Bill Grabarek (TPS Online Editor)Bill Grabarek is the online editor of Trucks, Parts, Service. He can be reached at [email protected].IndicatorsClass 8 truck orders slow in MayClass 8 truck orders slumped from April to May but, as you might imagine, orders are up significantly from May of last year.June 3, 2021Mergers & AcquisitionsStandard Motor Products acquires TrombettaStandard Motor Products announced it has acquired 100 percent of the capital stock of Trombetta for $108 million.June 1, 2021Technician trainingHow to get the most out of your batteriesA truck’s components could be in top working order. But the wrong battery configuration based on use case and temperature can zap a truck’s power.May 27, 2021CommentaryRecruiting electric truck techs? Good luck with thatThe trucking industry long has had an issue recruiting and retaining diesel technicians.May 24, 2021IndicatorsHDMA Pulse Survey addresses supply issues, COVID-19The positive COVID-19 metrics are improving and some suppliers are reporting less of an impact on current business plans caused by parts shortages.May 20, 2021Sales coaching/trainingBuy or lease: Which is right for your customers?Customers who cannot buy new have other options dealers can suggest, such as leasing a truck or buying a used heavy vehicle.May 17, 2021Outlook and BenchmarkingRitchie Bros. reports Q1 total revenue increases 21 percentNet income in Q1 2021 increased 23 percent to $28.1 million, compared with Q1 2020.May 11, 2021Outlook and BenchmarkingTruck OEMs adopt advanced diesel engine technology by 2030The adoption of stringent emission regulations across regions to safeguard the environment is a prominent factor transforming the commercial trucks industry, reports Frost & Sullivan.May 10, 2021IndicatorsClass 8 truck orders remain strong despite dip in AprilDespite a month-to-month decrease, April Class 8 orders remain dramatically higher than the same time last year, according to reports from ACT Research and FTR.May 5, 2021BusinessVolvo Trucks, UAW strike tentative agreementBoth sides say further comment and details on the proposed agreement are being withheld pending ratification by the members of UAW Local #2069.April 30, 2021Previous PagePage 8 of 29Next PageTop StoriesTrailersTrump's new steel, aluminum tariffs hit trailers, heavy-duty partsTruck trailers and truck components among 407 products exposed to 50% steel and aluminum tariffs as of Monday.Outlook and BenchmarkingInflation biggest driver in rising parts sales to dateEquipmentInternational recalls more than 25K units, Ford more than 100KOutlook and BenchmarkingTrump delays China tariff but implements othersFeatured SponsorKeep Your Trucks Rolling: Driving Smarter Maintenance for a Stronger Future
