Carriers Slightly Less Hesitant to Add Capacity
The Transport Capital Partners’ 1Q 2012 Business Expectations Survey found that while carriers still seem hesitant to add capacity, they are less hesitant than last quarter.
Eaton touts success of its low-cost EverTough aftermarket clutch
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Eaton says its value line of EverTough aftermarket clutches has seen significant adoption since its introduction a year ago.
Demand for van trailers stalls in February, full steam ahead for others
COLUMBUS, Ind. — ACT Research reports van trailer orders were down in February, but all other types of trailers saw an increase in order activity.
Wabash Plans Purchase of Walker Group, a Major Tanker Manufacturer
Wabash National Corp. has agreed to buy Walker Group Holdings, which owns Brenner, Garlite, Progress, Tri-State Tank and other builders of tank trailers, truck bodies and engineered systems for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Trends from Mid-America: 6x2s
A drive axle configuration that is common in Europe is getting more attention on this side of the pond: the 6×2.
Air-Weigh and Blue Tree Systems Announce Product Integration
Air-Weigh has aligned with Blue Tree Systems to provide a data interface between its QuickLoad Trailer Scale and the R:COM Trailer Tracking and Temperature Management System.
Automated Mechanical Transmissions Gaining Steadily in Class 8 Trucks
Talk about transmissions in commercial trucks, and you’ll talk a lot about Eaton. The Michigan-based manufacturer continues to dominate the business in Class 8 and remains strong in Classes 6 and 7. However, there are other names in the business
Arkansas truckers could soon see tax break
The Arkansas trucking industry could soon be getting a big break. Lawmakers were unable to reach an agreement to halt a tax break for truckers which means the tax exemption could go into effect by this summer.
Haldex Expands Remanufactured and Friction Product Management Team
Haldex has added Tim Shaw as product manager for all remanufactured products produced in the Marion, N.C. remanufacturing plant, and Dan Dunkleberger joined Haldex as product manager for friction products and remanufactured brake shoes.
Diamond International Completes Renovation and Expansion in Russellville, Ark.
To support business growth and service innovations, Diamond International of Russellville, a local International Truck dealership, has completed the final phase of a $2.5 million expansion.