TPS StaffOutlook and BenchmarkingACT Research offers truck, trailer forecast updateACT Research in the latest release of its North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook report that expectations for Class 8 and trailers remain relatively the same in November.November 14, 2023Technician trainingAmerican Isuzu techs take second in global contestIsuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA) announced recently its U.S. team of service technicians placed second in the 18th Annual Isuzu World Technical Competition, also known as the I-1 Grand Prix.November 13, 2023Growth strategiesNew parts distribution facility opens in New Jersey"We are excited to build a great company that our employees and vendor partners will be proud of," says CEO John Ferry. "Our goal is to create value to the customer and we understand that our people are our most valuable asset."November 13, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Reflective issue for travel trailers; Minor Autocar, Mack and DTNA recallsThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).November 13, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Nov. 6, 2023.November 10, 2023ProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Nov. 6-12, 2023.November 10, 2023New product releasesNew truck guards from HerdHerd has announced innovative new versions of its popular legacy products, the Texas and Big Tex Truck Guards.November 9, 2023BusinessVIPAR Heavy Duty enjoys record setting IMPACT conferenceThe VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies’ 2023 IMPACT Conference raised the bar: the largest number of attendees, a record-breaking astronaut, biggest trade show and the first time bringing together of the Power Heavy Duty and VIPAR Heavy Duty networks.November 9, 2023New product releasesNew Leece-Neville starter motorAn all-new PowerPro Extreme 7.5 starter motor is available from Leece-NevilleHeavy Duty Systems, delivering 24-volt coverage and 7.5kW of starting power for 6.0 to 12.0L engines.November 8, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsConMet acquires maker of TruckWings“TruckLabs’ innovative TruckWings product is an ideal addition to ConMet’s portfolio,” says John Waters, president of ConMet. “Their technology ... aligns well with our goal of providing OEMs and fleets with forward-thinking, profitable solutions.”November 7, 2023Previous PagePage 196 of 1575Next PageTop StoriesClass 7-8Volvo opens order board for all-new VNRVolvo Trucks North America on Tuesday officially opened orders for its all-new Volvo VNR, designed for regional and urban haul.IndustryCARB proposes return to prior emission standardsComponentsChoosing the right valves for trailersTrailersTrailer orders bearish in AugustBusinessFree trade is dead; tariffs vital for government revenue
