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Diesel continues plummet, down 22 cents year over
The price of diesel has now fallen every week since Feb. 25, marking nine straight weeks of decline and, now, the lowest diesel price since mid-summer of last year.
April 30, 2013
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Knowing if you’re ready to buy
Assessing net worth relative to your age says more than you think about your ability to purchase a truck and succeed as an owner-operator.
April 30, 2013
Business
Detroit’s automated-manual transmission coming to U.S. market
The Detroit DT12 automated-manual transmission that will be available exclusively in Freightliner Cascadia models equipped with Detroit DD15 engines starting next month.
April 29, 2013
Business
Diesel hits lowest point since August
The national average price for a gallon of diesel fuel fell for the eighth consecutive week to $3.887.
April 25, 2013
Business
Schneider unveils first-ever intermodal tank container for liquids, chemicals
In a move that the carrier says will remove the remove some supply chain inefficiencies, Schneider National Bulk Carriers this week has introduced the first liquid and chemical hauler that can be used for both truck and rail.
April 25, 2013
Business
Free load securement webinar
Columbus McKinnon continues its free webinar series with a 3-part series on chain and rigging safety starting Thursday. The sessions are designed to familiarize drivers with federal regulations, engineering standards, and the safe and proper use of chain and rigging products. Register online for part one of the series. Part 1: CHAIN INSPECTION Thursday, April […]
April 24, 2013
Equipment
Mack introduces transmission fluid
Mack Trucks has introduced the Bulldog mDrive Transmission Fluid SAE 75W-80, for its mDrive automated manual transmission. The fully synthetic, heavy-duty transmission lubricant is available for all applications and is formulated to meet the exacting Transmission Fluid 97318 specification. The fluid is available in five-gallon pails and four one-gallon jugs. Features include a high viscosity […]
April 22, 2013
Gear
Pickup-and-delivery tire
Goodyear’s G661 HSA 19.5-inch pickup-and-delivery tire is designed to deliver long miles to removal and scrub resistance. Features include: • A multicompound layered tread construction to help extend tread life • Up to 18/32nds tread depth • A high-scrub
April 18, 2013
Business
Navistar gets EPA approval for 13-liter engine, names COO
The 13-liter MaxxForce engine equipped with Cummins aftertreatment has been certified as EPA compliant.
April 17, 2013
Business
Shell, TA team up to build nationwide natural gas network
Up to 100 existing TravelCenters of America and Petro Shopping Centers sites will soon be receiving at least two liquified natural gas fueling lanes, per the agreement.
April 16, 2013
Business
Navistar brings back International 9900i with Cummins ISX15
The International 9900i and the PayStar 5900 SBA models are back, Navistar announced this week at the ExpoCam show in Montreal.
April 11, 2013
Business
Lawsuits accuse Navistar execs of inflating stock price, violating SEC law
A lawsuit brought against the truck and engine maker alleges that top officers inflated the company’s stock price and sold personal shares for millions of dollars when the stock was at its peak.
April 9, 2013
Business
Navistar sued for allegedly misleading shareholders
Three separate lawsuits have been filed against Navistar alleging the company misled shareholders during its time pursuing an EGR-only approach to meeting emissions regs.
April 8, 2013
Business
Voting opens for Overdrive’s Most Beautiful contest
An Iraqi war veteran, a cancer survivor and a former police officer are among the nearly 80 smart, tough, independent women who have entered Overdrive’s Most Beautiful contest.
April 5, 2013
Business
MHC Kenworth opens new Topeka location
MHC Kenworth has opened a new dealership in Topeka, Kan. The building, designed with green technology, is located off Interstate 70, at 209 MacVicar Avenue. The 35,000-square- foot facility hosts energy-efficient geothermal temperature control features, as well as translucent hollow-core overhead doors in the service department to allow natural light into the building and provide […]
April 4, 2013
Business
XTRA Lease 2013 Size and Weight Guide now available
The 2013 Size & Weight Guide is now available from XTRA Lease, containing state-by-state listings of size and weight regulations. Fleets and owner-operators can download a digital version or request that a booklet version be mailed. The 30-page booklet offers details for where to register for fuel use tax and order IFTA trip permits, register […]
April 3, 2013
Business
Allstate Peterbilt opens N.D. location
Allstate Peterbilt announced the opening of its parts-only location in Grand Forks, N.D. The location boasts a huge inventory of OEM and aftermarket parts for medium and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Free local parts delivery is available. The 7,000 square-foot store is located off I-29 at 3805 Gateway Drive and is open Monday through Friday […]
April 3, 2013
Business
Diesel drops below $4 for first time since January
For the first time since mid-January, the national average retail price for a gallon of diesel fuel was below $4 a gallon.
April 2, 2013
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