New 2012 Honda Civic lineup boosts fuel economy in all models; Hybrid and HF offer 40+ mpg
The entire redesigned ninth-generation Honda Civic lineup will become more fuel efficient with two models—the all-new 2012 Honda Civic HF and the Civic Hybrid—each delivering fuel economy estimates of more than 40 mpg (5.9 L/100km) on the highway.
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Pinnacle Trailer Sales is New East Dealer for the Carolinas
The two sites of Pinnacle Trailer Sales Inc. are now authorized dealerships for East Manufacturing’s full line of aluminum dump trailers. The dealership has locations in Wilmington, NC, andSpartanburg, SC., providing new and pre-owned trailer sales,…
Caribou Coffee and NATSO Team Up to For a Better Cuppa’
NATSO, the national trade association representing truckstops and travel plazas, today announced it has partnered with Caribou Coffee to offer high-quality craft-roasted coffee to the selected NATSO-represented truckstops and travel plazas throughou…
AMSA Names "Independent Mover of the Year"
Albert Moving & Storage of Wichita Falls, Texas has been chosen as the nation’s top independent moving company for 2010 by the American Moving & Storage Association.
Right to Repair Act Reintroduced in Massachusetts
The Right to Repair Act has been introduced in Massachusetts for the 2011-12 legislative session. The 2011 legislation is sponsored by Rep. Garrett Bradley (D-Hingham) and Sen. John Hart (D-South Boston) and has over 60 co-sponsors.
NATSN and PTP Rollout Fleet One Fuel Card
The North American Truck Stop Network and Professional Transportation Partners, LLC have announced the rollout of Over the Road and Local fuel cards program for its members. Fleet One is the processor for this new program.
Goodyear Names Four Finalists for North America Highway Hero Award
Goodyear has narrowed the field of nominees for the North American Highway Hero down to four.
Boyd Bros. Honors 3-million-mile Driver
Boyd Bros. Transportation of Clayton, Al. has extended honors to 22-year veteran, Isaiah “Ike” Hamilton, staying safe on the road for more than three million miles.
DeFazio Bill Would Mandate Pay for Excessive Detention Time
Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-Ore., introduced a bill that would require the Department of Transportation to study industry detention practices and establish a maximum number of hours that drivers may be detained without being paid.
Abengoa cellulosic ethanol pilot plant targeting 79 gallons/tonne
Since its was launched, Abengoa’s cellulosic ethanol pilot production plant in Babilafuente, located in the Biocombustibles de Castilla y León (BCyL) plant in Salamanca, Spain, has completed more than 5,500 hours of operations with a yield of 20…