Transervice Logistics names two new Directors of Business Development
Transervice Logistics Inc. announced the appointment of two new Regional Directors of Business Development. Both Directors have over 30 years of experience in sales and management. Jon Vaughn will manage all sales opportunities for the Southeast Region of the U.S., with emphasis on developing new relationships in the states of Tennessee, North and South Carolina,
Quality AES joins Stertil-Koni distributor network
Heavy duty bus lift and truck lift producer Stertil-Koni announced that it has welcomed Quality Automotive Equipment and Service (Quality AES), a family owned and operated vehicle equipment and service business based in the heart of the American Midwest, to its North American distributor network. Stertil-Koni lifts are used by transit agencies, commercial fleets, RVs,
ProMAXX touts new PowerDrive Hex Adapter
ProMAXX Tool’s new PowerDrive Hex Adapter converts any type of 1/4-inch drive ratchet, including electric, air, and hand, into a powerful, high-torque hex screwdriver, the company noted in a press release. What makes the PowerDrive Hex different from other ratchet adapters is its small, 1/2-inch-tall profile. The compact adapter design allows users to reach limited
ConMet launches upgraded training Website with enhanced layout
ConMet has announced the launch of a new, upgraded online training website. The video-based online training features two courses, Hub 101 and Brake Drum 101, that provides users with knowledge of ConMet wheel end hubs and brake drums, including inspection and identification, recommended service, replacement or reinstallation, lubrication, and much more. The new learning management
FleetPride acquires Nationwide Truck Service location
FleetPride Inc. has acquired the assets of Nationwide Truck Service of Louisville, Ken. Founded in 1989 and owned by Eric Adkins, Nationwide Truck Service offers a wide range of repair services from its 21-bay facility and mobile repair units in addition to 24/7 roadside support. The Service Center at 355 Farmington Ave. will team up with the existing FleetPride
ZF’s WABCO Service Partner program’s 100th service location
ZF announced its 100th service location in the WABCO Service Partner (WSP) program in North America. ZF also plans to add 150 new independent locations to the program in 2022 to further expand coverage and reach a goal of 1,000 partner locations by 2025 within the region, the company noted in a press release. The
Volvo Trucks named first certified EV dealer in Central Valley
Volvo Trucks North America has designated Affinity Truck Center’s Fresno, Calif., location as a Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer, signifying that it is ready to support customers interested in adding Volvo VNR Electrics to their local and regional distribution, pickup and delivery, and food and beverage distribution routes. Located in the heart of
Are you the truck shop leader you should be?
Look up “leadership” and words like authority, command, control and power come up. If business owners think of Leadership skills in those terms, chances are that they will fail. But look up the term, “help,” and you’ll see synonyms like: advice and guidance. That set of words are much more on the “leadership” mark. In
Truck air suspension ride height setting, service tips
With any system or component, it goes unsaid that a routine maintenance schedule is essential to a long service life and ensuring safe operation. For air suspensions, which are now widely used on commercial vehicles, a key part of any routine maintenance program involves correct ride height settings. When it comes to maintenance, air and
Do you hear the truck service problems I hear?
A phone call into the shop goes something like this: Driver: It makes a noise when I let the pedal up.Technician: What pedal? What kind of noise?Driver: The clutch. It makes a weird noise when I let the pedal up. Like a growl sound.Technician: When did it start?Driver: Not sure, I just noticed it. This
Navistar makes donation through TECH EmPOWERment Initiative
Navistar announced its first equipment donation to Canadian technical programs through the TECH EmPOWERment initiative. While the program has already donated numerous pieces of equipment to technical programs around the U.S., the fourth quarter of 2021 saw the first donation to technical colleges in Canada. The TECH EmPOWERment program supplies accredited technical schools with equipment, real-world
UAF launches heavy-duty technician scholarships website
The University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) has launched a new website in conjunction with Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW). HeavyDutyScholarships.com is focused on heavy-duty/diesel industry scholarships. The Heavy Duty Scholarship Central portal offers scholarships for students studying diesel and commercial heavy-duty technology and considering careers in the business of servicing or supplying parts and
