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XE13 powertrain package named top innovation
The Volvo XE13 powertrain package has been named 2011’s Top Industry Innovation by the Truck Writers of North America. Named the most significant technical innovation, the package boosts fuel efficiency by 3 percent through a process referred to as downspeeding. Features include a Volvo D13 engine with 425-455 horsepower rating and 1750 lb.-ft. of torque, […]
February 22, 2012
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British TV show features female hauliers…
The new Mother Truckers TV show on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom pitches in its intro a looming takeover of the industry there by drivers of the female sex — as one reviewer put it, however, that only works if 2 percent of drivers being women qualifies as looming takeover. Nonetheless, the fact that […]
February 22, 2012
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EOBR session planned
The FMCSA has scheduled a listening session for the trucking show in Louisville, Ky., in March.
February 22, 2012
Business
TransCore: January spot market rates up over year
North American Freight index rose 5 percent in January compared with January 2011 and dropped 8 percent from December.
February 22, 2012
Business
National diesel price climbs
It was the sixth increase in the last seven weeks, during which the diesel price has risen 17.7 cents.
February 22, 2012
Business
Freightliner celebrates 70th anniversary
The site provides a look at Freightliner’s legacy of innovation with a detailed timeline.
February 22, 2012
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Business
Rebates available on anti-idling equipment in STEP program
An ongoing electrification project still has funds to give rebates on anti-idling equipment for owner-operators of on medium- and heavy-duty trucks and fleets, executives with Shorepower Technologies and Eugene, Ore.-based nonprofit Cascade Sierra Solutions said of the so-called STEP program. Of the $10 million total allotment, nearly three-fourths in rebates are still available for battery-powered […]
February 21, 2012
Business
Pilot plaza opens in Ontario
A new travel plaza has opened in Lancaster, Ontario, at 20382 Old Highway 2, on exit 814 off Highway 401, the Pilot Flying J franchise says. The 13,000-square-foot travel center features high-speed 10 diesel islands along with diesel exhaust fluid at the pump. Dining options include Denny’s restaurant and a hot food deli. Other services […]
February 21, 2012
Business
I-405 lanes to close in Orange County
Southbound lanes of I-405 in Orange County, Calif., will be closed Feb. 21-25.
February 21, 2012
Channel 19
Power of good roads?: Indian truckers’ savvy in the sleeper
News flash: According to IBN, a broadcasting network in India, that nation’s drivers have helped stemmed the tide of HIV and AIDS in the country after a process that is making a dent in old stereotypes about long-haul drivers there. “Truckers are savvy about safe sex,” screams the headline of a story posted to IBN’s […]
February 21, 2012
Business
NATSO remembers Chuck Bosselman
The national truckstop organization, NATSO, honored the late Chuck Bosselman with the Hall of Fame award at its annual convention in Las Vegas. Bosselman, chairman of Bosselman Family of Companies, died in January at age 67. He was a second generation business owner. His father Fred opened the first Bosselman truckstop in 1948. Today, the […]
February 21, 2012
Business
Arrow offers warranty program
A 90-day, 25,000-mile warranty is now available on 2005 or newer Class 8 and medium-duty trucks, Kansas City, Mo.-based Arrow Truck Sales announced. The warranty program, ConfidencePlus, offers coverage on the truck’s engine, transmission, rear ends, injectors and fuel pump. On 2008 model year and newer trucks, turbochargers, radiators and ECM modules are covered also. […]
February 21, 2012
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