TPS StaffTrailersTrailer orders leapt forward in September“While this certainly is a welcome sign ... one month of robust orders does not guarantee the full year. It’s still too early in the new year order season to call,” says ACT Research's Jennifer McNealy.October 18, 2023New product releasesClarience enhances Road Ready light out detection systemClarience Technologies has introduced a new in-line configuration option of its popular Road Ready Light Out Detection System (LODS), expanding coverage of Road Ready LODS to now include every trailer type.October 17, 2023Battery electricVolvo continues expansion of Certified EV Dealer networkVolvo Trucks North America recently confirmed that 11 dealership locations in the U.S. and Canada have become Certified EV Dealer network.October 17, 2023Growth strategiesPalmer Trucks adds TRP store“We are excited to expand our regional footprint as a trusted source for commercial truck parts and repairs. Having parts on hand and ready maximizes uptime for local ag customers, work trucks and municipal fleets who frequent this area.”October 17, 2023BusinessVIPAR Heavy Duty kicks off IMPACT Conference with organizational updateVIPAR Heavy Duty formally kicked off its 2023 IMPACT Conference in Marco Island, Fla., with a general session that addressed the group's health and initiatives planned for 2024 and beyond.October 16, 2023TelematicsClarience debuts data platform, teases future enhancementsClarience Technologies is now making its Fus1on data platform commercially available to customers external to the company, while concurrently expanding its capabilities as the company already begins work on Fus1on 2.0.October 16, 2023Business operationsKarmak recognizes customer success and longevity at exciting conferenceKarmak recently hosted its 52nd Conference & Expo at the historic Union Station Hotel in St. Louis, Mo.October 16, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Leaky fuel tank risk hits Paccar tractorsThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).October 16, 2023Supplier UpdatesAuto suppliers increase layoffs due to UAW strikesA survey conducted by MEMA Original Equipment Suppliers recently uncovered an increase in layoffs in the manufacturing sector, at least partially due to ongoing strikes between the United Auto Workers (UAW) and major U.S. auto manufacturers.October 13, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsMcMahon Truck Centers acquires Indiana location"We are thrilled to welcome the many new associates of Andy Mohr Truck Center into to the McMahon Truck Center family,” says Mike McMahon, CEO and co-owner of McMahon Truck Centers.October 13, 2023Previous PagePage 217 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
