TPS StaffTrailersTrailer orders showed little change in August“Demand may be softening, but it’s not gone. The next few months should provide more illumination on the 2024 outlook, as orders move from the current negotiation stage into booked business.”September 18, 2023Growth strategiesCSM adds new Kenworth dealership in Michigan"We are proud to announce the opening of our newest dealership in Detroit," says Bill Kozek CEO of CSM Companies. "As a leading provider of Kenworth trucks, we are committed to providing our customers with the best service and support."September 18, 2023Trucks & TrailersSettlement reached in Canadian Navistar MaxxForce engine class actionMembers of the class are Canadian residents, excluding Quebec, who on or before Feb. 24, 2022, purchased or leased 2011-2014 Navistar vehicles with a MaxxForce 11-, 13- or 15-liter engine using EGR technology.September 18, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Ford's park pawl issue; Paccar and DTNA also issue recallsThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):September 18, 2023Battery electricNew electric truck for intermodal, port operationsOrange EV introduces its new HUSK-e Series terminal truck, designed forport and intermodal operations.September 15, 2023New product releasesNew jack stands for service shopsDesigned to address technician and servicing needs head-on, the S012 stands are universal for most vehicles and ideal for mid-size, heavy-duty vehicles, OTC says.September 15, 2023Growth strategiesNikola grows dealer network in CanadaNikola Corporation, via the HYLA brand, announced Friday an expansion of its dealer network into Canada for its Class 8 truck sales and service coverage with the addition of ITD Industries Inc.September 15, 2023WorkforceVolvo Trucks announces changes to Canadian leadershipVolvo Trucks North America announces the appointment of Matthew Blackman as the new regional vice president of Canada, effective October 1, 2023.September 14, 2023Used trucks'Uncharacteristically large' boost to used truck sales in August"The uncharacteristically large improvement this month is likely a reflection of the increased availability of units at more attractive prices," says Steve Tam, ACT vice president.September 14, 2023Supplier UpdatesEaton to be global distributor of Traxen iQ-Cruise systemEaton announced Thursday an exclusive global alliance with Michigan-based technology developer Traxen to sell, distribute, service, and provide installation support for their cutting-edge iQ-Cruise systemSeptember 14, 2023Previous PagePage 209 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
