higher than expected February 17, 2017 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – FTR indicates that final January net trailer orders were strong at 32,800 units, up 86% year-over-year, but down 4% month-over-month. January was the third consecutive month of…
Equipment Manac takes minority stake in ABS Remorques February 16, 2017 ASBESTOS, Que. – Conveyor semi-trailer manufacturer ABS Remorques has announced that Manac has taken a minority stake in the company. “It is with great pride that we announce this partnership…
Equipment Navistar recognizes top suppliers February 16, 2017 LISLE, Ill. – Navistar has recognized 34 top suppliers with Diamond Supplier Awards. Those recognized represent the top 2% of the company’s supply base, according to the company. “We appreciate…
Equipment US fleets increase equipment buying intentions February 13, 2017 COLUMBUS, Ohio – More US fleets are planning to buy new equipment in the first quarter of this year than last year, according to the latest Fleet Sentiment Survey conducted…
Equipment Western Star turns 50 February 9, 2017 QUEBEC CITY, Que. – Western Star dealers recently gathered in Quebec City for their annual dealer meeting and to mark the truck maker’s 50th anniversary. The company says it will…
Business Management January Class 5-8 orders jump, says ACT February 3, 2017 COLUMBUS, Ind. – ACT Research data has revealed that January’s heavy- and medium-duty truck net orders have risen to a 13-month high at 45,300 units. With a 27% improvement compared…
Freightliner’s new Cascadia in production preview image Equipment Freightliner’s new Cascadia in production February 1, 2017 PORTLAND, Ore. – The brand new Cascadia 126” BBC Day Cab and 72” Raised Roof Sleeper Cab models are on the way. Freightliner Trucks announced today (Feb. 1) that its…
Equipment Tru-Nor Truck Centres now offering Isuzu trucks February 1, 2017 SUDBURY, Ont. – Tru-Nor Truck Centres, a Tallman Group Company, has announced it’s now a full-service Isuzu dealership. It offers a full line of sales, lease, rental, parts and service…
Equipment Tire prices set to increase February 1, 2017 TORONTO, Ont. – Tire prices could be on the upswing due to an increase in the price of raw materials, some manufacturers are warning. Michelin North America announced prices for…
PC-11 and What You Should Know preview image Equipment PC-11 and What You Should Know February 1, 2017 Mobil Delvac’s Stephanie Jaworski explains what fleets can expect from the new engine oil category, PC-11.
Equipment Mid-Ontario Truck Centre named Canada’s top Volvo dealer January 31, 2017 BARRIE, Ont. – Mid-Ontario Truck Centre has been named Volvo Trucks’ 2016 Canadian Dealer of the Year. The North American Dealer of the Year award went to General Truck Sales…
