TPS StaffAlternative powerCummins' Rumsey to keynote 2023 Green Truck SummitRumsey's presentation will be followed by a full slate of sessions addressing the evolution of the commercial vehicle landscape as the shift toward zero emissions accelerates.November 16, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsKarmak announces key acquisition of Truckmore"Unlocking customer data in the DMS and making it available for both the dealerships and their customers is key to increasing customer retention and driving storewide profitability," says Jim Allen, Karmak CEO.November 16, 2022New product releasesNew style expands work truck portfolio with option for contractors“Our goal is to provide our customers with a flexible, safe, and durable design,” says Eric McNally, vice president of sales and marketing at Reading Truck. “It’s a really great option for our customers who are seeking a versatile workhorse."November 15, 2022Battery electricVolvo Group partnering with Pilot for national charging infrastructureVolvo Group, the parent company for Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks, announced Tuesday it has signed a Letter of Intent with Pilot Company on public charging infrastructure buildout.November 15, 2022IndicatorsUsed market volume contraction continuesRetail sales volumes continued their downswing in October, ACT Research announced Tuesday.November 15, 2022Sales coaching/trainingWyakin expands capabilities to support veteran career path developmentThe Wyakin Foundation announces it recently expanded its vision to include the areas of skilled trade.November 14, 2022Growth strategiesW.W. Williams bolsters its Guaranteed Truck Service networkW.W. Williams Company announces Desert Fleet-Serv (DFS) and A&C Mobile Truck Service, both Williams companies, have become a part of the Guaranteed Truck Service (GTS) network of locations operating across the county.November 14, 2022Outlook and BenchmarkingPanelists announced for 2023 HD Aftermarket Dialogue segmentThe Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA) and MacKay & Company have announced panelists for the “Real World View Presented by the Heavy Duty Business Forum” presentation at the upcoming 2023 Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue (HDAD).November 14, 2022IndicatorsACT Research shows bullishness on final months of 2022ACT Research revised its commercial vehicle forecast in a positive manner last week, the company announced in its most recent North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook report.November 14, 2022EquipmentRecall report: Reflection issue leads to recall of nearly 3,000 travel trailersThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).November 14, 2022Previous PagePage 319 of 1589Next PageTop StoriesOutlook and BenchmarkingFTR sees further slowing in economy entering 2026Idling, if not sinking, economy will keep pressure on heavy equipment purchasing, FTR says.Class 7-8October truck orders fall despite month’s historic strengthCommentaryHere’s what I’m hearing about the marketSupplier UpdatesWebb, Dana agree to long-term partnershipGrowth strategiesU.S. fleet added carriers, reduced equipment in Q3
