Western Star GM Michael Jackson to retire, Kelley Platt named as successor
Following 10 years of exceptional service, Daimler Trucks North America announced that Michael Jackson, general manager of Western Star Truck Sales Inc., will retire March 31. Jackson joined DTNA in 2005 as the general manager marketing and controlling. Since taking over as general manager of Western Star in 2009, Michael has transformed the Western Star
The next step in truck evolution: Freightliner, Detroit executive interview
Last year was a big year for Freightliner. Even after setting both company and industry records for order intake, Freightliner Trucks, driven by the Detroit powertrain, is showing no sign of slowing down in 2015. Richard Howard, senior vice president, sales and marketing, for Daimler Trucks North America, shares his thoughts on where the truck
Phillips Industries awarded ‘Master of Quality’ by DTNA
Phillips Industries‘ Electrical Harness Division was recently awarded a 2013 DTNA Masters of Quality Award. Representatives from Daimler Trucks North America presented the division with its third consecutive Masters of Quality Award during ceremonies held in October at the Saltillo, Mexico, facility. According to DTNA, the Masters of Quality Award is presented annually to an elite
Truck pilot review: Part 1
Quite possibly a properly conducted, thorough pilot review of new tractors or trailers could impact a motor carrier’s service and parts operation—knowing the vehicle build was to “exact specifications” from component placement to where lines are routed to a fifth wheel height. That’s especially true if the right components are specified and installed exactly to
Hadley receives Daimler Masters of Quality Award
Hadley, a manufacturer and marketer of truck and transit products, has earned the Masters of Quality award for 2013 accomplishments from Daimler Trucks North America. According to Daimler, the Masters of Quality award is the highest recognition DTNA gives to its suppliers. Daimler presented the Masters of Quality award during an on-site ceremony at Hadley’s global
Daimler Trucks North America sets N.A. record for order intake
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced vehicle order intake for Class 6 to 8 NAFTA and exports markets reached 31,304 units in the month of October. The order figure represents the single largest order month on record for DTNA, as well as sets the new industry benchmark in terms of order intake in a one-month period.
Jost Group acquires Mercedes-Benz trailer axle systems
Jost Group and Daimler AG have successfully concluded their negotiations on the acquisition of Mercedes-Benz Trailer Axle Systems. Following completion of the transaction, Jost Group will be one of the largest manufacturers of trailer axles in Europe. Jost Group, the world’s leading producer of vehicle connection components for systems, modules and components for trucks &
Espar recognized for quality by Daimler, GM
Espar Products, manufacturer of fuel-operated heaters, recently announced that it was awarded the Daimler 2013 Masters of Quality award and the GM 2014 Supplier Quality Excellence award. On June 18, representatives from Daimler visited Espar’s facility to present the award to Espar’s team. The award is the highest recognition that DTNA gives to its suppliers,
Looking forward to 2017 greenhouse gas standards
While many fleets are still adapting to the vehicle equipment changes brought about by the 2014 federal government’s greenhouse gas (GHG 14) standards—which added sophistication and expense to the new trucks equipped to meet the mandate—truck OEMs are tooling up to tweak engines and aerodynamics on trucks for the GHG 17 emissions and fuel efficiency
Detroit announces new medium-duty engines
Photo caption: Martin Daum (center), president and chief executive officer of Daimler Trucks of North America, announced the Detroit DD5 and DD8 medium-duty engines. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) announced that it will offer Detroit medium-duty engines beginning in 2016. The new engines, branded the Detroit DD5 and DD8, will allow DTNA to further expand
Integrated powertrains maximize fuel efficiency
“Traditionally, there has been an understanding in the industry that excellent drivers develop skill sets to operate equipment in a way that generates good fuel mileage,” says Mario Sanchez, technical sales support director at Cummins. “Even the best drivers are not consistent all the time, however, and as fleets continue to struggle to retain and
Think air-quality for performance
Like an athlete tasked with performing an amazing feat, engine performance is just as dependent on air-quality to deliver top performance and power. Today’s engines utilize high-tech filters to cleanse fuel, oil and intake air from dust, water and other impurities that can severely decrease engine performance over time. One of the easiest ways to
