Equipment

Despite higher trailer orders for October, net numbers down from 2015

COLUMBUS, Ind. – Act Research says new and net trailer orders increased in October compared to the month prior, but still lag behind last October’s mark by a wide margin.

New engine oils coming Dec. 1

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The new CK-4 and FA-4 categories of heavy-duty engine oils are coming to the market Dec. 1, reminds the American Petroleum Institute (API). “Dec. 1 is an…

“Unusually high” level of cancellations drives down Class 8 orders

COLUMBUS, Ind. – A high cancellation rate kept Class 8 truck orders low in October, at 13,907 units, according to the latest data from ACT Research. “The driving factor behind…

Kenworth introduces certified pre-owned truck program

KIRKLAND, Wash. – Kenworth has announced the introduction of a certified pre-owned program, which will be offered by Kenworth dealers and Paccar Financial Used Truck Centers. The program allows customers…

Kalmar Ottawa from Tallman Truck Centre

Kalmar Ottawa terminal tractors are the best trailer moving solutions for warehouse and distribution operations, ports, and rail terminals in North America. Tallman Truck Centre offers the complete line of…

Investing in active safety systems pays

I recently had the chance to drive trucks equipped with the latest active safety systems, including a new Cascadia with the most recent Detroit Assurance and a Volvo VNL with…

Tailwind announces all-in-one Internet-centric software

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Tailwind Transportation Software has released its all-in-one Trucking and Freight Broker software, built to help small to medium sized trucking companies and freight brokerages compete more effectively.

CVSA releases Operation Airbrake results

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A total of 13.2% of inspections conducted during Operation Airbrake resulted in vehicles being placed out of service due to brake violations, while another 14.8% were sidelined…

Trailer orders up in October, but still off last year’s pace

COLUMBUS, Ind. – Preliminary trailer orders for October totaled 21,050 units, up from September but down from last year, according to ACT Research. “Net trailer orders rebounded strongly in October,…

AssetWorks offers Driver Coaching to help improve skills

CALGARY, Alta. – If you’re looking for real time notifications to help improve your driving skills, AssetWorks has released Driver Coaching to do just that. Part of its field service…

Great Dane recognizes top suppliers

SAVANNAH, Ga. – Great Dane recently hosted its second annual Supplier Summit, recognizing some of its top suppliers. “The strong performance of suppliers helps Great Dane maintain its position as…

Cervus Equipment opens new Ottawa location

OTTAWA, Ont. – Cervus Equipment has opened a new dealership in Ottawa. “We’re excited to open our doors in Ottawa and deliver exceptional end-to-end truck services,” said Gara Hay, general…

Mack brings telematics to LR model refuse truck

TORONTO, Ont. – Mack Truck has brought its GuardDog Connect telematics platform to its LR model refuse truck. The system is now available across the entire line of Mack Trucks.

Mack, Volvo Uptime Centers seeing impressive benefits

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Mack and Volvo have received an award for their Certified Uptime Center training programs. The companies received a Brandon Hall Group gold award for Best Learning Program…

PacLease trucks now part of Peterbilt Red Oval program

DENTON, Texas – Peterbilt has announced its Red Oval certified pre-owned truck program has been expanded to include PacLease trucks with the complimentary Red Oval Assurance Warranty. It provides engine…