Jason Cannon (TPS)Jason Cannon is the Editor of Commercial Carrier Journal. He has a Class A CDL and is a graduate of the Porsche Sport Driving School. Reach him at [email protected].ComponentsUS Cargo Control introduces BlackLine strapWeb retailer USCargoControl.com has developed a new line of premium ratchet straps designed with stronger webbing. The BlackLine ratchet strap collection includes nine ratchet straps and five winch straps in 2″ and 4″ widths. BlackLine straps boast higher break strengths than…November 29, 2012MaintenanceField service management hits the CloudOroLogic Inc., a long-time provider of management software for small and medium-sized organizations, announced Thursday the release of the latest version of NewWaySERVICE, a solution for service management. This new version is fully web-based and gives dispatchers and…November 29, 2012Service and repairRam Truck launches Commercial Truck DivisionRam Truck is launching a new division to focus on commercial truck development, sales and support in a growing market. Embodied by the Tradesman trim level available on all models, the new Ram Commercial organization…November 29, 2012Sales coaching/trainingThe Work Truck Show ’13 brings vocational truck world to IndyFARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – North America’s largest work truck event returns to Indianapolis in March 2013, making it easy for anyone who uses work trucks across the Midwest to check out the latest Class 1-8 truck chassis, bodies…November 29, 2012Service and repairHubodometer and Bracket InstallationStemco provides the following information on the proper way to install hubodometers and brackets: * Install the hubcap with the proper gaskets and installation methods provided by the hubcap manufacturer. Split washers are recommended to…November 28, 2012MaintenanceReport suggests major fuel cost savings possibleSeven readily available yet underutilized technologies could help fleet owner-operators worldwide save tens of thousands of dollars on fuel costs annually according to a report published by Carbon War Room and Trimble. The report, “Road…November 28, 2012Distributor of the YearIndustry leaders to be honored at HDAW 2013The Heavy Duty Industry Hall of Fame Award and the Heavy Duty Distributor of the Year Award will be presented by Mark Seng of Polk and Co. and Truck Parts and Service magazine respectively at…November 28, 2012New product releasesTrailer Wizards welcomes new senior account managerCanada-based Trailer Wizards Ltd., announced Wednesday that Dan Holt has been appointed Senior Account Manager covering Ontario from Scarborough to Cornwall. Based out of the Mississauga office, Holt will be responsible for developing and maintaining…November 28, 2012Sales coaching/trainingTroubleshooting Trailer LightsPhillips Industries offers the following tips for troubleshooting flickering lights or a group of lights out on a trailer. Clean both 7-way sockets on the tractor and trailer. Then clean both plugs on the electric…November 28, 2012Service and repairU-Joint Kit UpgradesAccording to Roadranger the SPL250-3X service U-joint kit supersedes the SPL250X service U-joint kit and can be applied in all SPL250 applications. (See Figure 1.) Figure 1 In addition, the SPL170-4X service U-joint kit supersedes…November 28, 2012Previous PagePage 146 of 148Next PageTop StoriesClass 7-8Class 8 truck orders hit four-year highClass 8 preliminary new truck orders exploded in February, rising more than 20% for the third consecutive month to approximately 47,000 unitsClass 7-8Kenworth debuts C580, replacing iconic C500Class 7-8Mack launches brand-new Keystone, updated Granite modelsBusiness operationsKeys to tech integrations that make your company strongerTechnician trainingTech sentiment about career hits new low
