Bergstrom Makes Leadership Changes
Bergstrom has recently announced a number of leadership changes in its North American operations, providing climate control systems to the commercial vehicle industry. Dan Giovannetti has been appointed chief financial officer, effective immediately.
PSI: Fleets with ATIS save time during CVSA inspection
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Pressure Systems International (PSI) announced today that the data collected from fleets indicated that those with automatic tire inflation systems (ATIS) on their trailers reduce the time spent in CVSA regulated roadside inspections. PSI reported that…
Alcoa Wheels announces new social media contest
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Alcoa Wheels announced the launch of its latest social media contest this week. The campaign and contest runs for four weeks and is dubbed the “#5lbPledge.” The company claims it will highlight the importance and benefits of…
Driving Volvo’s 6×2 with Adaptive Loading
Volvo has raised not only the axle, but also the bar, when it comes to 6×2 technologies, providing handling and safety enhancements in addition to fuel economy improvements
PMTC unveils new Driver’s License Verification System
OAKVILLE, Ont. – The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada announced recently that it is launching its new Driver’s License Verification System on September 1. The system is powered by VerX Direct and for $2.75 per check, PMTC members can…
US truck parking problem to be addressed
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released survey results recently that point out the lack of truck parking information and capacity across the country. The results called for a national coalition to address the…
Paccar engine plant hits production milestone
COLUMBUS, Miss. – Paccar recently hit a milestone as its 100,000th MX-13 engine was produced at its Columbus plant last week. The engine was given to Kenan Advantage Group that is to operate the engine in a Peterbilt 379. “Paccar’s…
Efforts underway to fix truck parking problem
“If [the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration] is to succeed at its life-saving mission, we must do better on this issue,” Darling said. “We recognize locating a safe and convenient place to park and rest as a problem, and we are taking actions …
Trucker relief fundraiser still collecting money
Employees of Travel Centers of America in Seymour are conducting a fundraiser for St. Christopher Truckers Development & Relief Fund through Aug. 31. The fundraiser involves the sale of $1 wristbands and $5 keychains at cash registers at Travel Cen…
DOT’s National Coalition on Truck Parking to Meet This Fall
A group consisting of national and regional stakeholders will begin to meet in a few months to outline ways to improve parking availability nationwide for truckers, senior Department of Transportation officials announced Aug. 21. Deputy Transportation …