Volvo invests in groundbreaking hybrid technology August 1, 2014 STOCKHOLM, Sweden -- Semi-conductor material silicon carbide is one of the hottest substances today in the world of research into hybrid vehicles, says truckmaker Volvo.
PREVENTING VOLTAGE DROP August 1, 2014 The engine is off, the key is off: how long will your truck's batteries hold a charge?
Vancouver trailer firm goes for lion’s share of market August 1, 2014 VANCOUVER -- Lions Gate Trailers of Vancouver has acquired Provincial Trailer Rentals (PTR) and its sister company Contor Terminals of Mississauga, in a move that PTR President Gord Box describes as a natural eastward evolution.
GREASE IT YOURSELF August 1, 2014 Greasing your own truck gives you a good look at the state of your ride.
AIR SYSTEM BASICS August 1, 2014 Air is just as essential as fuel to keep your truck running. Here's how to keep from running out.
Dana names Canadian plants to be boarded up August 1, 2014 TOLEDO, Ohio -- Struggling vehicle components and parts supplier Dana Corp. has disclosed the locations of previously announced plant closures, including two in Canada.
MAKING SENSE OF BRAKE LININGS August 1, 2014 Finding the right replacement brake-lining friction is all about matching the new with the old.
Hendrickson announces Ont. plant layoffs August 1, 2014 STATFORD, Ont. -- A Hendrickson springs facility is the latest casualty of a series of heavy truck plant cutbacks in Ontario.
TROUBLESHOOTING POWER STEERING MALADIES August 1, 2014 From TRW Commercial, a checklist of powersteering problems.
Navistar boss suggests he’ll entertain buyout offers August 1, 2014 CHICAGO -- Navistar International top exec hinted the truck and engine maker may be open to a buyout.
Freightliner to appeal record punitive judgment August 1, 2014 PORTLAND -- Freightliner LLC says it will appeal an $850 million judgment against the Portland, Ore., based truck manufacturer and its parent company, DaimlerChrysler.
Truckmaker to build Freightliner, Sterling trucks in Mexico August 1, 2014 PORTLAND, Ore. -- Freightliner will open its second manufacturing plant in North America's southernmost nation.