TPS StaffTrailersU.S. trailer backlog falls 23% in first quarterEven with a stronger than anticipated March, ACT Research states three months into 2026 and the U.S. trailer industry remains mired in the same challenging environment in which it operated throughout 2025.April 21, 2026EquipmentEngine Technology Forum webinar addresses diesel emissionsEngine Technology Forum hosts webinar talking about diesel emissions and some common misconceptions about selective catalytic reduction and diesel exhaust fluid.April 21, 2026New product releasesBuyers Products expands DOT/strobe light combination lineupBuyers Products has new combination DOT/strobe lights, the company says, designed to simplify compliance and maximize visibility.April 21, 2026BusinessThermo King dealers earn community impact awardsThermo King recognizes three dealerships for community efforts.April 21, 2026WorkforcePresident of Mack Trucks to retireStephen Roy, president of Mack Trucks, has announced his intent to retire. He will be succeeded by Wilson Lirmann, currently heading Volvo Trucks Latin America.April 21, 2026Business operationsVelociti announces AI partnershipVelociti has partnered with Wiliot, a global leader in Physical AI for supply chains, to accelerate the deployment of Physical AI across global supply chain networks.April 21, 2026Class 7-8March Class 8 orders march on with 38,000 units talliedACT Research reports Class 8 orders are up more than 100% year over year.April 20, 2026WorkforceUniversity of the Aftermarket Foundation marks 40 yearsThe University of the Aftermarket Foundation is celebrating 40 years with a special fundraising campaign.April 20, 2026TrailersFTR confirms strong March for trailer ordersThe surprisingly strong March totals for trailer orders first reported by ACT Research last month were confirmed by FTR Friday.April 20, 2026EquipmentRecall report: Unprompted downshift recall impacts 1.3 million FordsThe following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).April 20, 2026Page 1 of 1630Next PageTop StoriesFinanceFormer First Brands executives push for delay in criminal trialJames brothers seek to push back criminal trial while, in bankruptcy court, First Brands battles against layoff suits.Indicators'Floodgates' open for Class 8 truck ordersInventory managementFinding the best parts lookup toolsClass 7-8March Class 8 orders approach 40K unitsMergers & AcquisitionsFleetPride offers update on TruckPro merger
