Dealer Workshops to Focus on Federal Policy Changes, Boosting Profitability
At its 2012 convention and expo in Las Vegas, ATD will offer a variety of workshops focusing on how dealers can stay on top of federal regulatory changes, improve employee retention and achieve greater profitability.
COMPETITION WATCH: Mullen Group to invest $25M into new trucking equipment
OKOTOKS, Alta. — Mullen Group is allotting about $25 million in capital towards purchases for its truckling/logistics segment, to be used “primarily” to replace trucks and trailers. [Full Story]
Daimler Ramps Up with 1,100 New Jobs
Anti-Bridge Folks Win Again Nobody listened to me last week when, in this very space, I urged Michigan politicians to get on wit …more CLEVELAND, NC – Strong demand for Freightliners means parent Daimler Trucks North America is firing up a full secon…
Proposal Would Raise Ohio Speed Limit
An Ohio lawmaker has introduced a bill that would raise the speed limit for all vehicles on the state’s interstate highways from 65 to 70 mph, following a similar move by the Ohio Turnpike.
Schneider National Buying 2,500 OnGuard Collision Safety Systems
Meritor Wabco announced that Schneider National will buy more than 2,500 OnGuard Collision Safety Systems for all of its Class 8 commercial vehicles.
Winnipeg truck driver dies in collision near Kenora
Amir Mohammadi, 45, was killed in a crash just east of Kenora on Wednesday morning when his eastbound rig collided with a westbound tractor-trailer on Highway 17, the Ontario Provincial Police said this morning.
Ancra Announces Addition to Cargo Division
Ancra announced that John Czarnecki will join the cargo division as sales executive the mid-state region, which includes Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia and Michigan.
Washington Insiders to Speak at 2012 Aftermarket Legislative Summit
The 2012 Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) Aftermarket Legislative Summit will start on March 14 with a panel discussion featuring Ed Gillespie, former counselor to President George W. Bush, and Terry McAuliffe, former chairman of th…
TRALA-Supported Virginia Legislation Addresses Motor Vehicle Rental Tax
Delegate James Massie (R-Henrico) has introduced Virginia legislation, sponsored by the Truck Renting and Leasing Association, that would limit the types of revenue taxed under the commonwealth’s 10% motor vehicle rental tax.
Schneider Goes Long on Collision Early Warning System
Anti-Bridge Folks Win Again Nobody listened to me last week when, in this very space, I urged Michigan politicians to get on wit …more TROY, MI.