TPS StaffIndicatorsACT Research expresses market positivity new outlook reportThe latest release ACT Research's North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook expressed mild optimism for the commercial vehicle sector in 2023 despite minor headwinds.January 11, 2023Service and repairHD Repair Forum returning to Texas in AprilThe HD Repair Forum is the only collision-focused event for medium- and heavy-duty repairers, making it a must-attend event for collision shop owners, managers, lead technicians and estimators.January 11, 2023Supplier UpdatesKnapheide reaches 175-year milestoneIn celebration of its 175th year, Knapheide will showcase its heritage display at the NTEA Work Truck Show in March and host a special company picnic in September.January 10, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsBruckner's Truck & Equipment acquires Cabin Diesel"With this acquisition, we look forward to serving more parts and service customers in Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri," says Bruckner's President Brian Bruckner.January 10, 2023Supplier UpdatesConMet, Stephens Pneumatics partner for tank trailers"The ConMet Digital services complement our high level of expertise, reliability and service that our clients have come to associate with the Stephens name," says Stephens Pneumatics President Stan Stephens.January 10, 2023Growth strategiesTLG breaks ground on new full-service facility“We are excited for this new opportunity which would not be possible without the support of our customers and dedicated employees,” says LTG President and CEO Glenn Larson.January 10, 2023New product releasesHogebuilt debuts new brackets for Paccar modelsHogebuilt introduces a new line of front mounting brackets for half tandem fenders specific to Peterbilt and Kenworth suspensions.January 9, 2023Growth strategiesCSM adds TRP store in Florida"Expanding the CSM footprint is critical, but only if it allows us to provide superior customer service, which this does. Florida is an important region for us," says Bill Kozek, CEO, CSM Companies.January 9, 2023Mergers & AcquisitionsStoops adds new Western Star facility“On behalf of the entire Stoops team, I’d like to offer our sincerest thanks to Dan and Sue Walters for the great service they have provided to the trucking and transportation community over the past 36 years,” says Brian McCoy, Stoops Western Star.January 9, 2023Growth strategiesJX Truck Center opens new Michigan dealershipThe renovated dealership, just off Interstate 75, offers parts, maintenance and repairs, rental and leasing and pre-owned sales.January 9, 2023Previous PagePage 306 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
