Earnings Watch: Landstar, Celadon, C.H. Robinson, Roadrunner
Fleet earnings reported this week so far are varying widely, ranging from record numbers at one carrer to another barely eking out a profit, and one carrier delayed in reporting due to an investigation into its accounting practices. Landstar System Inc…
Ford Relaunches Commercial Vehicle Dealer Program
Ford is launching the Commercial Vehicle Center dealer program that will replace the Business Preferred Network and offer improved service, better parts availability and a new loyalty program, Ford announced. The program is rolling out at 650 of Ford’s more than 3,000 dealers in the U.S. and replaces a program that was heavily used by smaller fleets to set up work trucks and vans.
Daimler to celebrate a century of innovation
PORTLAND, Ore. – Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is set to celebrate a century of innovation with the anniversaries of Freightliner, Detroit, Western Star and Thomas Built Bus brands. Throughout the year, DTNA will be celebrating its legacy as 2017 marks…
Must read: Court nominee’s lively dissent in trucking case
I am not a lawyer but I am a writer, and based on my quick read of a couple of decisions, Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch is wonderful. I just can’t tell whether he’s serious, or a sly and merry prankster.
Freightliner’s new Cascadia in production
PORTLAND, Ore. – The brand new Cascadia 126” BBC Day Cab and 72” Raised Roof Sleeper Cab models are on the way. Freightliner Trucks announced today (Feb. 1) that its new flagship Cascadia truck models will be designed and engineered…
Timken names new managing director of Canada
NORTH CANTON, Ohio — The Timkin Company has announced the appointment of Sean Hazelton to managing director of Canada. In his new position, Hazelton will lead Timken’s business operations in Canada. He reports to Brian J. Ruel, vice-president for the Americas.…
Incoterms: Minimize Your Supply Chain Risk – Webinar
Incoterms: Minimize Your Supply Chain Risk Facilitator: Laurie Turnbull, CCLP, Supply Chain Consultant, Cole International Inc. Air Date: February 16, 2017, 12:00-1:00 EST Price: $75 + applicable taxes. Click here to secure your spot in Incoterms: Minimize Your Supply Chain Risk Having…
Tru-Nor Truck Centres now offering Isuzu trucks
SUDBURY, Ont. – Tru-Nor Truck Centres, a Tallman Group Company, has announced it’s now a full-service Isuzu dealership. It offers a full line of sales, lease, rental, parts and service support for Isuzu N-Series gas- and diesel-powered low cab-forward trucks.…
Tire prices set to increase
TORONTO, Ont. – Tire prices could be on the upswing due to an increase in the price of raw materials, some manufacturers are warning. Michelin North America announced prices for tires, including heavy truck tires, will increase up to 8%…
ConMet Taps Ken Kelly for Top Sales Post
In his new role, Kelley will oversee original equipment manufacturer truck sales, aftermarkets sales, trailer sales, and sales operations at ConMet’s headquarters in Vancouver, Wash. Kelley has 30 years of commercial vehicle industry experience and spent three years with ConMet early in his career as a product manager.