ACT Expo kicks off with big numbers, big zero-emissions vehicle challenges ahead
‘Big’ describes several aspects of this year’s show, including the challenges. Here’s what we heard at the kickoff.
State of Sustainable Fleets report predicts a faster-than-expected diesel sunset
Here’s where we’re at with funding, policy, renewable fuels, battery electric and hydrogen efforts.
Optimizing truck uptime via maintenance contracts
Learn what to look for in a fleet maintenance contract, as well as questions to ask when customizing that contract.
This year’s truck trade show EV trends
Companies focusing on truck maintenance are approaching zero-emissions differently than OEMs designing new EV offerings.
Phillips CEO: ‘The smart trailer revolution is here’
Rob Phillips discusses solar integration, supplier relationships, and evolving trailer technology.
Phillips unveils new manufacturing facilities in Mexico to meet N.A. product demand
The manufacturer plans to relocate its manufacturing in China to Mexico.
Cummins launches Accelera brand for its New Power business unit
The new brand will provide battery electric and fuel cell electric solutions across a range of commercial and industrial applications.
Springtime truck maintenance tips to maximize uptime
We talk about our top truck maintenance tips, how to battle corrosion and what moving back PM intervals can mean for your bottom line.
How the evolution of e-commerce is beating back parts acquisition woes
Fleets are seeking out more advanced digital solutions at their fingertips.
How M&A activity can benefit fleet uptime
You don’t always think about how mergers and acquisitions can be a boon for uptime, but M&A presents opportunities to improve products and services and can drive beneficial efficiencies throughout the supply chain. Gaining new territory is about more than growing a company’s footprint and meeting new customers; existing customers who do business in the
How heavy-duty parts distributors are keeping up with fleet eCommerce needs
eCommerce is deceptively difficult to get right. Having the right truck parts in the right locations at the right time is already a complicated waltz–making those parts easy to find at a click of a button is another story. Every year, more fleets are flocking to the web to get the parts they need, but
The keys to maximizing truck uptime via aftermarket parts and service
For every second that ticks by when a truck is off the road, dollars are ticking down from a fleet’s bottom line. When the wheels are turning you aren’t only turning a profit – you’re building customer trust, too. In today’s transportation environment, suppliers and service providers help fleets increase uptime via enterprise-level thinking. These
