Cox Automotive announces new Mobility Fleet Services
Cox Automotive announced the introduction of Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services, representing an evolution of its full-service fleet solutions across scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, previously delivered in conjunction with industry leaders Dickinson Fleet Services and Interstate Truck Center. By operating under one unified brand, Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services will deliver a more holistic offering of on-site,
The fool’s gold of truck service
More decades ago than I care to remember, some movie or folklore led me to start panning for gold in the dirt road outside our home. Slushing a pan full of dirt around in a pan with water from the garden hose rather quickly revealed the road to be a mother-load of GOLD. The bright
Trucker Path community names best truck stops
Trucker Path has announced the results of its annual ranking of truck stops. The Best Truck Stops winners among chain and independent facilities were based on ratings, reviews, feedback and votes by the more than one million Trucker Path app users. The Trucker Path Top 5 Best Trucks Stops Independent Truck Stops 1st Place — Bert’s Travel
Heavy-duty scholarships deadline approaches
Applications for diesel/heavy-duty scholarships funded by the University of the Aftermarket Foundation and partner organizations are being accepted through March 31, 2022. Applicants can apply online at HeavyDutyScholarships.com and must be planning to attend a full-time program at an accredited two-year or four-year college or university, or an ASE/NATEF certified post-secondary vocational program. In addition
Noregon releases major upgrades for JPRO Professional
Noregon has released the first update of 2022 for their in-shop diagnostic and troubleshooting application, JPRO Professional. The version – officially titled JPRO Professional 2022 v1 – is now available for new purchases and updates. This release includes additional support, coverage, and bi-directional tests for major component and vehicle manufacturers, plus visual enhancements to the
Kenworth of South Florida–Fort Pierce relocates, upgrades to full-service dealership
Kenworth of South Florida–Fort Pierce, has relocated to a new location and upgraded its parts and service store to a full-service dealership. “Our previous facility was on a small lot, which limited our ability to grow and provide a full range of services to our customers,” said Todd Hays, Kenworth of South Florida, dealer principal.
International Truck recognizes its North American Dealer of the Year
International Truck announces Ryan Nelson, dealer principal of Nelson Leasing Inc., as the 2021 North American Dealer of the Year. The award recognizes the top International dealer for their commitment to provide industry-leading uptime and unparalleled performance in annual sales, service and customer satisfaction. In March of 1953, Nelson Leasing was founded by Nelson’s father. Currently,
Dire Truck Parts joins Power Heavy Duty network
Dire Truck Parts is the newest distributor to join the Power Heavy Duty network. Headquartered in El Dorado, Kansas, Dire Truck Parts provides high-quality heavy duty truck and trailer parts and parts delivery throughout Butler County and in surrounding markets. Led by a management team with more than 80 years of experience, the company serves customers
Bridgestone makes strategic investment in Yoshi Mobile Services
Bridgestone Americas announced a minority investment in Yoshi. Yoshi is a last-mile delivery platform focused on car care services for consumer, fleet, and corporate customers. The new partnership will accelerate both companies’ ability to meet the needs of car owners through the expansion of convenient and contactless vehicle-related services brought directly to customers’ homes and
Hyundai Translead introduces HT360 customer journey experience
Hyundai Translead announced products and solutions inspired by customer needs at TMC 2022. Through HT360, Hyundai Translead supports the entire customer journey from purchasing and financing to maintaining their fleet. Going beyond producing trailers, Hyundai Translead is focused on increasing the value of every product and investing in customer support, the company noted. According to
Velociti expands VeloCare truck technology maintenance program
Velociti Inc. expanded its VeloCare technology maintenance program to add operational support, customization and visibility to help improve uptime and enhance the user experience. VeloCare, which has served as a technology monitoring and repair service since 2013, is now offering: Added programs around operational support, such as enterprise desk services, inventory management, a tech support call
Fullbay, TMC release new state of heavy-duty repair report
Heavy-duty repair shops were challenged by supply chain and staffing issues in 2021, according to the second annual State of Heavy-Duty Repair report issued by Fullbay, in partnership with ATA’s Technology and Maintenance Council. Among the key findings of this year’s report: 82% of repair shops faced some disruptions due to supply chain induced parts
