TPS StaffTelematicsNoregon expands JPRO into off-highway sector“Many of our customers service both on and off-highway assets and were disappointed by the lack of user-friendly diagnostic tools available for off-highway equipment. We saw this opportunity,” says Noregon’s President and COO Pam Marion.March 23, 2023Supplier UpdatesWilson has new website for starters, alternators"We are very excited to introduce our new Wilson website,” says Jeff Lewicki, BBB’s vice president of sales, Canada. “Our new website is designed to deliver a more user-friendly experience so our customers can locate the information they need quickly.”March 23, 2023IndustryFive industry groups join forces to create Clean Freight Coalition"America’s truck dealers have an amazing story to tell regarding today’s clean and green trucks," says Scott McCandless, chairman of ATD and president of McCandless Truck Center. "The new Clean Freight Coalition will help us share this story."March 23, 2023IndicatorsACT Research offers update on backlog to build ratiosACT Vice President and Senior Analyst Eric Crawford says the Class 8 backlog to build ratio remains flat on a seasonally adjusted basis at 7.8 months. "Trucking industry demand rolls on seemingly unabated."March 22, 2023MaintenanceTechnology takes center stage at TMC's Annual MeetingAs expected, ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Annual Meeting this month was a busy one. Technology took center stage for the majority of the event. If you weren't able to attend or missed our voluminous coverage, here's our event recap.March 22, 2023Technician trainingBendix online brake school hits milestoneBendix On-Line Brake School is celebrating 10 years in operation in 2023. The online curriculum now offers more than 100 courses, delivering expert, accessible instruction and technical education to the trucking industry.March 22, 2023TrailersNATDA named one of fastest growing trade showsThe North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) reports its NATDA Trailer Show has been named to the annual The Next 50 list of fastest growing trade shows by Trade Show Executive magazine.March 22, 2023Supplier UpdatesAperia adds funding partner to continue business growth“We’re thrilled to gain an operational- and impact-focused partner in Lime Rock New Energy to scale our reach into new markets and to advance our platform and value proposition to our customers,” says Aperia CEO Josh Carter.March 22, 2023Supplier UpdatesPaccar names top suppliersPaccar recently recognized its suppliers who exceed Paccar’s 10 ppm quality standard, or the equivalent of 10 defective parts for every million components shipped to Paccar.March 21, 2023MaintenanceWorkhorse Group building EV dealer networkWorkhorse Group launches its new Certified Dealer Program, an initiative to develop an official network of verified dealers that have passed the protocols necessary to safely repair and maintain the electric components of the company's vehicles.March 21, 2023Previous PagePage 282 of 1590Next PageTop StoriesMergers & AcquisitionsTLG acquires eight storesThe Larson Group (TLG) has acquired Performance Peterbilt, effective Nov. 17, 2025. The move adds eight locations to the TLG network and expands the company’s services into three new states.Outlook 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 marketSupplier UpdatesWebb, Dana agree to long-term partnership
