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Business
‘Truck of the year’ goes severe-duty, vocational in 2015
ATD’s program this year recognizes these nominees: the International WorkStar 7600, Kenworth T880 with Paccar MX-13 engine and the Peterbilt Model 567.
December 17, 2014
Business
Changing Gear: News from Hogebuilt, Fontaine, Volvo/Mack, Bosch, East, Howes
Ready to turn your boring blah-looking rig into a rolling masterpiece sure to make other drivers green with envy? The fender experts at Hogebuilt have released their 2015 product catalog featuring the company’s comprehensive line of fenders produced with 304 premium mirror-finish stainless steel and 430 midgrade mirror-shine stainless steel. The new catalog features eight […]
December 17, 2014
Custom Rigs
Peterbilt 75th anniversary party brings 351 Petes spanning 9 decades
Held at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds, Peterbilt says the party attracted 351 Peterbilts, which the truck makers bills as “the largest collection of Peterbilt trucks ever assembled.”
December 16, 2014
Gear
Andersen Flaps’ wide-based splash guard
Andersen Flaps’ Eco-flaps aerodynamic splash guard line now includes an 18-inch-wide model that can be paired with wide-based tires. The splash guard’s design helps reduce wind resistance and excessive road spray by redirecting airborne water to the pavem
December 16, 2014
Business
Diesel price sinks nearly 12 cents in biggest drop since Great Recession
The national average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel fell 11.6 cents in the week ended Dec. 15 to $3.419 a gallon, according to the DOE.
December 15, 2014
Equipment
Construction fleet updates with T880s
N.C./S.C.-based Blue Max Trucking operators deliver aggregate, equipment, pre-cast concrete and building supplies for construction projects such as airport runway additions, highway widening projects and stadiums.
December 15, 2014
Business
Calif. finalizes some exemptions, compliance alternatives to emissions regulations
CARB has finalized the compliance alternatives and extension amendments it proposed earlier this year, effectively allowing the owner-operators and small fleet owners who qualify some delays in complying with the state’s emissions regulations.
December 10, 2014
Business
Utility makes Bendix trailer roll stability standard 3000R spec
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. announced the addition of trailer roll stability protection from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems as a standard base specification on its 3000R refrigerated trailer. The Bendix TABS-6 Advanced with Bendix Trailer Roll Stability Program (TRSP) system combines anti-lock braking with trailer sensors and is available in single-channel and optional multi-channel configurations. Utility […]
December 10, 2014
Business
AMG Peterbilt of Columbus opens
AMG Peterbilt of Columbus (Ohio) – a full-service Peterbilt dealership offering new and used truck sales, parts sales and service – opened Dec. 1 and is located in nearby Plain City with access to Interstate 33. The dealership is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The renovated facility previously was operated […]
December 10, 2014
Business
Changing Gear: Health rewind
Since most of you are busy enough trying to manage your own business, it’s likely you occasionally might have missed a few announcements for new products. This week, Overdrive’s “Changing Gear” series takes a look back at some health-related products to help you keep working and running your best. If you’ve ever felt like you’re […]
December 10, 2014
Business
Diesel sees biggest price drop in two years, hits new multi-year low
The national average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel dropped 7 cents in the week ended Dec. 8 to $3.535.
December 8, 2014
Business
Hotshot trucking: How to start
Thinking of starting a hotshot hauling business? Find out what you need to know about establishing authority and spec'ing equipment for hotshot trucking here.
December 5, 2014
Business
International unveils new ProStar ES tractor built for fuel efficiency
Navistar-International introduced Dec. 5 a truck the company says is “the best fuel efficiency package in the industry.”
December 5, 2014
Voices
POLL: Is it time to raise the fuel tax to fund highways?
An Oregon Democrat and a Wisconsin Republican recently joined forces in the House of Representatives to push a 15-cent fuel-tax hike introduced last year.
December 5, 2014
Business
Fender, mudflap hanger supplier Fleetline passes audit
Fleetline Products, a supplier of fenders and mudflap hanger brackets, announced that the company gained its ISO 9001:2008 recertification after passing its annual third-party audit in October. Fleetline said that in order to receive the certification, the company must maintain a quality management system that ensures quality products are made to customer specifications. “We strive […]
December 4, 2014
Business
‘Hotshot on steroids’: Straight Forward Transportation of Ohio
Sue and Kevin Nelson’s 2012 single-drive-axle Freightliner Columbia is Straight Forward Transportation’s “hotshot on steroids,” says Sue Nelson, acquired to augment a business founded the non-dually drive axle of a Ford F250 pickup, still in operation.
December 4, 2014
Custom Rigs
Trucker makes tight turn with extra-long trailer look easy
As noted in the video’s description, the trailer was even equipped with a rear driver.
December 3, 2014
Gear
Goodyear’s wide-base retreads
Goodyear’s fuel-efficient G392A SSD UniCircle and G394A SST UniCircle wide-base retreads are offered with the company’s proprietary UniCircle Technology, which features a uniform and balanced spliceless design that matches the shape of the tire’s casing,
December 3, 2014
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