Magazine / Industry News
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"DriverFacts DriverPortal System Now Available to All Carriers"
DriverFacts, an online service that makes it possible for trucking companies to securely and efficiently manage commercial drivers’ employment and safety records, recently announced that its DriverPortal is now available to all non-member motor car... -
Alcoa Expands North America Family Of Ultra One™ Wheels With Magnaforce™ Alloy
NASHVILLE, TN… Lightweight, high-performance metals leader Alcoa (NYSE: AA) has expanded its family of the world’s lightest heavy-duty truck wheel, Ultra ONE™ wheel with MagnaForce™ alloy by launching wheel sizes 24.5” x 8.25”, 22.5” x ... -
AMBEST Grand Prize Winner Awarded Motorcycle at Penn Oil
Brentwood, TN… AMBEST, in partnership with Lucas Oil Products is excited to announce the winner of the 2015-16 AMBUCK$ Grand Prize. Steve Johnson is the proud new owner of a Harley Davidson Softail Motorcycle! Mr. Johnson made his lucky AMBUCK... -
"ATAs Share the Road Highway Safety Tour Focuses on Motorcycle Safety"
Arlington, VA… American Trucking Associations and ATA's Share the Road Highway Safety Program are bringing awareness to Motorcycle Safety Month and urging all motorists to be aware of motorcycles while driving down the highway. "Motorcyclists and ... -
Bridgestone Collaborates With Truckers Against Trafficking
NASHVILLE, TN… http://www.bridgestoneamericas.com/ Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced plans to extend its ongoing relationship with http://www.truckersagainsttrafficking.org/ Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT), a non-profit organization t... -
BUILD YOUR OWN MODEL 579 WITH PETERBILT Ipad APP
DENTON, TX… Peterbilt customers and enthusiasts can build their own Model 579 – choosing from a range of specs, colors and configurations – with a new, free app available for iPads through the Apple App Store, Peterbilt Motors Company recently... -
Carrier Transicold Expands Solar Panel Line
ATHENS, GA… Carrier Transicold has expanded its line of Thin Film Flexible Solar Panels designed to help maintain peak performance of transport refrigeration unit (TRU) batteries in a more environmentally sustainable way. Carrier Transicold now of... -
Carrier Transicold Marks 10-Year Anniversary of Vector™ Trailer Platform
LOUISVILLE, KY… Carrier Transicold celebrated the 10th anniversary of the debut of its hybrid diesel-electric Vector™ trailer refrigeration platform in North America at the 2016 Mid-America Trucking Show this week. By coupling a high-performance ... -
Chevron Announces March 2016 Inductees to the Delo Sponsored Million Mile Club
SAN RAMON, CA… Chevron Products Company, a Chevron U.S.A. Inc. division, maker of the Delo® brand of technologically advanced engine oils, lubricants and coolants, announced the eight drivers inducted to the Chevron Delo sponsored Red Eye Radio (f... -
CUMMINS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF INLINE™ 7 SERVICE TOOL
COLUMBUS, IN… Cummins Incannounced the release of INLINE 7, an industry-leading wired and wireless datalink adapter. INLINE 7 is the only adapter offering Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth wireless connectivity while also providing traditional wired functional... -
Cummins Expands Fuel-Efficient Isx15 400-475 Hp Ratings Portfolio To Now Deliver Up To 1850 Lb-Ft Of Torque
NASHVILLE, TN… Cummins Inc. (NYSE-CMI) has Redefined Efficiency once again by releasing three new ISX15 ratings ideal for premium fleets or performance-oriented linehaul applications. The new 475-, 450- and 400- horsepower ratings with 1850 lb-ft o... -
EPA Celebrates SmartWay Affiliates that Support Cleaner Freight
WASHINGTON… The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is honoring seven affiliates for raising awareness about the benefits of sustainable goods movement as part of the 2016 SmartWay Affiliate Challenge. SmartWay affiliates participating in this yea... -
Fleets of All Sizes Can Now Benefit from PrePass Plus Electronic Toll Payment Services
Phoenix, AZ… Fleets of all sizes can now take advantage of the nation’s only one-stop-shop for bypassing and tolls -- PrePass Plus. HELP Inc., the non-profit public/private partnership that provides PrePass® weigh station bypass and other truck ... -
Fyda Freightliner Columbus Expediters Veteran John Lalonde Participates in EO University Q&A Panel
Columbus, OH… John Lalonde has been working at Fyda Freightliner Columbus, Inc. for 20 years, specializing in refrigerated and dry van Expediters. On April 21, 2016 in Knoxville, John shared his expertise with EO University attendees in order to he... -
Fyda Freightliner Now Seeking Diesel Technicians for Brand New Walton, Kentucky Dealership Slated to Open in 2017
Fyda Freightliner Northern Kentucky, Inc. is seeking diesel technician candidates of all levels to join the Fyda team. Immediate openings are available, with training and onboarding to begin at the Cincinnati dealership located on I-275 at Mosteller ... -
Fyda Freightliner Western Star Zanesville Opens New Full Service Dealership
Columbus, OH… Fyda Freightliner Western Star Zanesville opened for business on Monday, May 2 in Zanesville, Ohio. Sitting on 15 acres, the 46,000 sq. ft. full service truck dealership is conveniently located at 5005 East Pike, which is situated on ... -
GCR Tires & Service Announces New Executive Director of Marketing
NASHVILLE, TN… http://Bridgestone.pr-optout.com/Tracking.aspx?Dat... Bridgestone Americas announced that Jon Kimpel has been named Executive Director of Marketing for GCR Tires & Service (GCR), a division of Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations (BA... -
Goodyear Rolls Out New Marathon Line
AKRON, OH… The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has rolled out three tires that will help long haul operations lower their costs by offering more miles to removal. The first products in Goodyear’s new, mid-tier Marathon line, the Marathon LHS, Mara... -
Goodyear Total Solution - Designed To Help Fleets Lower Their Operating Costs
AKRON, OH… The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company showcased their Total Solution at the recent Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS.) The Goodyear Total Solution of trusted products, a nationwide network, reliable services and fleet management tools is desi... -
International Truck Adds Side Roll Protection System For Class 8 Trucks
LISLE, IL… International Truck announced it now offers IMMI’s RollTek® seat as an option on its International® ProStar® Class 8 on-highway trucks. “Our commitment to incorporating the most advanced collision mitigation technology systems ha...