TPS StaffMergers & AcquisitionsMarket moves: Dealers make tactical moves to expand regional, national operationsNovember was another slower month for acquisitions in the dealer, aftermarket and supplier sectors. Yet though only a few deals were announced, all were substantial.November 29, 2024TrailersTrailer cancelations down in OctoberACT Research announced final October net trailer orders, at 16,900 units Monday, up 40% from September, but 52% below the level accepted in October 2023.November 26, 2024Service and repairRegistration open for 2025 TMC Annual MeetingATA has opened registration for the Technology & Maintenance Council’s (TMC) 2025 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.November 26, 2024Supplier UpdatesNTN team commits to community supportNTN Bearing Corporation of America recently held a Community Spirit & Engagement Event at The Grove in Glenview, Ill.November 26, 2024Outlook and BenchmarkingParts sales indicator falls againThe parts business slipped again in September and October as a soft freight environment continues to limit parts sales opportunities, Commercial Vehicle Motor Consulting (CMVC) reports.November 26, 2024Inventory managementDaimler enhances supply chain operationsDaimler Truck North America and Daimler Truck Financial Services have partnered with Plug and Play, a global innovation platform headquartered in Silicon Valley, to drive transformative change in the supply chain, logistics and trucking sectors.November 25, 2024WorkforceBendix employee receives Department of Defense awardKeith McComsey, director of air brake systems and products at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems in Avon, Ohio, was recognized with the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve office Patriot Award.November 25, 2024EquipmentRecall report: GM vans have rear camera issueThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).November 25, 2024Mergers & AcquisitionsNextran announces acquisition, adding five locationsNextran Truck Centers has acquired Quincy Mack, Decatur Mack, and H&L Mack, a well-respected Mack Trucks dealer with five locations across Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa.November 25, 2024TrailersNTDA launching political action committeeThe National Trailer Dealers Association (NTDA) has launched a political action committee that will enable members the opportunity to actively engage in the political process and advocate for the trailer industry.November 22, 2024Previous PagePage 94 of 1587Next 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
