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Modern, no-emissions diesel engines gain market penetration
According to a report released this week from the Diesel Technology Forum, about 28 percent of trucks registered in the U.S. employ 2007 or later emissions mitigation technology and output almost no particulate matter.
June 25, 2013
Business
Goodyear boosts tire availability
Steer, drive and trailer tires in the tire manufacturer’s Fuel Max line will be available at TA and Petro locations in July 2013.
June 21, 2013
Business
Mack announces plans for DME-powered trucks
Mack Trucks announced this week it will begin producing dimethyl-ether-powered trucks in 2015, starting with its over-the-road Mack Pinnacle axle-back models.
June 20, 2013
Business
1,340 Peterbilt, Kenworth trucks recalled due to defective ignition switch
The parent company of Kenworth and Peterbilt — Paccar — has issued a recall for several 2014 model trucks for both truck makers, stemming from a defective ignition switch that allows trucks to start when the key is partially in the ignition but not turned.
June 17, 2013
Business
Navistar recalling 7,700 trucks that could have braking issues
Navistar has issued a recall for 7,756 2012 and 2013 year model International ProStar and TransStar trucks for an issue that could cause brakes to not operate.
June 17, 2013
Overdrive Extra
What good are modern trucks if you don’t utilize the features?
What good are the productivity and safety enhancing systems on modern trucks if you don’t use them?
June 12, 2013
Business
Easing into ownership: The successful path to lease-purchase
9 tips to help turn a lease-purchase in your favor.
June 11, 2013
Business
Navistar loses $374 million in second quarter
Navistar International Corporation, manufacturer of International trucks and Navistar engines, reported this week a second quarter net loss of $374 million, a $4.65 per diluted share loss.
June 10, 2013
Voices
Owner-operators: How are CARB rules affecting your business?
With 1996-2004 model-year engines current under DPF retrofit or upgrade requirements and 2005-06 engines coming under the fun in January, this poll looks at owner-operators’ current California strategy.
June 10, 2013
Overdrive Extra
Volvo says run DME
Volvo Trucks North America this week unveiled a “new” alternative fuel for heavy-duty commerical trucks. Here are some technical aspects.
June 7, 2013
Business
Volvo unveils dimethyl ether-powered truck
Volvo unveiled June 6 a new alt fuel option for the North American trucking market — dimethyl either (DME).
June 6, 2013
Business
SEC fines Paccar for accounting, reporting error
PACCAR, parent company of Peterbilt and Kenworth, has been fined by the SEC for an accounting error in reporting its earnings.
June 4, 2013
Business
Infrastructure can’t handle truck size, weight increases, OOIDA says in public session
The Owner-Operator Independent Driver Association spoke against changing truck size and weight limits at a Department of Transportation session to gather public feedback.
June 3, 2013
Channel 19
Surplus parts online at cost or less
The new Surplus-Solutions.com online parts engine is also working to expand its discounted labor rates offering throughout the year.
June 1, 2013
Business
Credit loosening, income rising for owner-operators, says ATBS
Institutional investors are looking for places to put their money, which is good news for owner-operators who’ve been hamstrung by tight credit since the recession.
June 1, 2013
Business
California regulations drive out owner-operators
Owner-operators are being driven out of business and the market value of used trucks has been hijacked by the ever-tightening emissions regulations in California, said a panel this week.
June 1, 2013
Business
Keeping video documentation of your mishaps
A dash cam on display at Great West keeps HD video recording synced with location for insurance if trouble arises.
May 31, 2013
Business
Small fleet owner invents innovative, but simple securement device
Former small fleet owner and flatbed hauler Steve Burroughs introduced at The Great West Truck Show today a product that he says is a “no-brainer” and something that he’s hoping becomes standard equipment for flatbed loads. The Cargo Cookie, as he’s dubbed it, is a round, doughnut-shaped device that’s placed under straps to increase load […]
May 30, 2013
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