Rush Enterprises expands nationwide dealer network
With the acquisition of certain assets of MVI Group, which operates commercial truck and bus dealerships in Ohio, Rush Enterprises, Inc. has expanded its North American network to 78 Rush Truck Centers in 15 states. Acquired by Rush subsidiaries from MVI are Miami Valley International, Center City International, CCI North Coast and Buckeye Truck Centers.
Rush reports 3Q results, details acquisition
For the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2012, Rush Enterprises Inc.’s net income was $14.9 million. The company also signed an agreement to purchase certain assets of a dealership group in Ohio with International, IC Bus, Isuzu and Idealease franchises.
Navistar rolls out eStar Class 2 & 3 electric trucks
Calling it a “first of its kind commercial truck,” Navistar has unveiled its new electric vehicle specifically targeted for the Class 2 (6,001-10,000-lb. GVW) and Class 3 (10,001-14,000-lb. GVW) market. While first announced in December 2009 as part of a joint venture agreement with Modec Ltd. of the United Kingdom, the new vehicle was formally
Making the outsourcing decision
When it comes to optimizing maintenance dollars, outsourcing maintenance may provide solutions for some fleets
Shop Management
While preventive maintenance may be the most important activity done in the shop –– managing warranty recovery, technician training and parts purchasing is also critical for success
Dollars-and-sense leasing
Full-service truck leasing is a popular option for companies that choose to run private fleets but donÂ??t want the headaches associated with ownership.nagers Conference (EUFMC), which was held in June in Williamsburg, Va., attracted a record number of attendees. style=”font-family: Arial;”>N.C., early in May.ze in our lifetime – then fuel economy is likely a high priority for you.
It’s an investment
When you invest in technician training, you can expect a number of benefits – higher shop productivity and better staff morale among them
No longer upscale
Ten years is not really a long time, but an awful lot has changed in the last decade. Ten years ago, over-the-road drivers were happy if they got a cup holder.
‘Old’ is in the eye of the operator
It’s been said that a correctly specified and properly maintained truck can last forever. While that might be a bit of a stretch, when you talk about “forever” referring to a truck’s life, you need to understand that the word really means longer than someone is willing to drive it or you’re willing to pay for the increasing cost of keeping it alive.
Buying new tractors with resale profit in mind
How important is resale value when writing specifications for new tractors? What premium systems and components raise the resale value of tractors?