Magazine / Industry News
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New-Generation Truck Refrigeration Unit from Carrier Transicold Boasts “Supra” Powers
ATLANTA, GA… The Supra® S6 new-generation truck refrigeration unit from Carrier Transicold combines improved performance, efficiency and reliability with a contemporary new design, making it a welcome addition to fleets that deliver food, pharmace... -
New Product Test Results for Better Diesel™ FBC (Fuel Borne Catalyst)
Better Diesel™ FBC launched one year ago in April of 2018. Since then the feedback from our customers has been uniformly positive. Better Diesel FBC increases the thermal efficiency of ANY diesel engine by improving fuel combustion directly. Thi... -
Peterbilt Motors Company has expanded its 90-Day Vehicle Assurance Warranty to cover all Peterbilt Red Oval Certified trucks.
The warranty, which is offered and administered through Peterbilt dealers and PACCAR Financial Used Truck Centers, ensures a consistent and industry-leading warranty experience for all purchasers of trucks in the Red Oval program, furthering the Pete... -
Progressive Insurance – Saving You Time And Money
Progressive, the nation’s #1 truck insurer, has introduced new products that save their customers time and money. Progressive’s new phone app allows customers to pay their premium, get instant proof of insurance and even file a claim. For minor... -
Shea Trucking and Repair At Your Service
CLINTONVILLE, PA…. Shea Trucking and Repair recently opened its doors to serve truckers on I-80 in Western Pennsylvania. Conveniently located ½ mile off I-80 Exit 35 on Rt. 208 wet of Clintonville, PA, the company offers major and minor repairs f... -
Smart Powered Ultracapacitor-based 24V uSTART available soon for Heavy Equipment
Oneonta, NY… – Ioxus, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of ultracapacitors and energy storage products, announced today that the 24V uSTART® battery support system is now being offered as the heavy equipment industry’s only drop-in r... -
Tarpstop Expands into North Jackson with Fourth Location
Tarpstop, a Toledo-based tarpaulin & load covering company for the trucking industry, will be hosting a grand opening at the newest location in North Jackson, Ohio on May 23rd. This newest location is meant to make Tarpstop more accessible to their c... -
Tech On-Site Mobile Maintenance Answers Industry Need
WESTLAKE, OH… TravelCenters of America LLC (“TravelCenters”) answers the call to provide more comprehensive heavy truck maintenance and repair services for fleet equipment that is idle with TechOn-SITE™. Trucks today are more complex than ev... -
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 ...