Trucker Buddy launches mentor program for high school-aged drivers
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Trucker Buddy International has launched a new program called Trucking Mentors, which will educate high school-aged kids on how to safely drive around trucks.
Class 8 orders hit a ‘soft patch’
COLUMBUS, Ind. — There were 20,025 net orders for Class 8 trucks in March, the lowest monthly order volume since last July.
Fontaine says Revolution flatbeds improve fuel economy up to 3%
JASPER, Ala. — Fontaine Trailer says its new Revolution flatbed and dropdeck trailers are delivering fuel savings of up to 3% in fleet operations.
Choppy Order Volume in First Quarter
By Deborah Lockridge, Editor in Chief Demand for Class 8 trucks “has hit a soft patch,” but at least one industry analyst expects that to be temporary.
Meritor Announces 12,500-Pound Front Steer Axle Rating
Meritor is adding a 12,500-pound rating for its front steer axles. This new rating enhances steering control, improves durability and lowers maintenance costs, according to the company.
Volvo Brings XE16 Package to LCV, High GVW markets
TORONTO — Volvo Trucks is adding two XE powertrain packages to its 16-liter D16 engine: a 140,000-lb GVW option for the North American LCV market, and an 80,000-lb GVW configuration for fleets demanding superior performance and exceptional fuel econ…
Trucker Buddy Launches Trucking Mentors Program
Trucker Buddy International is launching a new program called Trucking Mentors and is directed at teaching high school students to drive safely around big rig trucks.
Daimler Opens Chennai, India, Production Plant for BharatBenz Trucks
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles completed its new Oragadam-Chennai production plant in India. The facility will produce the BharatBenz product range for the Indian volume market.
No Clear Answers on Highway Bill
House passage of another 90-day extension of the highway program sets the stage for another nail-biter. Including today, there are 31 working days left before the current extension expires. The extension the House passed on Wednesday would give the H…
COMPETITION WATCH: TransForce acquires assets of Peak USA Energy Services
MONTREAL, Que. — TransForce, through its subsidiary I.E. Miller Services, has acquired certain assets of Peak USA Energy Services. Peak USA, a subsidiary of Nabors Industries, is an oilfield service company specializing in rig moving, custom…