TPS StaffMergers & AcquisitionsMarket moves: Dealers busy expanding in OctoberAfter a slow September, transactions picked up in case dramatically in October. Dealers were the most active, though the aftermarket and supplier sectors also saw a few acquisitions by growing players.October 31, 2023Freight demandFreight market likely to stay soft in final months of 2023“We continue to expect the freight cycle to turn once capacity tightens, but early signs of 2024 equipment production suggest that may be a while,” says Tim Denoyer, ACT Research’s vice president and senior analyst.October 30, 2023New product releasesDayton introduces aftermarket emissions partsDayton Parts has expanded its heavy-duty aftermarket product line, adding several new part numbers including several emissions and aftertreatment components.October 30, 2023New product releasesTub O' Towels introduces spray bottle cleaner and degreaserTub O’ Towels has expanded its heavy-duty cleaner product line to include a cleaner and degreaser in a spray bottle, ideal for grease and grime found in service shops, oil change bays, engine or transmission shops and more.October 30, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Minor recalls for Mack, Autocar and Altec vehiclesThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).October 30, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Oct. 23, 2023.October 27, 2023ProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Oct. 23-29, 2023.October 27, 2023Business 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, 2023Previous PagePage 235 of 1611Next PageTop StoriesClass 7-8Production begins on all-new Volvo VNRVolvo begins production on new regional-haul VNR.IndustryEPA eliminates basis for GHG emission regsHealth & wellnessRising health care costs a major obstacle for small businessesEquipmentBill introduced in Congress to require side underride guardsFeatured SponsorSetting the Right Parts Margin: A Guide for Heavy-Duty Truck Repair Shops
