Capital Partners invests in Minimizer
Capital Partners announced that it is investing in Minimizer, a truck parts and accessories manufacturer. According to the companies, the investment will fast-track Minimizer’s growth strategy, with the goal to expand product lines and support the rapid growth of the company, including investing in people, equipment and the development of additional capabilities. “We are very excited
Tramec Sloan acquires Fleet Engineers
Tramec Sloan announced that it has acquired Fleet Engineers, a Michigan-based company that designs, manufacturers and distributes product solutions for aerodynamics, door systems, spray control and parts and accessories for the truck and trailer industry. Tramec Sloan will operate Fleet Engineers as an autonomous division out of Muskegon, Michigan. “For more than 50 years, Fleet
Kenworth debuts new certified pre-owned truck website
Kenworth Truck Co. has launched a dedicated website for its Kenworth Certified Pre-Owned program: KenworthCertified.com. The website features a listing of pre-owned certified trucks from participating Kenworth dealers. The website also contains program information, including a downloadable brochure, program benefits and eligibility requirements, as well as specific information related to pre-owned PACCAR engines warranty coverage.
A&R Logistics is staying ahead of the curve
“We’re growing fast to accommodate the expansion in U.S. manufacturing,” says Scot McQuilkin, vice president of maintenance at A&R Logistics. “However, we need to make sure our growth is smart. We need to meet customers’ requirements and exceed their expectations by staying ahead of the curve without cutting corners, so we’re making substantial strategic investments
Isuzu announces Spanish-language website
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. announced that its website, isuzucv.com, is now available in Spanish as well as English. Users can see each page in Spanish by clicking the link next to the Isuzu logo at the top of the page. The website’s offerings include details on each of Isuzu’s trucks; a dealer locator;
Talbert Manufacturing names its top 10 dealers of 2016
Talbert Manufacturing named Hale Trailer Brake & Wheel of Voorhees, New Jersey, as its top dealer for the ninth straight year. This award recognizes a dealers for high performance in selling trailers, service and parts. “Hale continues to lead our North American dealer network year after year. They’ve earned the reputation as a leader in
Continental introduces Extreme Duty Poly-V belt
Continental has introduced the new Extreme Duty Poly-V belt for the North American heavy-duty aftermarket. “This belt will be offered in 90 new parts numbers designed for the class 6-8 heavy-duty trucks in the aftermarket,” said Tom Lee, Continental’s marketing manager for North American aftermarket products. “Currently we are offering the belts in eight, 10
How to prepare your truck for winter
There are some lucky over-the-road fleets whose truck tires will never touch snow or ice this winter, but for most fleets, this is the time of year to get their trucks ready for cold weather. (And even the drivers who stay down South shouldn’t get too cocky. In recent years, snow and ice storms have hit
Standing apart: What keeps Ecology Recycling and Transportation Services ahead of the competition
“Contract waste hauling is a competitive business,” says Greg Evans, equipment maintenance manager at Ecology Recycling and Transportation Services. “We use accurate cost accounting and revenue projections because it comes down to who can haul the most trash at the lowest cost.” Headquartered in Cerritos, Calif., Ecology Recycling and Transportation Services has trucks based at
Forward Lift introduces I12PRO two-post lift
Forward Lift has introduced its new I12PRO two-post lift. The lift has three-stage arms equipped with low-profile 4.75-in. rubber-pad swivel adapters. Combined with the standard adapter extensions (1.75, 3.5 and 5 in.), the arms can reach the recommended pickup points of most cars, light trucks and vans, the company said. The lift can be installed
