TPS StaffNew product releasesVac-Con releases non-CDL sewer cleaning truck"The non-CDL Titan fills the gap in an evolving industry where operator skills range from beginner to expert," says Bryce Rieger, national sales manager for Vac-Con. "Anyone can drive and operate this machine, which empowers our customers ... "February 21, 2023Battery electricVolvo hits 25 certified EV dealerships"The first 25 dealership locations were the early movers who chose to invest in the certification process so they are prepared to support customers in their region that are interested in deploying battery-electric trucks," says Peter Voorhoeve, president.February 21, 2023New product releasesOil container drainer introduced by JohnDow IndustriesJohnDow Industries recently introduced its newest oil handling product, the oil container drainer to its Service Equipment Division.February 21, 2023Outlook and BenchmarkingDana releases fourth quarter and 2022 year end earnings"Dana continues to successfully execute as front runners in the transformation to a zero-emission world, while taking extraordinary operational actions to serve our customers," says James Kamsickas, Dana chairman and CEO.February 21, 2023Battery electricRepublic, Oshkosh team up for EV integrated waste, recycling truck"Our engagement with Oshkosh on the truck of the future will accelerate the transition of our fleet while providing advanced safety features and technology," says Jon Vander Ark, president and CEO of Republic Services Inc.February 21, 2023BusinessKenworth names 2023 Parts CouncilLeading parts directors and managers from Kenworth dealerships in the U.S. and Canada focus on enhancing parts quality and customer support for truck operators and fleets.February 21, 2023EquipmentCrash risk sidelines 69K Daimler trucks; Ram recalls 302K for fire riskThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).February 20, 2023New product releasesNew flange nuts from World AmericanWorld American has added more than a dozen flange nuts for light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks to its product line.February 17, 2023Service and repairKenworth names 2023 Service CouncilThe Service Council works with Kenworth to support customer experience throughout the dealer network in the U.S. and Canada, primarily through the Kenworth PremierCare program.February 17, 2023TrailersTrailer orders see minor, logical slip in January“Nearly as soon as a build slot is available, there is a fleet ready to fill it with an order. Demand remains strong, and with the backlog-to-build ratio near the 10-month mark, on average, fleets needing trailers continue to stay the course.”February 17, 2023Previous PagePage 293 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
