Volvo Trucks North America appoints new regional vice president of Canada
Blackman will aim to advance Volvo’s operations within the Canada.
Daimler Truck highlights enhanced safety assistance systems testing efforts
Around the world, up to 60 Daimler Truck vehicles undergo endurance testing throughout the year.
FTR: Fuel costs chip away at favorable shippers market
Overall market conditions for shippers were stable and positive during June.
Equipment demand likely to fade into year end
The silver lining: vocational truck demand remains strong.
FTR’s July Trucking Conditions Index improved from June but remains in negative territory
Aside from fuel cost volatility, the outlook for trucking conditions is little changed with only gradual improvement.
Clean Freight Coalition addresses EPA emissions regulations efforts
Mullen went on to explain that congress and regulators should pursue policies that provide immediate emissions reductions.
Peterbilt celebrates Model 389 production milestone at Denton manufacturing plant
Massey Motor Freight will take home the 100,000th Peterbilt Model 389.
ACT Research says half of all commercial vehicles will be zero emissions by 2040
By 2027, eight states will have joined California in adopting Advanced Clean Trucks, resulting in moderate growth in adoption rates.
FTR: August Class 8 orders up from July
August level of order activity continues to be below replacement levels.
Great Dane announces partnership with Slipnot
SLIPNOT products convert metal surfaces into high-friction areas that help eliminate slips and falls.
Southeastern Freight Lines opens service center in New Orleans
The facility additions include enhanced office and dispatch spaces, new appointment warehouses, a bunkhouse, gym and more.
Carrier Transicold launches new Vector 8400R refrigeration unit
The Vector 8400R delivers efficient refrigeration and freezing performance in a space-saving, thin-profile design.