TPS StaffOutlook and BenchmarkingFTR: Trucking Conditions Index sees bump from fuel prices in November"Unfortunately for carriers, November's market conditions likely were the least unfavorable that they will be through at least the first half of this year, barring another sustained slide in diesel prices," says Avery Vise, FTR.January 19, 2024Supplier UpdatesAccuride announces new inflation ratings for steel wheelsAccuride Corporation Friday announced Accuride’s steel wheel part numbers 51408, 51487 and 51637 have been tested and approved for a new increased tire inflation rate of 125 psi.January 19, 2024Growth strategiesPremier Truck Group announces relocation of Amarillo dealership"Our new Amarillo facility is significantly more customer focused than our previous facility that had been in operation since 1985," says Premier Group President Ron Long.January 19, 2024IndustryWork Truck Week adds session on CARB regulations"Understanding and Working with CARB Regulations" will be held on Wednesday, March 6.January 19, 2024Supplier UpdatesIndustry urges Congress to pass R&D deductible fixAutomotive and heavy-duty manufacturers sent a letter to Congress this week urging lawmakers to pass legislation including the restoration of full, first-year deductibility for research and development (R&D) expenses.January 19, 2024New product releasesWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Jan. 15-21, 2024.January 18, 2024TrailersFTR: Trailer orders rose in December"With orders coming in above production levels, backlogs in December rose somewhat, increasing by more than 3,000 units to more than 143,300 units in total," says Eric Starks, FTR chairman of the board.January 18, 2024Growth strategiesBlaine Brothers opens new TruckAline facilityBlaine Brothers TruckAline is excited to announce its new 48,000 sq.-ft., facility located at the Southeast corner of Highway 97 and I-35 in Columbus, Minn.January 17, 2024Technician trainingKEA Advisors, Pittsburg State University announce diesel, heavy equipment scholarshipKEA Advisors and Pittsburg State University Foundation, Inc., announces the establishment of the KEA Advisors/Mark Martincic Diesel Commercial Truck Endowed Scholarship.January 17, 2024Supplier UpdatesZF OnGuardMAX and OnSideALERT systems come to North America"Nikola and ZF are recognized pioneers in our respective spheres and it makes sense to come together to provide the best zero-emissions truck in the market," says Pedro Garcia, Nikola's global head of product development.January 17, 2024Previous PagePage 196 of 1591Next PageTop StoriesIndustryEPA won't delay 2027 NOx rule, but plans 'major changes'The EPA says it will maintain its 2027 NOx timeline, citing a need to protect health and avoid market distortions.Mergers & AcquisitionsTLG acquires eight storesOutlook and BenchmarkingFTR sees further slowing in economy entering 2026Class 7-8October truck orders fall despite month’s historic strengthCommentaryHere’s what I’m hearing about the market
