State police to target truckers parked on I-83
State troopers on Friday will begin a new enforcement effort targeting truckers and other commercial vehicle drivers who illegally park along Interstate 83 in Baltimore County , according to the Maryland State Police.
Polar Tank Adds Service Location in Portland, Ore.
Polar Service Centers, St. Cloud, Minn., has opened a second, larger location in Portland, Ore., specializing in parts, service and major repairs for all makes of bulk tank trailers and tank bodies.
MHC Tour Showcases Compressed Natural Gas Technology
The Murphy-Hoffman Company, better known as dealer group MHC, is featuring a 2013 CNG-powered Kenworth T660 at eight locations across the country.
70-Year Transportation Veteran A. Gordon Clark Dead at 90
A. Gordon Clark, who retired from Penske in 2005, passed away on Sept. 2, in Chagrin Falls, Ohio at the age of 90.
Horton Hires VP of Manufacturing
Horton hired John Getter as vice president of manufacturing.
ATA State Executive Council Elects Minnesota Leader as Chairman
The Trucking Association Executives’ Council recently elected John Hausladen as national chairman for the 2012-2013 term at its annual meeting in Park City, Utah.
Qualcomm’s Announces New Edition of Trailer Tracks 210
Qualcomm released the latest edition of Trailer Tracks 210 . TT210, which is now commercially available, provides timely information about the location and status of trailers for more efficient planning, enhanced productivity and improved security.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Pump Prices Increase
The price of diesel exhaust fluid at the pump jumped in August while tote prices remained level, according to the latest DEF Tracker price update from Integer Research.
Pricing for Sleeper Tractors Unexpectedly Up in July
The price for used sleeper tractors rose in July, both on a month-to-month and year-over-year basis, reports the American Truck Dealers Commercial Truck Guide.
Navistar ‘not pleased’ with $1.3 billion drop in third quarter income
LISLE, Ill. — Navistar’s third quarter earnings have taken a major hit year-over-year, with a net income of $84 million compared to $1.4 billion in 2011. Results included an income tax benefit of $196 million – primarily because of…