Bendix Announces Schedule for 2012 Brake Training School
The schedule for Bendix’s 2012 Brake Training School, a three-day course designed for both new and experienced technicians, includes 20 cities in the U.S. and Canada.
Diesel and Gas Prices Drop For First Time in Three Weeks
For the first time in three weeks, average U.S. diesel and gas prices dropped, but only by less than a tenth of a cent for each. The current averages for diesel and gas are $3.848 and $3.389, respectively, down from last week’s $3.854 and $3.391.
Italian trucker dies during protest
A view of the Turin highway is seen during a truckers’ protest against the government’s deregulation plans in Turin January 23, 2012.
Remy Adds Light-Duty Products to Heavy-Duty Distributor Offering
Remy International now offers light-duty commercial vehicle products through its traditional Delco Remy distribution channels.
DOE Projects Reduced Reliance on Foreign Oil
In an annual outlook, the U.S. Department of Energy says increased oil, natural gas and renewable energy production and energy efficiency improvements will reduce U.S. reliance on imported oil and other energy sources.
Government group hopes to cut red tape for Canadian businesses
OTTAWA, Ont. — The Red Tape Commission, a government group working to cut red tape for businesses, has issued its final report: “Cutting Red Tape; Freeing Business to Grow.” [Full Story]
Bendix’s EverSure spring brake enjoys double-digit sales growth
ELYRIA, Ohio — Sales of Bendix’s EverSure spring brake have increased by double digits a year after the product’s introduction, the company announced. [Full Story]
Truckers strike halts Fiat production
Employees work on a new Panda at the Fiat plant in Pomogliano D’Arco – but production has now ground to a halt due to shortages of key components caused by a truckers strike.
Old Dominion Freight Line Launches Self-Moving Service
Old Dominion Freight Line announced OD Household Services, a new self-moving service where consumers only pay for the truck space that they use.
Allison launches new 1350 transmission
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — Allison Transmission has released its 1350 model, a new 1000 Series option with a towing capacity of up to 30,000 lbs. Previously, the maximum Gross Combination Weight approved in the Allison 1000 Series was 26,000 lbs. [Full Story]