TPS StaffProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Dec. 26-31, 2022.December 30, 2022New product releasesHD Group introduces fluid diagnostics kitThe kit is designed to identify conditions of fluids, providing results and a record to cover the benefits of performing needed fluid services. The results are verified within 120 seconds of fluid testing.December 30, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsMarket moves: Dealers and FleetPride finalize purchases as year closesTrucking's supplier, dealer and distributor channels saw a number of transactions close in December — likely as business owners were eager to complete purchases before the close of the calendar year.December 30, 2022TrailersTrailer order backlog normalizing; demand still excellent in NovemberACT Research's Jennifer McNealy says backlogs are “resuming growth in line with typical seasonality, as orders flow in as more OEMs open or expand their 2023 build slot offerings. We expect this trend to continue.”December 29, 2022BusinessVIPAR Heavy Duty makes charitable donationsVIPAR Heavy Duty continued its tradition of giving to the Wyakin Foundation and other charitable causes, including those in need in the aftermarket industry and local charities.December 28, 2022EquipmentRecall report: Suspension bracket issue leads to 15K unit Paccar recallThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).December 26, 2022WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Dec. 19, 2022.December 26, 2022BusinessMid-State Truck has successful Toys for Tots campaignMid-State Truck Service recently concluded its 14th year of supporting the Toys for Tots program with Truckers for Tots.December 25, 2022Growth strategiesJX Truck Center to open new Michigan facility“JX Truck Center-Gaylord will provide customers with expanded services and a modern facility with amenities and styling that enhance the total JX Customer Xperience,” says JX Operations Manager Micah Herin.December 25, 2022WorkforceHenry the Elf visits H.K. Truck CenterThe holiday season made its way to H.K. Truck Center last week with a visit from Henry the Holiday Elf.December 25, 2022Previous PagePage 309 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
