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].New product releasesRislone creates sludge treatment productRislone has introduced its Engine Treatment Concentrate, designed to clean harmful deposits and sludge out of an engine. Rislone says its product cleans and lubricates valves, reduces friction and wear, quiets lifters and valves and…May 1, 2013Growth strategiesKenworth picks TRP All-Makes Kenworth Dealer of the YearKenworth named CIT Group, Inc., its 2012 TRP All-Makes Kenworth Dealer of the Year for superior support for TRP parts and service. “One of the strengths of the TRP brand is our nationwide network of…May 1, 2013Service and repairTA opens two new 24-hour truck service centersTravelCenters of America has announced the opening of two newly built truck service facilities. The newest Petro:Lube Truck Service is located at I-70, Exit 252 in Salina, Kansas, and offers four service bays. TA Truck…May 1, 2013Sales coaching/trainingAESE creates news serviceAutomotive Environmental and Safety Engineering (AESE) is rolling out an electronic news service covering environmental, health and safety (EHS) in vehicle maintenance facilities (VMFs) for cars, trucks, buses and heavy-duty equipment. Called eLine, AESE says…May 1, 2013Sales coaching/trainingPhillips releases anti-corrosion tipsPhillips Industries has made available instructional materials to help fight the effects of moisture contamination. The April issue of Phillips’ monthly newsletter, Qwik Tech Tips, addresses corrosion build up at the 7-Way Connection and ways…April 30, 2013Service and repairDelphi emission booklet available in App StoreDelphi Automotive Worldwide Emissions Standards booklet, which includes summaries of emissions regulations from around the world for heavy-duty and off-highway commercial vehicles, has been released as an interactive app for iPad users. “This will make the information accessible…April 30, 2013Sales coaching/trainingDaimler certifies Stoops for Elite SupportStoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer’s Lima, Ohio facility has been Elite Support Certified by Daimler Trucks North America. Elite Support is a comprehensive support network of dealers trained and certified to provide the highest level of knowledge, professionalism…April 30, 2013HomeHyundai Translead adds New Life Transport Parts to aftermarket teamHyundai Translead has added New Life Transport Parts Centers to its North America aftermarket parts distribution network. “Aftermarket parts support is a critical element of the total trailer purchasing and ownership experience” Stuart James, Vice-President…April 30, 2013Sales coaching/trainingRegistration opens for NG safety training in ChicagoThe Natural Gas Vehicle Institute (NGVi) has opened registration for its upcoming natural gas vehicle maintenance safety training, to be held June 4-6 in Chicago. NGVi says the first day of the training will focus…April 30, 2013HomeKenworth of Lincoln opens new full-service locationKenworth of Lincoln has opened a full-service dealership at a remodeled facility on property west of Lincoln near the U.S. Interstate 80 and Highway 77 interchange. Kenworth of Lincoln is located on 24 acres off…April 30, 2013Previous PagePage 85 of 148Next PageTop StoriesOutlook and BenchmarkingFTR sees further slowing in economy entering 2026Idling, if not sinking, economy will keep pressure on heavy equipment purchasing, FTR says.Class 7-8October truck orders fall despite month’s historic strengthCommentaryHere’s what I’m hearing about the marketSupplier UpdatesWebb, Dana agree to long-term partnershipGrowth strategiesU.S. fleet added carriers, reduced equipment in Q3
