Bridgestone Bandag announces price increase

Feb 11, 2011

Truck and bus radial tire prices have increased 12 percent, Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions announced recently regarding both the Bridgestone and Firestone brands.

Kurt Danielson, the tire maker’s president, says the cost of raw materials and rising energy costs “have made a price increase of this level unavoidable.”

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FMCSA has officially implemented a 2015-published rule that makes the Medical Examiner's Certificate transmission to states electronic.

FMCSA’s electronic medical certification system takes effect -- in most states

Despite staff reductions, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration still has plenty on its plate in the months and years ahead.

FMCSA 'confident' in fraud fight despite buyouts, 7% staff reduction

Among the iconic Kenworths participating in the 4th annual Kenworth Truck Parade in Chillicothe, Ohio, was this 1966 Kenworth W923.

Kenworth celebrates history with 4th annual parade

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When will owner-operators have to compete with truly 'driverless' trucks?

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