Bill Grabarek (TPS Online Editor)Bill Grabarek is the online editor of Trucks, Parts, Service. He can be reached at [email protected].IndicatorsTrump pulls trigger on steel, aluminum tariffsPresident Donald Trump today has made good on his plan to implement tariffs of 25 percent on steel imports and 10 percent on aluminum imports to “protect America’s national security from the effects of global oversupply,”…May 31, 2018Growth strategiesWith an eye on the future, the industry works to fill today’s need for techniciansThe heavy-duty truck service industry is actively working to fill the current need for service technicians. Check out the details of the tech shortage here.May 28, 2018IndicatorsEducating customers on spec’ing options can improve salesThe trucking industry is a dynamic one. It seems on a daily basis OEMs are announcing their latest truck that can be equipped with cutting-edge technology or a supplier is launching a new or improved…April 24, 2018Growth strategiesBalancing the demands of today and tomorrowThe HD Repair Forum – a collision repair conference focused on the heavy-duty industry & geared for repair shop owners & managers who cater to Class 5-8 vehicles.April 18, 2018Service and repairElectric trucks to become more prevalentThe HD Repair Forum tackles the topic of heavy-duty electric trucks becoming more relevant as time goes on. See what they had to say on Truck Parts and Service!April 12, 2018Growth strategiesExperts discuss smoothing out the parts sourcing processThe aftermarket community discussed issues regarding parts sourcing at the HD Repair Forum. Get more information on the discussion on Truck Parts and Service.April 12, 2018Service and repairHD Repair Forum panels tackle insurance, repair issuesIndustry experts discussed the relationship between aftermarket repair shops and insurers, during the inaugural HD Repair Forum held in Fort Worth, Texas.April 10, 2018Service and repairHD Repair Forum opens with look into the futureThe HD Repair Forum addressed the elephant in the room when it comes to the future of the aftermarket and truck industry. Get details on Truck Parts & Service.April 10, 2018Growth strategiesClearing the air: EPA initiative provides aftermarket with ample aftertreatment opportunitiesAccording to Caton of Dorman, increased emissions, exhaust gas conditions, carbon build-up and damage to the exhaust will be the result of poor maintenance.March 29, 2018IndicatorsShould you sell trucks on consignment?Selling used trucks on a consignment basis or at auction can be a win-win for the truck dealer and the owner of the truck.March 14, 2018Previous PagePage 27 of 29Next PageTop StoriesSupplier UpdatesWebb, Dana agree to long-term partnershipWebb Wheel Products and Dana Commercial Vehicle Systems are teaming up.Growth strategiesU.S. fleet added carriers, reduced equipment in Q3Mergers & AcquisitionsFleetPride, TruckPro mergingTechnician trainingKeeping current on training builds efficiency, valueOutlook and BenchmarkingVIPAR Heavy Duty leaders tout resiliency, ingenuity for 2025 success
