TPS StaffBusinessVIPAR bringing family of companies together at upcoming IMPACT ConferenceThe VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies announces its annual IMPACT Conference in October is expected to bring together approximately 800 attendees representing the network’s distributors, supplier partners and business associates.July 25, 2023IndicatorsClouds on horizon for trailer market?“Conversations with industry stakeholders the past few weeks revealed while they remain relatively optimistic about 2024, there was an acknowledgement of increasingly challenging conditions for customers and dealers,” says ACT Research's Jennifer McNealy.July 25, 2023Supplier UpdatesSAF-Holland opens aftermarket PDC“With this state-of-the-art facility, we can stock a broad product range, ensure appropriate stock levels for fast moving parts and increase our response time,” says Matt Wolfe, vice president and general manager.July 25, 2023New product releasesTransTec now offers bonded pistonsFreudenberg-NOK bonded pistons are made in TransTec's New Hampshire facility.July 24, 2023WorkforceReyco Granning has new president“Curt’s background and commercial experience makes him the ideal champion to execute our revenue growth initiatives; “Reyco has a very bright future under Curt’s leadership,” says John Stuart, who will retire as president on Aug. 12.July 24, 2023New product releasesMileMaker launches new version of mileage, routing API"This exciting development marks a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering state-of-the-art technology to our valued customers," says John Barrett, director of product.July 24, 2023Battery electricLion Electric opens commercial vehicle production line in IllinoisAt full scale, Lion Electric says the plant has an estimated production capacity of 20,000 vehicles per year in a combination of both buses and trucks, which the company estimates should require around 1,400 skilled workers.July 24, 2023EquipmentRecall report: Nova Bus transit buses hit with two callbacksThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).July 24, 2023IndustryCVSN and members speak to state legislature regarding right to repairThe Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) and member companies FleetPride and Total Truck Parts of Florida were active in Massachusetts, speaking to state's legislature regarding right to repair and the importance of the independent service channel.July 21, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of July 17 2023.July 21, 2023Previous PagePage 241 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
