TPS StaffBusinessKenworth announces updated dealer councilKenworth Truck Company has named its 2023 Kenworth Dealer Council members. The council features executives representing 461 Kenworth dealerships in the United States and Canada.January 25, 2023Battery electricNikola dealer network expands with Mid-Atlantic dealer"ETHERO takes a collaborative approve to provide a customer-focused turnkey solution that meets the specific requirements for each fleet operator," says Dave Rogers, director, Electric Truck Division, ETHERO Truck + Energy.January 24, 2023WorkforceUniversity of the Aftermarket opens scholarship periodThe University of the Aftermarket Foundation (UAF) reminds students that March 31 is the deadline to submit applications on their Aftermarket Scholarship Central websites at AutomotiveScholarships.com and HeavyDutyScholarships.com.January 24, 2023Growth strategiesVander Haag's enters Texas market“We are excited to bring our quality recycled truck parts to Texas, along with stocking a large array of new and rebuilt components," says Joe McIntire, Vander Haag's chief product officer.January 24, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsFleetPride expands footprint in Florida"FleetPride shares our passion for delivering value and continually creating personal and professional opportunities for our team," says Todd Lewis with TML Truck & Trailer Repair.January 24, 2023Battery electricGeneral Truck Sales announces Mack and Volvo EV Certification“General Truck Sales recognizes society’s growing interest toward alternate energy sources, such as electrified vehicles,” says Steve Bassett, president of General Truck Sales.January 23, 2023BusinessLKQ donates $1 million to charities, including ASE Education FoundationEach of 10 organizations received an initial $50,000 donation, with the remaining $500,000 distributed according to the results of a nationwide vote. The ASE Education Foundation finished third, receiving a total of $113,805.79.January 23, 2023IndicatorsFTR confirms December trailer surgeFTR reported Monday that U.S. trailer net orders jumped in December, hitting a new monthly record of 56,949 units, which barely eclipsed the previous record set in October 2020.January 23, 2023New product releasesGeneral Logistics adds system to capture bill of lading data"Having instant shipment data with DDC Sync allows us to make better advanced scheduling decisions, often resulting in cutting hours out of our linehaul schedule," says Joe Bartone, COO of GLS-US.January 23, 2023EquipmentRecall report: ESC systems, bearing failures lead to callbacksThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).January 23, 2023Previous PagePage 302 of 1589Next 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
