TPS StaffSupplier UpdatesCarrier's eCool reefer system recognized as a top innovationCarrier Transicold’s all-electric, fully autonomous Vector eCool trailer refrigeration system, was recently recognized by Environment + Energy Leader as a Top Product of the Year for 2022.July 20, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsInterstate Companies expands into CaliforniaInterstate Companies has reached an agreement to purchase the assets of Lodi Truck & Equipment in Sacramento, Calif. The deal adds momentum to Interstate’s growing final stage manufacturing business.July 20, 2022BusinessWest Michigan International donates more than $14,000 to local charitiesWest Michigan International, K&R Truck Sales and Idealease of West Michigan held their annual parts charity campaign during the months of May and June. This year the campaign was to raise money for Samaritan’s Purse and Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.July 20, 2022Supplier UpdatesPaccar Parts recognizes top Kenworth and Peterbilt dealers at meetingPaccar Parts, Kenworth Truck Company and Peterbilt Motors Company recently held their 2022 Parts and Service Meeting in Denver, which included an awards ceremony recognizing dealer achievements and performance.July 20, 2022Growth strategiesInland Kenworth's new TRP storeInland Kenworth recently announced the opening of its sixth TRP-only store. The new store is located at 124 Market Place, Escondido, CA 92029.July 19, 2022Mergers & AcquisitionsVelocity Truck Centers expands into Kentucky marketVelocity Truck Centers (VTC) announced Tuesday the company has further expanded into the Mid-South with the acquisition of Kentucky Freightliner Trucks.July 19, 2022Trucks & TrailersLion Electric Trucks eligible for funding from Canada incentives programLion Electric Company customers in Canada can receive up to $150,000 in funding under Transport Canada’s Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-duty Zero-Emission Vehicles Program.July 19, 2022EquipmentRecall report: Four recalls for RV manufacturer; Fire risk hits Super Duty trucksThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).July 18, 2022Growth strategiesTrivista adding Fruehauf trailer brandTrivista Companies is expanding its product line by becoming an authorized dealer for Fruehauf, based in Bowling Green, Ky.July 18, 2022TrailersJune trailer orders fall without build capacityJune was a continuation of the status quo for new new trailer production, ACT Research and FTR report. The firms say until build slots and production capacity grow, orders are likely to remain steady but inconsiderable — considering demand.July 18, 2022Previous PagePage 355 of 1588Next PageTop StoriesClass 7-8October truck orders fall despite month’s historic strengthEven the month of October couldn’t turn around softening medium- and heavy-duty truck orders.CommentaryHere’s what I’m hearing about the marketSupplier UpdatesWebb, Dana agree to long-term partnershipGrowth strategiesU.S. fleet added carriers, reduced equipment in Q3Mergers & AcquisitionsFleetPride, TruckPro merging
