Shelby Howard to Assume Leadership Role in Rush Truck Centers’ Navistar Division
Rush Enterprises Inc. announced that Shelby Howard, dealer principal of Chicago International Trucks and Indy Truck Sales, will join the Rush organization as regional general manager.
American Driver Training Salutes Unsung Hero
As Anthony Martin, Jr., was leaving Nebraska on Interstate 80 he had no idea he was about to become involved in a life-or-death situation with a fellow motorist.
Volvo Rolls Out I-Shift, Mack Launches Vision, for Mexican Market
Amid much fanfare Tuesday evening in front of trucking press from both the United States and Mexico at the Expo Transporte trucking show in Guadalajara, Mexico, Volvo Trucks North America officially introduced its I-Shift automated manual transmissions…
Test Shows Emissions Reduction by Pre-Heating Engine Coolant, Webasto Says
Pre-warming a diesel’s coolant allows the engine to start cleanly and emit lower levels of pollutants compared to cold starts, and extends the duty cycle of the exhaust system’s diesel particulate filter, according to tests sponsored by Webasto Thermo …
LEADERS: TTC’s John Foss on the future of industry clubs
TORONTO, Ont. – The Toronto Transportation Club this year celebrates its 100th anniversary. Trailcon Leasing’s John Foss is serving as president during this, the club’s milestone year. Editorial director and publisher Lou…
Manitoba throne speech earmarks funding for infrastructure
WINNIPEG, Man.–During the province of Manitoba’s most recent throne speech, the province was promised upgrades to their highway infrastructure.
USA Truck Expands Atlanta Terminal
USA Truck Inc. announced the conversion of its Atlanta terminal to a continuous, full-service operations and support center.
Eaton offering extended warranties on used truck components
GALESBURG, Mich. — Eaton has launched a used truck program for the North American Classes 6-8 markets, which will offer extended warranty options of up to weight years and a million miles on transmissions.
Chevron customer achieves 70,000-mile drain intervals
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A US fleet says it has extended drain intervals to 70,000 miles using Chevron Delo 400 LE SAE 15W-40 engine oil.
U.S. judge rules for widow of trucker killed in fiery two-rig crash on I-78 in Lebanon County
For the second time in a year, a federal judge has ruled in favor of the widow of one of two men who were killed four years ago in a fiery crash between tractor trailers on Interstate 78 in Lebanon County.