TPS StaffSupplier UpdatesGreat Dane recognizes top suppliersGreat Dane recently recognized its top supplier partners during the ninth Annual Supplier Summit and Awards held in Savannah, Ga.November 6, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Kenworth trucks have seat belt connection issueThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).November 6, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsVelocity expands in Canada, adding a dozen stores“We are very excited to welcome the First Truck Centre team to what is the most comprehensive commercial vehicle sales, service and support network in North America,” say Brad Fauvre and Conan Barker, co-presidents of Velocity Truck Centers.November 3, 2023ProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Oct. 30 to Nov. 5, 2023.November 3, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Oct. 30, 2023.November 3, 2023Outlook and BenchmarkingCummins revenues up 15 percent in third quarter“We delivered solid profitability and record operating cash flow in the third quarter,” said Jennifer Rumsey, Cummins chair and CEO.November 2, 2023WorkforceProcede, Bridgestone named top companies to work for by Women in TruckingProcede Software has been recognized as a 2023 "Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation" by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).November 1, 2023Supplier UpdatesMEMA issues statement on UAW and Detroit tentative strike resolutions"The strike significantly impacted the supplier community with almost 40% of the surveyed suppliers reporting some layoffs during the strike period. We expect the ramp up of the Detroit Three OEM facilities to progress over the coming weeks."November 1, 2023New product releasesFontaine introduces 'smart' fifth wheel“Think of it as a fifth wheel with a brain,” says Juan Hernandez, Fontaine vice president of Sales and Marketing. “It utilizes advanced sensors to monitor the fifth wheel lock position every time you couple or de-couple from a trailer.”October 31, 2023New product releasesThe new products introduced into the trucking industry in OctoberThe new products introduced into the trucking industry in OctoberOctober 31, 2023Previous PagePage 213 of 1590Next 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
