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New Endurant XD series combines capability, efficiency
Eaton Cummins Automated Transmission Technologies released specs for its new Endurant XD series and says it will include Endurant XD and Endurant XD Pro models.
January 20, 2022
Eaton Cummins Endurant XD side view.
Outlook and Benchmarking
Industry Status Report: After tumultuous period, suppliers look to avoid more setbacks
Most suppliers believe the worst of the supply chain crisis has passed, but few are confident forecasting when normalcy and stability will return. The result is a supplier base hopeful yet uncertain about 2022.
January 18, 2022
Workers in manufacturing facility
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McNeilus Truck introduces two replacement parts brands
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing is repositioning its replacement parts business to offer two distinct options to the marketplace.
January 14, 2022
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Supplier Updates
Grote expanding Mexico engineering and production facility
Grote Industries is expanding its engineering and production facility, Grote Industries de Mexico, in Monterrey, Mexico. The expansion is planned to be complete by July 31, 2022.
January 13, 2022
Grote's Mexico facility
Supplier Updates
PSI extends distribution network, announces partnership with Aurora
Pressure Systems International (PSI) has launched a Dealer Direct Ship Program for its TireViewTire Pressure Monitoring System and accessory components through the Aurora Parts & Service Dealer Network.
January 11, 2022
PSI Aurora partnership
Mergers & Acquisitions
Reviva acquires reman sourcing business to meet growing market demand
Northwest Casting Service, a Portland, Ore., company that specializes in remanufacturing and sourcing heavy-duty engines and components, has been acquired by Reviva, an engine remanufacturing company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn.
January 10, 2022
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Indicators
Research indicates production capacity likely to remain constrained
“It appears the industry is likely to begin 2022 with still unfinished 2021 units. If you have parts on all those ‘built, but not built’ units, some adjustment will be required to align your 2021-2022 output with reported and forecast data.”
December 27, 2021
Mack production line
Components
The 'everything' shortage facing manufacturers
The slow production rates across truck and trailer OEMs isn't getting better. And it's not solely due to semiconductors either.
December 1, 2021
DTNA tech during production
Components
Bendix offers tips for customers choosing between reman and rebuilt parts
In the crowded heavy-duty aftermarket, it can be tough for vehicle owners to evaluate the right part for their trucks. The differentiation between reman and rebuilt components aren't always spelled out, which can be confusing for buyers. But you can help!
November 29, 2021
Bendix technician at work
Components
Paccar Parts names top parts and service dealers
Paccar Parts, along with Peterbilt and Kenworth, recently honored its top parts and service dealers during the 2021 ACCELERATE Your Success Parts and Service meeting.
November 17, 2021
Peterbilt service technician
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Eaton makes case for cylinder deactivation to reduce emissions
Eaton's Vehicle Group has demonstrated cylinder deactivation as an effective technology for meeting emissions requirements for diesel-engine powered CVs.
November 16, 2021
Eaton cylinder deactivation technology
Supplier Updates
Turbo Solutions launches automatic communications platform
During this difficult time of parts shortages and back orders, custom remanufacturing of a customer’s turbocharger core is now a viable solution. Especially in a truck down emergency. Keeping a customer informed during the remanufacturing process is vital
November 15, 2021
Damaged turbo core
Used trucks
Emerging technology experts offer support for used dealers accepting new equipment
Dealers buying and selling used trucks encounter a lot of different vehicle technologies and safety systems. In most cases, these technologies hit the used truck market with hesitance and concern.
November 12, 2021
Heavy-duty's path to electrification
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AMTs: How to maintain the transmissions, where to find training
In Part 2 of our report on AMT adoption, we identify the diagnostic and technical skills necessary for service shops to properly maintain these new transmissions.
November 2, 2021
Mack technician running diagnostics on a truck
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Understanding trucking's AMT adoption boom
Understanding the AMT adoption curve is a key step toward proper care by dealer and independent service providers. (Part 1 of 2)
October 29, 2021
Volvo technician working on a truck.
Growth strategies
Alliance Parts expands into Mexico
Daimler Trucks North America's (DTNA) Alliance Parts product brand has opened its first standalone store in Mexico.
October 28, 2021
Alliance Parts new store in Mexico
Components
International A26 updates improve efficiency, performance
Navistar announced updates to the International A26 engine, allowing fleets to achieve 10 percent improved fuel economy since the engine’s initial launch.
October 20, 2021
Improved International A26 engine
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Industry continues to contend with supply, labor issues
The supply and labor challenges, among others, continue to make life difficult for the trucking industry, according to Wednesday’s HDMA Pulse Webinar.
October 14, 2021
shelves stocked with auto maintenance products
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Outlook and Benchmarking
Industry Status Report: What to expect for the market in 2022
While the consensus isn’t universal, sentiment among dealers, aftermarket operations and their OEM and vendor partners is mostly positive about the year ahead. The year ahead might not end up stellar, but a solid year would be welcomed by everyone.
Workers in manufacturing facility
Outlook and Benchmarking
Industry Status Report: After tumultuous period, suppliers look to avoid more setbacks
Parts warehouse
Outlook and Benchmarking
Industry Status Report: Aftermarket’s quick bounce back breeds excitement for 2022
Trucks ascending toward light
Outlook and Benchmarking
Industry Status Report: Dealers optimistic after withstanding recent challenges
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Business
HDAW co-chairs: It’s time to get back to business, a sense of normalcy
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