Heavy-duty commitment
For only the second time in its 38-year history, the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence is being led by the trucking industry. Last November, John Pfennig, manager, service education for Navistar Inc., was elected chairman for 2010. He leads an impressive roster of industry volunteers whose commitment to excellence is reflected in their service
Right stuff
At Food City, a combination of specifications, proactive maintenance and driver programs are adding up to an industry-leading safety record.
Hino previews MY 2011 prototypes
Hino Trucks, a Toyota Group company, recently previewed several of its 2011 prototype trucks that the company plans to use in numerous field tests. The 2011 model year will see the phasing out of Class 4 and 5 models 145, 165 and 185, while remaining models will be designed to meet the 2010 EPA emissions
Every step: Tidewater Transit Co. Inc.
Suppliers, properly specified equipment and a company-wide commitment to safety help Tidewater Transit Co. offer excellent customer service
Image and Efficiency
Mixing the old with the new, Dean Brennan Transport is bringing highly efficient solutions into its fleet
Working closely
For TransWood Inc., supplier partnerships help enhance safety and efficiency
Positive attitudes are contagious
Over the past several weeks, I’??ve had the pleasure of meeting with groups of truck and equipment technicians.t reduction.our way.ome tried-and-true solutions availableaining systems of the automotive and light vehicle service segment. might have otherwise remained mere engineering drawings, at least for a few more years.lace>, early in May.ze in our lifetime – then fuel economy is likely a high priority for you.
Exceeding expectations
Detroit Diesel’s new DD15 engine gets high marks for ease of ride and fuel efficiency
Net Gain
Specifying wide-base single tires is helping Con-way Truckload offset fuel economy losses and keep costs in check
Schneider National honored
It was just four years ago that the EPA launched the SmartWay Transport Partnership to address the environmental and economic challenges resulting from the growth of the freight industry.