November 1, 2012
Industry News
Girard Equipment named among Best Places to Work for Indian River County
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Girard Equipment Inc, Vero Beach FL, was honored as one of the best places to work in Indian River County FL. The recognition program is conducted by...
Fluent Logistics LLC rebrands US operations as FGN Global Logistics Inc
Oct 2, 2012 3:27 PM
Fluent Logistics LLC, the US arm of FGN Global Logistics, an international flexitank transport firm, announced a re-branding of its US operations as FGN Global Logistics Inc. In an effort to align its brand worldwide, the Charleston SC-based company will now go by the name that had previously been used by its operations outside the United States...
ACT Research reports used truck market suffers weak performance in September
Oct 30, 2012 3:20 PM
September’s weak performance all but wiped out the gains that had been made in the used truck market the prior three months. The update on the used market was reported in the latest release of the State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks, published by ACT Research...
ATA thanks Congress for passing Military CDL Act of 2012
Oct 2, 2012 3:23 PM
The American Trucking Associations President and Chief Executive Officer Bill Graves thanked the House and Senate on October 1 for quickly passing the Military Commercial Drivers License Act of 2012, a bill that will ease the transition of recent veterans into jobs as commercial truck drivers...
Carrier election concerns include higher driver pay, health costs
Oct 30, 2012 3:14 PM
Results from Transport Capital Partners’ (TCP) Third Quarter 2012 Business Expectations found that almost 50% of carriers expect that they will need to raise driver pay 2%-5% this year...
Sani-Kleen Tank Wash opens North Wichita KS location
Oct 29, 2012 11:29 AM
Sani-Kleen Tank Wash Inc has expanded its tank cleaning operation to North Wichita KS. The four-bay facility commenced operations at the beginning of October...
Wabash chooses Meritor trailer axles as standard equipment on Wabash trailers
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Meritor Inc officials announced October 17 that Wabash National has selected Meritor trailer axles to be standard equipment on all its trailers. Meritor's...
ATA chief economist highlights mixed outlook for trucking
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Bob Costello told fleet executives that freight volumes continue to be varied, depending on the sector...
Gamajet now services and repairs Gamajet, Toftejorg tank cleaning spinners
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Gamajet Cleaning Systems is now responsible for both Gamajet and Toftejorg tank cleaning equipment, and customers of both brands can take advantage of...
Trimble, PressurePro sign OEM, distribution agreement
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Trimble and Advantage PressurePro announced that they had signed an exclusive OEM and distribution agreement for integrated tire pressure monitoring (TPMS)...
Meritor Expands Canadian Distribution Center
Oct 5, 2012 11:23 AM
Meritor Inc recently completed an expansion of its aftermarket distribution center in Edmonton AB, Canada, which will improve service and delivery time to its western Canada OE dealer and warehouse distributor customers...
ATA Truck Tonnage Index rose 0.4% in September
Oct 30, 2012 3:19 PM
The American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 0.4% in September after falling 0.9% in August. In September, the SA index equaled 118.7...
TAB Fall Trucking Report shows steady growth
Oct 15, 2012 12:26 PM
The Fall Trucking Report released from TAB Bank is showing signs of steady growth according to monthly truck tonnage, fuel costs, perceived business conditions, and invoice size. Historically, trends in trucking and transportation serve as good indicators of the greater economy...
FTR's Trucking Conditions Index moves higher in August
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
FTR's Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for August, as reported in the October 2012 Trucking Update published October 1, rose 1.4 points from July to a...
Mack will deliver Capitol Christmas Tree
Oct 10, 2012 10:32 AM
Mack Trucks unveiled the custom-decorated Mack Pinnacle model, which will be driven by former US Sen Ben Nighthorse Campbell as he hauls the 2012 Capitol Christmas Tree from Colorado to Washington DC...
NTTC hosts wetlines discussion with Government Accountability Office
Oct 30, 2012 3:18 PM
National Tank Truck Carriers hosted an October meeting with representatives of the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to assist the agency in conducting the wetlines study mandated by Congress through MAP-21...
CHEMTREC, China agency sign MOU to improve international hazmat emergency response
Oct 16, 2012 10:58 AM
CHEMTREC and the National Registration Center for Chemicals (NRCC) of China announced that the two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for mutual assistance that became effective on August 1, 2012...
Preliminary Class 8 truck September orders disappoint
Oct 5, 2012 11:25 AM
FTR Associates released preliminary data showing September Class 8 truck net orders at 15,205, down slightly from August. September 2012 orders were 35% below the same month last year contributing to the weakest quarter since Q3 2010...
ATA’s Graves: ‘trucking at a crossroads’
Oct 16, 2012 11:00 AM
In his annual “State of the Industry” Address, American Trucking Associations President and CEO Bill Graves said the trucking industry was at a crossroads, facing a myriad of challenges and opportunities...
Nitrogen oxide emissions decrease by 99% in past 10 years for diesel trucks, buses
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
As the US economic recovery continues to move forward, new clean diesel technology is powering America's freight movement in the most environmentally...
Haldex, Master confirm Brazil partnership for trailer ABS
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Haldex and Master Sistemas Automotivos Limitada confirm the closing of a long-term collaboration contract. The partnership includes manufacturing, sales,...
People in the News
Fleets
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Groendyke Transport Inc announces the appointment of David James to chief operating officer. Previously, he was senior vice-president of operations for...
Suppliers
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
James L Hebe, Navistar Inc senior vice-president, North America sales operations, has announced his retirement. Hebe has served in this role since rejoining...
Associations
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Accuride Corporation announced that Rick Dauch, its president and chief executive officer, has received the Quality Leader of the Year Award from the...
DOD agency salutes Wanamaker's support
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
The US Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve agency honored Bill Wanamaker, American Trucking Associations director of government...
Convention Calendar
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
November 28-30, 2012 American Trucking Associations (ATA) Summit on Natural Gas in Trucking, Arlington VA. Ph: (703)838-1935 or access www.trucking.org...
Equipment News
TransCore DAT Load Boards, Truckload Rate Index integrate PC*MILER system
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
TransCore's DAT Load Boards, Truckload Rate Index, and other services now incorporate PC*MILER by ALK Technologies as the primary mileage, routing, and...
Teletrac's Fleet Director 9 accelerates safety, efficiency
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Teletrac is providing the latest release of its Fleet Director core software platform. Fleet Director 9 combines new business intelligence technologies...
Cummins Westport adds NG engine
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Cummins Westport Inc has begun development on the ISB6.7 G, a mid-range 6.7-liter natural gas engine designed to meet the increasing demand for on-highway...
PeopleNet integrates Google Earth views with Onboard Event Recording information
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
PeopleNet announced that Google Earth views of Onboard Event Recording events are now available within the PeopleNet Fleet Manager. In direct response...
Meritor 18X axle targets linehaul market
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Meritor Inc displayed the latest version of its 18X single-reduction axle at the IAA Hanover Commercial Vehicle Show recently. Available since spring...
BTI's AlloMaxx ultra-lightweight butterfly valve disc adds strength, saves weight
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Bulk Tank Incorporated has expanded its line butterfly valve disc options to include AlloMaxx, an ultra-lightweight alloy disc. According to BTI officials,...
WABCO displays MAXX brake technology
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
WABCO Holdings Inc showcased its MAXX air disc brake technology a new range of single-piston braking products for trucks, buses, and trailers worldwide...
Michelin retreads get SmartWay approval
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Michelin Americas Truck Tires announced that three Michelin retreads have been added to the SmartWay-verified technologies list and four are in the process...
Meritor adds to MTA suspension family
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Meritor Inc announced the production of the MTA25 low-mount and MTA30 low-mount trailer suspensions, the two newest family members of its MTA (Meritor...
Xata Corp, ALK launch CoPilot Truck 8 Professional integrated with XataNet
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Xata Corporation and ALK Technologies announced the launch of CoPilot Truck 8 Professional integrated with XataNet, providing users with advanced functionality,...
Groendyke Transport redesigns website
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Groendyke Transport Inc has redesigned its official website, www.groendyke.com. Visitors will notice additions including driver testimonial videos, easier...
Labelmaster expands GHS reference tool
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Labelmaster has released an expanded version of its GHS reference tool. The new 16-page GHS Product Guide features a complete line of training materials,...
Flame-resistant gloves aid oil/gas workers
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Global upstream oil and gas capital and operating spending is expected to reach unprecedented heights from 2012-2016, due in large part to a burgeoning...
WABCO ABS technology integrates ESC
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
WABCO Holdings Inc showcased its hydraulic anti-lock braking systems (ABS) a range of hydraulic ABS technology that integrates electronic stability control...
Goodyear develops AMT for use on tires
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Over the past year, researchers at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company have been working on a new Air Maintenance Technology (AMT) application that can...
GE Capital launches eco-focused website
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
GE Capital Fleet Services announced the launch of a new eco-focused website that provides access to the company's knowledge of alternative fuels and related...
WABCO showcases eTASC at IAA event
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
WABCO Holdings Inc showcased its electronic trailer air suspension control (eTASC) at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2012 in Hanover, Germany, recently. eTASC...
Goodyear develops AMT for use on tires
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
Over the past year, researchers at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company have been working on a new Air Maintenance Technology (AMT) application that can...
Articles
For Dillon Transport, natural gas-fueled trucks are opening doors to more customers
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM, By Charles E Wilson
BY MID-2013, natural gas-fueled tractors are expected to account for at least a quarter of the power units in the Dillon Transport Inc fleet. It is a...
Demand for natural gas-fueled trucks showing steady growth
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
THE LATEST versions of natural gas-fueled engines for heavy-duty trucks got a good workout during a recent media event conducted by Kenworth Truck Company....
Altom Transport opens 9-acre Pasadena TX terminal
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
WITH ITS Texas business continuing to grow, Altom Transport Inc opened a new terminal in Pasadena, Texas. The grand opening was held October 12. Covering...
Worldwide heavy-duty truck market on verge of increasing global production platforms
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
LESS than 10 years after western original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) started entering Brazil, Russia, India, and China (BRIC) markets with serious...
Customer satisfaction drops for Class 8 trucks with latest EPA emission-compliant engines
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
THE ROLLOUT of engines that meet revised Environmental Protection Agency regulations is taking a toll on heavy-duty truck quality and customer satisfaction,...
Hino ranks highest in medium-duty truck customer satisfaction for third consecutive year
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
THE LATEST J D Power and Associates 2012 US Medium-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction Study ranked Hino Trucks as best in the category. The study also looked...
Problems rise, satisfaction falls for diesel engines meeting latest EPA requirements
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
TECHNOLOGY changes related to revised emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks are causing an increase in heavy-duty truck engine problems and a decrease...
STORAGE & TERMINALING
Nov 1, 2012 12:00 PM
WITH domestic crude oil production surging across the United States, petroleum storage and transload terminal operators are scrambling to keep up. New...
