Magazine / Industry News
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Carlisle Events Celebrates 47th Season With Its 2020 Schedule of Events
CARLISLE, PA –The 47th season of Carlisle Events commenced on January 17, 2020 and from the time the first guest or vendor walks through the door in Allentown, Pennsylvania until the lights are turned out in Sarasota, Florida in November, Carlisle ... -
In Memoriam – Walter “Pat” Herring 1947-2019
Pat Herring died on December 19, 2019 at the age of 72, doing what he loved most, driving one of his red Marmon trucks.He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia and sons Patrick and Eddie Herring, daughter-in-law Heather and grandchildren Dais... -
JumpSmart – Portable Vehicle Jump Starter/Flashlight/Power Bank with 37000 mWh
*JUMP STARTER The JumpSmart can jump start up to an 8-cylinder, 5.0L engine with ease (up to 2.0L Diesel). Its powerful 37000 mWh high-grade Lithium-Polymer battery is compatible to jump start with most cars, trucks, SUV’s, boats, motorcycles, lawn... -
PA Turnpike Commission to Implement New Special Hauling Permit System for Overweight/Over-Dimensional Vehicles
On Dec. 18, 2019, the PA Turnpike Commission approved a new permit fee structure at cashless tolling points only across our system for overweight/over-dimensional vehicles. Beginning Jan. 5, these vehicles must apply for a Special Hauling Permit and... -
Peterbilt and Dana Announce Collaboration on Electric Truck Powertrain Development
Las Vegas, NV… Peterbilt Motors Company and Dana announced their collaboration on electric powertrain development for Peterbilt Model 220EV battery electric vehicles. The announcement was made in conjunction with CES Las Vegas. Peterbilt will integ... -
PGT Trucking’s ‘Refer More, Make More’ Bonus Program Pays Off For Jose Velazquez
For the second year in a row PGT Trucking has awarded one lucky driver with a brand new vehicle for their driver referral and recruiting efforts.PGT’s Refer More, Make More tiered bonus program allows drivers to make more money with each driver the... -
TA Express® Opens in Kilgore, Texas
WESTLAKE, OH… TravelCenters of America Inc. (TA), nationwide operator of the TA®, Petro Stopping Centers® and TA Express®travel center network, has opened a new TA Express in Kilgore, Texas through a franchise agreement with Gateway of Kilgore, ... -
TBS Family Mourns The Loss Of Patriarch Dennis Kaufman
It is with great sadness and profound gratitude that TBS FACTORING SERVICE, LLC, today bids farewell to Dennis Kaufman, entrepreneur, husband, loving father, friend and philanthropist, who passed away quietly in his sleep on January 6, 2020. He was 7... -
Tom McConnell Retires
PORTERSVILLE, PA… Professional Truck Driver Tom McConnell officially retired on December 31, 2019 after 45 years as a Dump Hauler. Tom worked at John Brown Trucking in Portersville, Pennsylvania his entire driving career. Tom got this 2006 Peter... -
Transervice Honors 50 Year Tradition Of Providing Holidays Gifts To Employees’ Children And Salvation Army
LAKE SUCCESS, NY… Employees of Transervice Logistics Inc., a leading provider of customized fleet maintenance and leasing solutions, wrapped up truckloads of toys to be delivered to their 124 locations across the country to children and grandchildr... -
Women In Trucking Announces The 2020 January Member of the Month
Plover, WI… Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Samantha Johnson as its January 2020 Member of the Month. Johnson is the service manager for Cumberland International Trucks. Johnson grew up in the construction industry, working in a ... -
AMBEST Doubles 2019 Donation to St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
NASHVILLE, TX… For the past four years, AMBEST, a national network of independent truck stop and service centers, has been re-investing in truck drivers’ health and financial security. This year, AMBEST nearly doubled its last year’s donation o... -
Call for Nominations: 2020 Driver of the Year Award
Plover, WI … Women In Trucking Association (WIT) and Walmart are seeking nominations for the inaugural Women In Trucking Female Driver of the Year award. The goal of WIT’s Female Driver of the Year award is to recognize outstanding female profess... -
Carrier Transicold Gift Helps Deliver Perishable Food to Those in Need in Central Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, PA… The gift of an X4™ Series Model 7300 trailer refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold is helping the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank fulfill its vision that “No One Should Be Hungry” in the 27-county region it serves. The uni... -
Daimler Trucks North America Inaugurates 10th Parts Distribution Center
GOODYEAR, AZ… Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) recently held a grand opening for its 10th parts distribution center (PDC), launched earlier this fall. Located just outside of Phoenix, the 268,000 square-foot facility stocks more than 10,000 ... -
Manac Trailers Expands And Announces A New Research And Innovation Center
St-Georges, QC… Manac Trailers, one of North America’s largest specialty semi-trailer manufacturers, announces the grand opening of the Manac Research and Innovation Center. This new space of more than 62 000 sq. ft. will be the headquarters for ... -
Minimizer Introduces Its Largest Tool Box To Date
BLOOMING PRAIRIE, MN… ‘Do you have a bigger tool box?’ is a question Minimizer says is common among end-user customers.“We get it all the time,” Minimizer Director of Marketing Steve Hansen said. “A 36-inch tool box isn’t necessarily bi... -
New Shell Rotella T6 Full Synthetic 0w-40 Engine Oil Provides Protection For Diesels Operating In Cold Climates
Houston, TX… Shell Lubricants is introducing Shell Rotella® T6 Full Synthetic 0W-40 heavy-duty diesel engine oil which is now licensed as API CK-4 service category. The engine oil is designed to meet the needs of advanced engine technologies for b... -
SelecTrucks And Daimler Truck Financial Introduce New Purchase Program For Pre-Owned Freightliner Cascadia Trucks
PORTLAND, OR… SelecTrucks and Daimler Truck Financial announce the introduction of a pre-owned Freightliner Cascadia program offering customers the ability to purchase a late-model Cascadia truck for as little as $1,250 per month, with a 60-day def... -
Special Stewart Transport Kenworth T680 Raises Awareness for Truckers Against Trafficking
PHOENIX, AZ… It takes a high level of motivation, passion and execution to make as big of an impact in the local community and around the country as Don Blake, Inland Kenworth – Phoenix new truck sales manager, continues to make. Blake’s involv...
