Volvo Trucks continues sponsorship of America’s Road Team in 2021

David Sickels is the Senior Editor of Fleet Equipment. He has a history of working in the media, marketing and automotive industries in both print and online.

Published: Oct 29, 2020

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Volvo Trucks North America announced that it will continue to serve as the exclusive sponsor of the America’s Road Team public outreach program in 2021.

This group of professional truck drivers, recognized for their driving skills, millions of accident-free miles and advocacy for safety, are nominated to serve two-year terms as captains of America’s Road Team. During this time, the captains travel around the country to educate students, community groups, lawmakers and government officials on safety, in addition to the essentiality and sustainability of trucking.

The 2021 America’s Road Team will receive a new Volvo VNL 760 model, which hauls ATA’s Interstate One mobile classroom to deliver interactive trucking demonstrations.

Navistar passes 100 EV authorized dealers

Over 30% of all dealer locations will be able to support EV sales and service, across 41 states and seven of 10 Canadian Provinces.

By Kevin Linger

Managing Editor/Producer of Fleet Equipment Magazine

Published: Apr 24, 2024

Navistar announced that it now has more than 100 EV authorized dealer locations. The OEM says it will have more than 30% of its dealer locations ready to support the sale and service of both International and IC Bus EVs, across 41 states and seven of 10 Canadian provinces.

To be EV authorized, Navistar says dealers must: