TPS StaffBattery electricNikola streamlining operations, moves battery production to ArizonaNikola Corporation is moving its battery manufacturing from Cypress, Calif. to its Coolidge, Ariz. manufacturing facility.January 15, 2023WorkforceVIPAR Heavy sponsoring two HDAW student attendeesVIPAR Heavy Duty will sponsor two Northwood University students attending this year’s Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW), taking place next week in Grapevine, Texas.January 13, 2023BusinessMEMA launches Center for SustainabilityMEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association, has established the Center for Sustainability, a new and vital initiative to support its members as they navigate the increasingly complex processes and requirements of a successful sustainability program.January 13, 2023ProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Jan. 8-14, 2023.January 13, 2023WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Jan. 9, 2023.January 13, 2023New product releasesWorld American's new suspension partsWorld American has added several part numbers to its heavy-duty suspension parts offering.January 12, 2023New product releasesHeavy-duty tire lifting machineWith a capacity to lift tires weighing up to 1,400 lb., LiftWise says the HTH-1400 is fully adjustable to handle tires between 30 and 53 in., and diameter, and up to 19 in., in width.January 12, 2023New product releasesNew heavy-duty steering dampeners from Bulldog HDBulldog HD, a brand of DMA Industries, introduces its new and improved steering dampener.January 12, 2023IndicatorsAftermarket sales indicator shows choppy waters ahead"Three of the six variables that make up PLI were negative in November and the factors that were positive, the improvements are slowing," says CMVC President Chris Brady.January 12, 2023WorkforceCVSN to sponsor 16 interns at HDAW 2023This year 15 different organizations have committed their time and financial resources to give the 16 students the opportunity to experience the industry’s largest trade show first-hand, CVSN says.January 11, 2023Previous PagePage 305 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
