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Business
Appeals court upholds dismissal of CCTA lawsuit against CARB regs
According to Joe Rajkovacz, CCTA government affairs director, further action is under way: “We will appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.”
March 5, 2015
Equipment
Goodyear launches fuel-efficient steer tire, new service app
Goodyear has launched a fuel-efficient long haul steer, the Fuel Max LHS, and a smartphone app that streamlines roadside service.
March 4, 2015
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Changing Gear: Updates from Kenworth, Peterbilt, Minimizer
If you’re a card-carrying member of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, Kenworth Truck Co. has a deal for you. The truck maker is offering a $1,000 rebate on qualifying purchases of new sleeper trucks to OOIDA members during 2015. Eligible trucks include the T660, T800, T880, W900 and the aerodynamic T680 with a 52-inch or […]
March 4, 2015
Business
Navistar International sees financial gains, posts $42M loss in first quarter
Navistar International reported March 3 a $42 million net loss for the first quarter of the 2015 fiscal year — big gains from the company’s $248 million loss in 2014’s first quarter and its $619 million net loss for the 2014 fiscal year.
March 3, 2015
Business
Diesel heading back toward $3 mark in latest weekly increase
The U.S. at-pump average has now climbed 10.6 cents a gallon since it began its upswing in mid-February.
March 3, 2015
Business
Extended Kenworth warranties available
A 3-year/300,000-mile basic vehicle extended warranty is available for U.S. customers who purchase new Kenworth Class 8 factory trucks financed through Paccar Financial. Also, a 2-year/200,000-mile basic vehicle extended warranty is available for new Class 5-7 factory trucks financed through Paccar Financial. The Class 5-7 offer is available on qualifying financed no later than Dec. […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Webasto’s SmarTemp control available on Cascadias
Webasto Thermo & Comfort North America announced that Freightliner Cascadia and Cascadia Evolution trucks can be spec’d equipped with Webasto’s digital SmarTemp Control, designed to work exclusively with the company’s Air Top 2000 ST bunk air heater. Starting March 2, customers can order the Cascadia and Cascadia Evolution with Webasto’s Air Top 2000 ST and […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Mac to feature truckers’ health program at MATS
Mac Trailer announced it will help sponsor the Walk A Mile America Foundation’s new program, Truck Drivers Health.org. Barry Pawelek, the foundation’s founder, will discuss his experiences as a retired truck driver at the Mid-America Trucking Show, March 26-28 in Louisville, Ky. The Walk A Mile America Foundation develops health programs through experience, and Pawelek’s […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Dayton Freight Lines recognized by Navistar
Dayton Freight Lines announced its selection as a recipient of Navistar’s Diamond Supplier Award. The Dayton, Ohio-based regional less-than-truckload company was one of 26 top-performing suppliers recognized by Navistar out of more than 1,200 worldwide suppliers. The Diamond group exceeded the company’s performance expectations for quality, delivery, technology and cost. This is the fourth time […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Changing Gear: News from PressureGuard, Road Choice, Silver Eagle
It’s no fun having a flat tire, but one company is making it easier to find ways to avoid them. PressureGuard Tire Inflation Systems recently launched its revamped website at www.pressureguard.com with user-friendly navigation designed to provide quicker and more intuitive access. The company says the website now is optimized for smartphones to help build […]
February 25, 2015
Business
Diesel inches upward again in third consecutive weekly increase
The national average price, however, is still down $1.117 from the same week last year, and the DOE still projects the U.S. diesel price to average $2.83 in 2015.
February 24, 2015
Business
TMC news roundup: Cummins and Eaton further partnership, Michelin introduces tire monitoring program and more
The 2015 Technology and Maintenance Council was held last week in Nashville, Tenn., where industry manufacturers like Cummins, Michelin, Meritor, Dana and others made announcements about new products or services.
February 23, 2015
Business
DumpTruckLoads.com board launches
A new construction industry start-up from Pennsylvania has launched a dump-truck-specific load board as an online service, accessible from both desktop and mobile browsers, that enables members to find trucks or loads. Dump truck owners can receive real-time load notifications via e-mail and text message from DumpTruckLoads.com, allowing them to work with contractors outside of their network […]
February 20, 2015
Business
Diesel still projected to average less than $3 in 2015
In the January issue of its STEO report, the DOE forecasts the price of diesel will average $2.83 a gallon in 2015 — 2 cents lower than its projection in the January report and 3.5 cents lower than the average in the most recent week.
February 19, 2015
Business
Changing Gear: Updates from Truck-Lite, Peterbilt, Ryder
Things are starting to look even brighter at Falconer, N.Y.-based truck lighting supplier Truck-Lite Co., which recently acquired another LED lighting manufacturer, Rigid Industries, a Phoenix-based company that targets the offroad, powersport, agricultural, marine, industrial and mining markets. The acquisition positions both of the lighting providers for future growth, according to executives for both companies. […]
February 18, 2015
Business
Diesel price rises for second straight week
The U.S. average diesel price rose for the second consecutive week for the first time since June 2014.
February 17, 2015
Gear
Cooper’s drop-deck trailer tire
Cooper’s Roadmaster RM272 tire for drop-deck trailers features a tread and compounding designed to provide improved treadwear and protection against cutting and chipping. With a 16/32-inch tread depth, the tire is available in size 255/70R22.5 in load ran
February 17, 2015
Electronic Logging Devices
E-log, speed limiter mandates delayed, DOT says in latest regulatory report
The DOT has pushed back projected publication dates for several major trucking regulations expected this year, according to its monthly rulemakings report. Here are the dates the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration expects to publish each.
February 16, 2015
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