TRUCKS, PARTS, SERVICE ™ Staff (TPS)WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of Sept. 18, 2023.September 22, 2023ProductsWeekly new product roundupHere’s a glimpse at the new products introduced to the trucking industry for the week of Sept. 18-24, 2023.September 22, 2023Growth strategiesLove's adds location in ArkansasLove’s Travel Stops has opened a second location in Prescott, Ark. The new location in Prescott is located off I-30 at 2005 Highway 19 North.September 21, 2023Technician trainingPeterbilt supporting veterans transitioning out of military service into tech careersPeterbilt has partnered with Transition Overwatch to assist transitioning military talent leverage their transferable skills into service technician careers within the Peterbilt dealer network.September 21, 2023Growth strategiesTexas business joins Power Heavy Duty“B Truck & Trailer is a strong parts and service competitor in the four-state area [Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas] they do business, providing exceptional customer service and a broad array of solutions,” says Jim Pennig with VIPAR Heavy Duty.September 21, 2023Outlook and BenchmarkingNTEA releases updated Commercial Vehicle Market Report“Navigating market and business challenges and opportunities is something our industry organizations do day in and day out,” says NTEA's Kevin Koester. “As an Association, we value the opportunity to serve these companies by sharing data.”September 20, 2023Battery electricBattle Motors debuts three-axle refuse truckBattle Motors has released its California compliant electric refuse truck, the three-axle LET2 (Low Entry Tilt 2), featuring the Heil Rapid Rail Automated Side Loader Refuse Collection Vehicle (RCV).September 19, 2023New product releasesNew snowplow from Winter EquipmentWinter Equipment launches the Vulcan V-Plow Cutting Edge System for BOSS DXT V-plows.September 19, 2023Battery electricIsuzu partners with ChargePoint for EV charging solutionIsuzu Commercial Truck of America has appointed ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked solutions for charging electric vehicles (EVs), as an official source to provide EV charging infrastructure and software solutions for dealers and customers.September 19, 2023Supplier UpdatesConMet hub named standard for chassis trailers“By choosing PreSet Plus, we’re equipping our trailers with the most advanced wheel end technology that offers enhanced efficiency and reduced maintenance,” says James Boucher, materials manager at Cheetah Chassis.September 19, 2023Page 1 of 1368Next PageTop StoriesCommentaryIndustry involvement remains key to solving tech shortage“My personal view is that college isn’t for everyone. Especially now with the expense and debt load that many students graduate with. The trades provide a cost-effective solution to a rewarding career.”Trucks & TrailersSettlement reached in Canadian Navistar MaxxForce engine class actionUsed trucks'Uncharacteristically large' boost to used truck sales in AugustTrucks & TrailersWhat's new in school bus technology?Sponsor ContentDownload the Trailer Inspection Form from Fullbay
