TPS StaffBusiness operationsOptiCat launches global e-business platformJNPSoft OptiCat has launched its TecAlliance TecCom global e-business platform for the aftermarket in North America.October 25, 2023Used trucksDTNA launches used truck extended coverage package“With Extended OPTIMUM, customers now get protection for their investment and the peace of mind that comes with DTNA’s extended coverage, comparable to the original base warranty,” says DTNA's Kelly Gedert.October 25, 2023BusinessNTEA releases schedule for Work Truck Week 2024NTEA – The Work Truck Association has released the full Work Truck Week 2024 schedule and opened registration and housing for North America’s largest work truck event. The event will be held March 5-8, 2024, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.October 25, 2023Supplier UpdatesRaybestos has new websiteRaybestos this week launched a new website featuring an enhanced user experience.October 25, 2023Outlook and BenchmarkingPaccar announces record net income in third quarterPaccar CEO Preston Feight says Paccar's third quarter results “reflect excellent Truck, Parts and Other gross margins of 19.5% and strong Paccar Parts profits.”October 24, 2023Freight demandTruck tonnage slips again in September“While it is likely a bottom has been hit in truck freight tonnage, there could still be choppy waters ahead as the freight market remains volatile,” says ATA Chief Economist Bob Costello.October 24, 2023Growth strategiesStertil-Koni adds distributor in ColoradoStertil-Koni has added Optimized Distributor Partners (ODP), a family-owned and operated automotive equipment distribution and service company located in Commerce City, Colo., to its exclusive North American distributor network.October 24, 2023Outlook and BenchmarkingACT Research sees some positives in September trailer dataDark clouds have loomed over the trailer market in recent months. ACT Research reported Tuesday that while those clouds haven't gone away, there are some reasons to finally be positive about the market this month.October 24, 2023Supplier UpdatesMEMA survey details supplier layoff concernsMEMA's Original Equipment Suppliers says its most recent survey indicates the vehicle supply base continues to feel impacts from the ongoing strike between the UAW and Detroit’s Big Three manufacturers.October 23, 2023New product releasesMarathon Brake Systems introduces new brake componentsMarathon Brake Systems introduces DISCSTAR new air disc brake calipers and chambers.October 23, 2023Previous PagePage 199 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
