XL Specialized names Canadian sales manager
Richard Minotti is going to step into the role, through which the company aims to broaden its reach into the Canadian market.
Kenworth Chillicothe marks 50 years of production
Since opening its doors on March 4, 1974, Kenworth’s Chillicothe, OH plant has produced more than 782,000 trucks.
Mack announces 2023 Dealer of the Year winners
The Mack North American Dealer of the Year award for 2023 was presented to Nextran Truck Centers of Tuscumbia, Alabama.
Two Volvo VNR Electric trucks will kick off new California pilot program
Volvo says the VNR battery-electric trucks are ideal for drayage operations due to their operational efficiency in tight spaces.
Volvo changes truck spec’ing with new VNL
Trim and powertrain packages, why you shouldn’t panic, and the craziest thing I learned about this truck.
Power Heavy Duty adds Childers Auto and Truck Parts
Membership in Power Heavy Duty will help Childers focus on growth and expansion.
FTR: Class 8 orders fell in February, up year-over-year
Despite the 9% drop from January, FTR says net orders for February are up 11% year-to-year, according to preliminary data.
Hexagon Agility receives orders for Class 8 Cummins X15N CNG trucks
The CNG/RNG fuel solutions company says orders paired with Cummins X15N engines are coming in, and expected to ramp up.
ACT Research: Freight capacity decline likely to continue
The latest release of ACT’s For-Hire Trucking Index reflects the slowly progressing freight market recovery.
ELFA: January new business volume up 6% Y/Y
Despite falling from December’s high, the association’s earlier predictions of a strong start to 2024 are still on track.
PACCAR TX-12 Pro automated transmission introduced in Kenworth trucks
The new transmission will get its start in the Kenworth T680 and T880 trucks.
Class 8 orders strong in February
Even when seasonally adjusted, ACT says preliminary order numbers for February are up 5% over January.
