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Air conditioning compressors

In an expanded line, air conditioning compressors come equipped with double end-capped PAC oil and anti-wear additive and are available for all makes and models of class 6-8 vehicles. The drop-in replacement parts were tested to original equipment specifications for the heavy-duty truck market, the company says.      Visit www.alliancebrandparts.com for a list of […]

May 12, 2010

Business

Ferro: Many ways to cut fatigue in crashes

Administrator said reduced fatigue could be accomplished through research, programs, events, education, and targeted outreach and intervention.

May 12, 2010

Business

Cross-border trucking proposal coming

DOT Secretary Ray LaHood said a cross-border trucking program plan with Mexico would be announced “closer than soon.”

May 12, 2010

Business

Firm forecasts growing truck demand in 2011

A growing economy and tight capacity in the truckload sector could produce significant demand for new equipment, said ACT Research.

May 11, 2010

Business

Onboard scales

The handheld TruckWeight onboard scale can read the weight of your trailer from up to 100 feet from your rig, according to the company. A wireless sensor is attached to every axle group and is accurate to within 1 percent of gross vehicle weight, the company says.  Smartscale Technologies Inc., (877) 757-7888.

May 11, 2010

Business

FMCSA starts driver pre-employment program

The program allows carriers the option of accessing driver inspection and crash records before hiring.

May 11, 2010

Business

Kansas offers grant money

Truck owners may be eligible for funds to buy truck equipment for reducing diesel emissions.

May 11, 2010

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Connecticut passes snow removal bill

Truck drivers operating in Connecticut could face $75 fines for not removing snow and ice from their vehicles — and fines up to $1,250 if ice or snow flies off and causes damage or injury, under a measure passed this week by state lawmakers. Gov. Jodi Rell is expected to sign the bill, which would […]

May 11, 2010

Business

Report: Intermodal hits record high

Both total intermodal movements and movements of domestic intermodal equipment reached new market share highs in first quarter.

May 11, 2010

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DOT seeks comment on transportation plan

The U.S. Department of Transportation is seeking public comment to help finalize a new strategic plan that returns the focus of transportation decisions to the people who use the transportation systems and their communities. The plan, “Transportation for a New Generation,” helps set the priorities of the department and offers a blueprint for providing the […]

May 11, 2010

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Three sentenced for fatal crash

Victor Kalinitichll, Valerjis Belovs and Joseph Jadczak Jr. were sentenced April 26 in Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas in Norristown, Pa., on charges related to an accident in which one person died and five others were seriously injured when a commercial vehicle operated by Belovs drove into stopped traffic. Kalinitichll was sentenced to 23 […]

May 11, 2010

Partners in Business

PIB TIP:  PLAN YOUR TRIP IN ADVANCE. Plan your tri

PIB TIP:  PLAN YOUR TRIP IN ADVANCE. Plan your trip and work out the timing in advance to get the most from your time. Ask for directions to every stop, or use mapping software such as Rand McNally’s Route Tools, ProMiles software or the website www.truckpilot.com. The Partners in Business program is produced by Overdrive […]

May 11, 2010