Daimler ups medium-duty share
Wider sales of Freightliner, Sterling and other Class 6 and 7 truck and bus chassis in the construction, distribution, utility, and specialized hauling segments helped Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) secure the top slot in terms of U.S. medium-duty market share for 2007...
The need for speed
By Sean Kilcarr, senior editor
While always a key goal, reducing transit times for ground freight shipments is receiving greater emphasis from express and LTL carriers as they seek to gain a competitive advantage over one another....
Old Dominion makes another buy
Old Dominion Freight Lines (ODFL) has attained selected assets from Bob’s Pickup & Delivery of Sidney, MT....
Saving green by going green
By Justin Carretta, online news editor
Being more environmentally conscious has long been heralded as beneficial to the earth, but it can also be beneficial to fleets’ bottom line....
Goodyear Highway Hero finalists announced
The finalists for Goodyear’s 25th annual North America Highway Hero Award have been announced, honoring truck drivers who make unnoticed, life-saving rescues on the job. ...
MTRN announces Mid America guests
The Midnight Trucking Radio Network (MTRN) has announced several special guests will be at their booth during the Mid America Trucking Show in Louisville, March 27 to 29....
Peterbilt hybrids eligible for tax credit
Peterbilt has announced its Model 335 Class 7 and Model 330 Class 6 hybrid electric trucks are eligible for the federal government’s tax credit of up to $12,000 for heavy-duty hybrids purchased in the U.S. ...
Online rating system
“SMC³’s XL technology was designed to apply intelligent rating processes to supply chain management – all within the legacy and best-of-breed technology solutions our customers already have,” said Warren Patterson, SMC³ senior vp of product strategy and development. ...
Driving through the first quarter
By Justin Carretta, online news editor
Times are tough for motor carriers and their drivers this time of year. Not only is trucking in a post-holiday slowdown, but an economic downturn that has led to talk of a recession has made it even harder to find the freight needed to keep trucks moving and drivers busy....
Rush Enterprises releases fourth quarter earnings
Rush Enterprises announced gross revenues of $458.5 million for the fourth quarter of 2007, a 27% decrease from $632.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2006. Net income for the fourth quarter was $12.3 million, $.32 per diluted share, compared to $15.9 million, or $.42 per diluted share of the previous fourth quarter....
Yokohama names new pres & CEO
Yokohama Tire Corp. (YTC) has named Tetsuya Mizoguchi president & CEO effective April 1, 2008, replacing Norio Karashima, who was named managing corporate officer for Yokohama Rubber Company. ...
FedEx shipping through Outlook
Shippers can now connect directly to FedEx Corp.’s transportation services via Microsoft Office Outlook, one of the world’s largest email applications. Using FedEx QuickShip – an add-in that uses web services to provide fast and easy access ...
Crate and Barrel to use Descartes routing software
Descartes Systems Group has announced that retailer Crate and Barrel will use the company’s internet-based On-Demand Routing and Visibility software for approximately 80% of its delivery volume across the U.S....
Kenworth says its hybrids get tax break
Kenworth has announced that buyers of certain Kenworth medium-duty hybrid vehicles in the U.S. are eligible for a tax credit of up to $12,000 thanks to a qualified hybrid motor vehicle credit available from the federal government....
Tagsys names CEO
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) provider Tagsys has named Bill Stuek CEO effective immediately, succeeding Elie Simon, who is leaving the company to pursue other interests....
Hyster rolls out new reach stacker
Hyster Co. has introduced the Yardmaster II reach stacker series, which is designed to support load capacities up to 101,000 lbs. The Yardmaster is equipped with a Cummins 10.8L QSM 11-300 hp engine for an unladen lift speed of 94 feet per minute, the company said....
OPS names vp of sales
Oil Purification Systems (OPS) has named Howie Heaton vp of sales. He will be responsible for spearheading the company’s expansion of the OPS-1 on-board oil refining system into the trucking and heavy machinery industries....
Anthony Liftgates to sell Anteo products
Anthony Liftgates has announced it will be the exclusive sales and distribution network for Anteo products, accessories, and spare parts in the United States and Canada. Three Anteo Tail-Lift models will initially be added to Anthony’s line—Slider or Retractable type, Cantilever type, and Light Commercial type
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Sleep firms link up
Precision Pulmonary Diagnostics (PPD), a firm which specializes in diagnosing and treating sleep apnea in commercial truck drivers, has announced a strategic alliance with sleep diagnostic medical group Avastra Sleep Centers Limited....
Evolution of the box
By Sean Kilcarr, senior editor
The trucking industry is rapidly changing its perspective when it comes to the ubiquitous box that is the dry van trailer. According to Stuart James (pictured), vp-sales for Hyundai Translead, even small changes to a trailer’s interior dimensions can make a world of difference to a carrier’s bottom line and to the ability to extend the expected life cycle of trailers....
Ford recalls vans, SUVs
Ford Motor Co. has announced it will recall over 180,000 vehicles in two separate moves to fix faulty fuel hoses on E-Series vans and some SUVs, as well as door handles on certain SUVs. ...
4Q earnings weak
By Justin Carretta, online news editor
Fourth-quarter earning reports issued by carriers are decidedly poor, reflecting how fleets have been unable to overcome less-than-stellar economic conditions and are struggling to maintain 2006 marks...
Atlas promotes two
Atlas World Group has promoted Glen Dunkerson to vp & COO of Atlas World Group, with Greg Hoover taking over Dunkerson’s former position as president of Atlas Van Lines Inc., the company’s largest subsidiary....
Accuride offers touch release slides
Accuride has introduced the 3832 Touch Release and 3832 Heavy-Duty Touch Release, designed to hold drawers, shelves, or cargo trays closed until activated by touch, the company said.
The Model 3832HDTR requires a force of about 17-19 lbs. to open, and is designed for applications such as fire and rescue vehicles, the company said...
Delo adds coolant
Delo has introduced Nitrite Free Extended Life coolant/antifreeze for on- and off- road heavy-duty equipment and stationary applications.
The coolant/antifreeze has a service life of 600,000 miles, 12,000 hours or six years ...
