Talbert Manufacturing shows off customized 70SA-RC-RA trailer at CONEXPO
The trailer’s design features a flip extension to accommodate a tri-axle Jeep dolly, allowing for maximum load configurations, according to Talbert.

Hyundai Translead announces Preferred Service Provider maintenance program
Hyundai Translead has announced the Preferred Service Provider (PSP) program, designed to provide customers with a network of qualified technicians at authorized service facilities in North America. Hyundai Translead says this program provides its customers the best possible maintenance service for their equipment. With more than 130 locations nationwide, the PSP program allows for ease

Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. emissions down in sustainability performance report
Utility Trailer Manufacturing Co. has announced results from a third-party sustainability performance report conducted by Ramboll, an engineering, design and consultancy company. The report highlights Utility’s environmental, health and safety performance.

ACT Research: U.S. trailer production robust, indications show component supply challenges easing
Trailer industry net orders continued the year-over-year slide that began at the end of 2018, now negative for seven consecutive months, with preliminary July data showing that trend continuing.

Daseke announces CEO transition and new executive chairman
Daseke’s board of directors has appointed Chris Easter, its chief operating offcer, as interim chief executive officer, effective immediately. Daseke will work with Easter in an advisory capacity while the board conducts a search for a permanent CEO.

Schneider launches intermodal service in Barstow, California
Schneider has recently begun offering intermodal services at the BNSF Barstow, California ramp.

Schneider given CargoNet’s 2019 Best in Cargo Security Award
Schneider has been recognized within the transportation industry for its security practices as the recipient of CargoNet’s Best in Cargo Security Award in the Large Carrier category.

Morgan Truck Body adds new Ohio plant
Morgan Truck Body, LLC is adding a new facility is located at 600 East Chestnut St. in Orrville, Ohio, approximately 30 minutes west of Canton.

Stoughton Trailers adds Pace Transportation to dealer network
Stoughton Trailers has signed Pace Transportation, bringing 40 years of sales and leasing expertise to to its dealer network.

Schneider launches intermodal service in Indianapolis
In June, Schneider began offering intermodal services at the CSX Indianapolis ramp.

How implementing trailer tracking systems can streamline operations
With industry challenges such as driver shortages and high levels of equipment utilization, efficiently managing trailers is more critical than ever.

Determining how much trailers really cost
Purchase price is sometimes the only factor buyers consider when evaluating the cost of a heavy-haul trailer. The initial cost, however, can be misleading when considered alone.
