TPS StaffEquipmentVolvo, Mack and Hyundai trailers recall equipmentThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).October 23, 2023Freight demandFreight market hits rougher patch in AugustFTR’s Trucking Conditions Index in August fell to -12.54, down significantly from July’s already negative reading of -5.34. FTR said the sharp decline in conditions for carriers was due to significantly higher fuel prices and weaker freight volume.October 20, 2023Supplier UpdatesDoran Announces Integration with Platform ScienceDoran Manufacturing announces the integration of tire pressure and temperature data with Platform Science to help fleets reduce tire related operating expenses, increase equipment uptime, and improve vehicle safety.October 20, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Oct. 16, 2023.October 20, 2023New product releasesWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Oct. 16-22, 2023.October 20, 2023BusinessSSA holds successful annual conventionThe Service Specialists Association (SSA) held its 2023 convention earlier this month in Burlington, Vermont, and the event was a high mark of the year for many independent heavy-duty truck repair center attendees.October 19, 2023Growth strategiesLove's opens new facility in ArizonaThe new travel stop is located off I-19 (739 E. Frontage Rd. Suite A) and has 113 truck parking spaces, eight diesel service bays and a CAT scaleOctober 19, 2023New product releasesJOSAM releasing new alignment, collision repair productsJOSAM is introducing two new innovative wheel alignment and collision repair products to the North American market at the upcoming 2023 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show in Las Vegas.October 18, 2023Growth strategiesHDA Truck Pride adds Idaho member“Diesel Depot is a thriving family-centered business with a promising future that aligns very well with the core values of HDA Truck Pride,” says Tina Hubbard, President and CEO of HDA Truck Pride.October 18, 2023Used trucksReport indicates September another tough month for used trucksIn this uneven economic year, the used truck market just can't get off the ground.October 18, 2023Previous PagePage 237 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
