$125,000 2012 tax deduction available for work truck purchases
The Internal Revenue Code Title 26, Section 179 allows a maximum deduction of $125,000 for the cost of certain capital machinery and equipment, including commercial work trucks, for tax years starting in 2012. The deduction is currently set to revert to $25,000 for tax years starting in 2013.
2013 Ford F-Series Super Duty raises the bar
Ford said it continues to strengthen the F-Series lineup for 2013, raising the bar for Super Duty towing, hauling and braking to again set the standard among heavy-duty trucks. According to the company, F-Series Super Duty trucks are engineered to meet the demands of the toughest customers.
Peterbilt reaches record production levels for Model 320
Peterbilt Motors Co. said it has set a company production record for its Model 320. The low-cab-forward vehicle, for vocational markets including refuse, construction, tanker and fire service applications, is designed to facilitate specialized body installations and provide comfort with the durability required to operate in extremely harsh conditions.
ALK Technologies’ PC*MILER 26 gets TMW Systems’ support
ALK Technologies Inc. and TMW Systems announced that PC*MILER 26 is now tested and approved for use with multiple TMW Systems products, including: IDSC ExpertFuel, IDSC TripAlert, IDSC MatchAdvice, Appian DirectRoute, Innovative IES, Access and Access Plus, TMWSuite and TruckMate.
Poised to meet expanding IT needs
An agreement between Trimble Navigation and TMW Systems is centered on TMW’s transportation management software and asset maintenance solutions platforms.
Selecting hubs & wheel ends
Choose the options that increase reliability and reduce downtime
The right specs pay resale dividends
When buying new equipment, the best strategy is to plan for resale
Maximum Impact
Aviation fuel hauler Pinnacle Express is adopting new technology to ensure its fleet operates at the highest efficiency
Integrations and enhancements added for TruckMate, TMWSuite
PeopleNet and TMW Systems announced new integration features for both TruckMate and TMWSuite to make drivers and dispatchers more efficient.
Dana launches reduced weight driveshafts, TPM Concept
The new Spicer Formed Aluminum Tube Driveshaft, designed for SUVs, medium-sized pickups and light commercial vehicles up to Class 6, offers manufacturers a single-piece assembly that delivers reduced weight and increased assembly clearance when compared to a traditional two-piece steel driveshaft.