TPS StaffService and repairFullbay solicits input for state of the repair industry surveyWith the intent of elevating the industry, by sharing knowledge, best practices to overcoming common challenges, and more, Fullbay says it wants to hear from shop owners on several topics including part shortages, industry trends, finances, and more.September 21, 2022Hydrogen fuel cellVolvo readying for customer tests of fuel cell trucksVolvo says hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric trucks will be especially suitable for long distance and heavy, energy-demanding assignments. They could also be an option in countries where battery charging possibilities are limited.September 21, 2022TrailersTrailer orders steady in AugustTrailer orders were steady in August, ACT Research and FTR announced this week, with little change from July's final numbers. The firms do, however, anticipate build rates will increase in the months ahead.September 21, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsJM Family Enterprises acquires National Truck ProtectionJM Family Enterprises recently made another significant investment in its growth strategy with the acquisition of National Truck Protection (NTP).September 20, 2022Class 3-6Harbinger continues making news, partners with AutelAutel Energy will support Harbinger’s pilot program customers with flexible charging solutions in addition to supporting fleet customers long-term with charging support that interfaces directly with Harbinger’s fleet management interfaces.September 20, 2022VocationalShark Tank's Robert Herjavec to keynote Work Truck Week 2023Entrepreneur, author, and star of Shark Tank Robert Herjavec will be the keynote speaker at the during Work Truck Week 2023, NTEA announced Tuesday.September 20, 2022Growth strategiesPalmer Trucks opens parts store in Kentucky"We look forward to leading the community in commercial vehicle parts with a trusted, reliable and proven product line, complete with local delivery," says TRP Calvert City General Manager Chris Goad.September 20, 2022Supplier UpdatesBattle Motors completes factory expansionIn tripling its factory footprint, Battle Motors Founder and CEO Michael Patterson says the investment "represents the most ambitious chapter yet in the 75-year history of this company."September 20, 2022Supplier UpdatesYokohama plant, workers union ink new contractYokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia (YTMV) announced today it has agreed in principle on a new four-year contract with United Steelworkers (USW) Local 1023.September 20, 2022Supplier UpdatesDaimler names Masters of Quality supplier awardsThe award honors the top components and services suppliers to Freightliner and Western Star trucks, DTNA says.September 19, 2022Previous PagePage 335 of 1588Next 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
