Equipment Chevron still producing CJ-4 engine oil March 23, 2017 Continuing production of previous category engine oil gives fleets more time to transition, company says
Equipment Thermo King expands line of power management products March 23, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Thermo King introduced three new power management tools at the Mid-America Trucking Show. Complementing its existing line of power management products, Thermo King added a boost charger,…
Business Management Bestpass offers program for leased trucks, eyes Canadian expansion March 23, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Bestpass is coming out with a toll management service for leased vehicles. Its leased equipment toll solution (LETS) allows leasing companies to seamlessly rebill the lessee and transfer…
Rand McNally introduces TND 740 truck GPS preview image Equipment Rand McNally introduces TND 740 truck GPS March 23, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rand McNally has announced the launch of a new TND 740 truck-specific GPS, which it says is faster and more powerful than the unit it replaces. The…
Luber-finer introduces new air filter March 23, 2017 PERRYSBURG, Ohio — Luber-finer recently introduced its high-efficiency MXM Nano Tech Air Filters. According to Luber-finer, the new filters deliver an overall efficiency of 99.99% by utilizing nano technology…
Pirelli unveils new product lines March 23, 2017 ROME, Ga. — Pirelli unveiled its new tire line at MATS this week. The company said the new tire solutions are ready to launch in Canada and the US.
Mack gains ground, sees room for further growth preview image Equipment Mack gains ground, sees room for further growth March 23, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Mack Trucks achieved a 1% market share gain in 2016, and the company sees an opportunity to add to that this year. John Walsh, vice-president of global…
Regulations Federal budget pledges improvements to trade and transportation March 23, 2017 OTTAWA, Ont. — Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government unveiled its 2017 federal budget yesterday where it outlined its plan to establish what it calls a trade and transportation corridors initiative. According…
Health & Safety Velociti acquires Rolling Strong March 23, 2017 RIVERSIDE, Mo. — Velociti Inc. announced today that it has acquired Rolling Strong. Thanks to the acquisition, Velociti is rolling out a comprehensive new program that will benefit the health…
TMW.Suite and TruckRight join forces March 23, 2017 BELLEVILLE, Ont. — The TMW Suite (TMS) and TruckRight driver recruiting and rentention system have teamed up to improve workflow for users. According to the companies, through the integration, driver…
Infrastructure STA welcomes highways and infrastructure spending, but concerns remain March 22, 2017 REGINA, Sask. – The Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA) said the provincial government’s announcement today (March 22) that it would allocate $1.1 billion toward highways and infrastructure was a sign of…
Peterbilt grows fleet sales, looks to build on strong 2016 preview image Equipment Peterbilt grows fleet sales, looks to build on strong 2016 March 22, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Peterbilt in 2016 opened 25 new dealerships for the third year in a row and produced more than 36,000 trucks – the fourth highest tally in its…
Kenworth brings deals, product enhancements to MATS preview image Transportation Kenworth brings deals, product enhancements to MATS March 22, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Kenworth achieved its all-time record heavy-duty market share in 2016, at 15.1%, highlighting a strong year for the company. Its market share in the medium-duty segment was…
Bendix gives update on safety system developments preview image Equipment Bendix gives update on safety system developments March 22, 2017 Interest in stability control flatlines, disc brakes and collision mitigation systems on the rise
Equipment Optimism growing for stronger Class 8 truck demand March 22, 2017 LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Truck and component manufacturers at the Mid-America Trucking Show indicated they are increasingly optimistic about the Class 8 truck market in 2017. Joe McAleese, chairman of Bendix,…
