Magazine / Industry News
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They Call It “Happer”
WEST MIDDLESEX, PA… Maybe you have seen “Happer” at a truck show, lighting up the night sky with flames shooting from its stacks. “Happer”, the 1996 Kenworth W900L is named after Hap Jones. Hap raced professionally, many times up to 6 nig... -
Top 5 Reasons Independent Contractors Partner with PGT Trucking
With a passion for helping Independent Contractors follow their dreams of successful business ownership, PGT Trucking is committed to supporting drivers with the top resources, a vast freight network and more than 38 years of experience. Here are th... -
Truck Hero, Inc. Announces Strategic Acquisition of Lund International
ANN ARBOR, MI… Truck Hero, Inc. (“Truck Hero” or the “Company”) has announced the strategic acquisition of Lund International Holding Company (“Lund”), a portfolio company of Highlander Partners, LP. Lund, based in Buford, Georgia, i... -
Wilson Electronics Announces Most Powerful Vehicular Cellular Signal Booster on the Market - The Drive Reach
ST. GEORGE, UT… Wilson Electronics, the industry leader in cellular boosting technology, has announced the launch of the weBoost Drive Reach, a powerful in-vehicle cellular signal booster designed to provide solid cellular connectivity in cars, tru... -
Women In Trucking Announces its 2019 April Member of the Month
Plover, WI… Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced has announced Bonnie Neal as its 2019 April Member of the Month. The 76-year-old is currently driving part time in Oregon. Bonnie has been in trucks since she was 10 years old, riding w... -
ASA Electronics® Adds New Camera to Voyager® Offerings
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Cooper Tire Launches PRO Series™ LHS Steer Tire
FINDLAY, OH… Cooper Tire has launched a new long haul steer (LHS) tire as part of its Cooper® PRO Series™ product line. The tire joins the Cooper PRO Series long haul drive tire introduced last year. The new steer tire will initially be availab... -
Dan Girouard Honored as Smith Transport’s 2018 Driver of the Year
ROARING SPRING, PA…. Professional Truck Driver Dan Girouard, Smith Transport’s 2018 Driver of the Year, was honored at a ceremony at Smith’s corporate office in Roaring Spring on March 22nd. Dan has been in the running for Driver of the Year ... -
Goodyear Recognizes Highway Hero Paul Mathias
AKRON, OH… Paul Mathias, a truck driver who stepped in to help a family when their SUV was struck by another vehicle, recently accepted the Goodyear Highway Hero Award.Mathias, a U.S. military veteran, had just stopped his truck at a red light in P... -
In His Own Words: How Justin Shea Grew His Business Through Partnership With PGT Trucking
For those with an entrepreneurial spirit, driving as an Independent Contractor opens doors. Justin Shea spent ten years on the road driving as an Independent Contractor for PGT Trucking, and more recently has taken advantage of new business opportun... -
Kenworth Adds Two New Ratings for PACCAR MX-13 Engine
KIRKLAND, WA… Kenworth has added two new ratings for the 12.9-liter PACCAR MX-13 engine available for the Kenworth T680, T880 and W990. The PACCAR MX-13 engine brings efficiency and flexibility together into one, high-performance solution. The f... -
Magnum Trailer & Equipment Introduces New Moose Bumper for Kenworth W990L
Abbotsford, BC… Magnum Trailer & Equipment Inc, a manufacturer and service provider for heavy duty trucks and trailers, is adding to its Kenworth line of front end protection with the new Texas Titan Four Post Moose Bumper built for the Kenworth ... -
Shell Lubricants Introduces Shell Rotella® T6 15W-40 Full Synthetic Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine
Shell Rotella® T6 15W-40 full synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil has been introduced to provide the performance expected from a full synthetic engine oil in the viscosity grade drivers of trucks have historically preferred and trusted. The oil ... -
TA/Petro Raises Funds For TAT
LOUISVILLE, KY… TA/Petro is the first travel plaza chain to raise funds to benefit Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT). The organization builds awareness and provides a hotline to combat human trafficking. Because Professional Truck Drives are ever... -
TA/Petro’s 2019 Citizen Driver Awards
LOUISVILLE, KY… The 2019 Citizen Driver Awards was hosted by TA/Petro at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show, held in Louisville, Kentucky. The awards ceremony featured a luncheon and musical entertainment by Lindsey Lawler and Chris Roberts. ... -
Tri-State Trailer Sales / TSTL Adds Trailers For Charities To Their Rental & Leasing Fleet
NEVILLE ISLAND, PA…. Tri-State Trailers Sales/TSTL, a premier trailer dealer in Pennsylvania and Ohio, is adding Rental and Leasing trailers with special graphics depicting various non-profit charities. The trailers will be added into TSTL (Tri... -
Trivista Companies, Inc. Earns Prestigious Presidential Award
DES MOINES, IA… Trivista Companies, Inc., a Midwest regional International Truck commercial dealership group, has received the prestigious International Truck Presidential Award. The Presidential Award, introduced in 2018, honors the top 7 percent ... -
UFO Cloud Lock and Vehicle Security System From National Fleet Products Is First to Use App for Remote Access
BUFFALO, MN… National Fleet Products, a leading North American supplier of cargo lifting equipment, loading ramps and other aftermarket accessories for commercial vehicles, announced that it will be introducing the new remote-access UFO Cloud Lock... -
XPO Logistics Expands Free Benefits For New Parents And Expectant Mothers
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37th Annual Shell Rotella® SuperRigs® to be held at Trails Travel Center in Albert Lea, Minn.
The 37th Annual Shell Rotella® SuperRigs® will be held July 25-27 at Trail’sTravel Center which is located right off Interstate 35 in Albert Lea, Minn. Contestants and attendees will be able to see the hardest working trucks in the industry and e...