President Obama Talks Alternative Fuel in Las Vegas
On Thursday, President Obama visited a UPS facility in Las Vegas to pitch a plan to boost the nations’ use of natural gas.
Invention seeks to stop snow flying from atop truck trailers
After searching nationwide for a method to keep hazardous snow and ice from flying from the tops of truckers’ rigs, Connecticut Motor Transportation Association head Michael Riley thinks he’s found the solution … in Beacon Falls.
Meritor introduces new version of PlatinumShield brake shoe coating
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Meritor has introduced a second-generation version of its aftermarket PlatinumShield brake shoe coating that prevents rust-jacking. [Full Story]
Toyota launches new tools and app to measure fuel savings
IRVINE, Calif. — Toyota Material Handling U.S.A., has launched its Toyota Forklift Fuel Efficiency Calculator application (app) to help users estimate fuel efficiency savings and performance for their forklift fleet. [Full Story]
December Used Truck Volumes Better than November, but Lag Year-over-Year
Reported volumes of used Classes 3-8 truck sales improved in December. Volumes were consistent among channels on a sequential basis.
Cummins Retunes ISX11.9 for Better Economy, Renames It ISX12
Engineers at Cummins Inc. have retuned their heavy duty ISX11.9 diesel for better performance and fuel economy, and marketers have stepped up promotion of the engine by renaming it the ISX12.
Group Wants to Stop Larger trucks from Hitting the Roads
“Larger weights could possibly bring larger problems,” said Darin Snedden of the National Troopers’ Coalition.
Jury convicts Jacksonville truck driver of first-degree murder
“Hell have no fury like a woman scorned,” defense attorney Thomas Fallis said Thursday in his closing statement in describing a witness he said had an alternative motive for testifying against her ex-boyfriend accused of murder.
Accuride Restructures, Announces Major Investments in NAFTA Capacity and Capability
Accuride says it will invest $110 million in its Accuride Wheels and Gunite business units during 2011-2012.
Changes to trucker hours could impact consumers
Like many truckers, John Brooks is keeping a close eye on new legislation recently proposed by the Transportation Department Agency which may cut the amount of time he and millions of long-haul truck drivers spend on the road.