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Peak Trailer Group expands product portfolio

Peak Trailer Group recently announced an expansion of its truck body product lines. The company says these additional product lines enable Peak Trailer Group to offer customers a full line of products to meet all of their needs from some of the most ...

April 13, 2021

New product releases

Great Dane introduces telematics solution for pre-owned equipment

Great Dane has launched FleetPulseGO, a GPS-only solution for pre-owned trailers that uses the FleetPulse trailer telematics platform and complements their FleetPulsePRO integrated smart trailer.

March 30, 2021

Trailer orders dip in February, but remain strong over last year

“While orders will continue to be booked, without meaningful increases in production rates, backlogs will remain extended,” says Frank Maly, ACT Research.

March 25, 2021

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Talbert names 2020 dealer award winners

The award recognizes performance in trailer sales, service and parts on behalf of Talbert Manufacturing.

March 17, 2021

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FTR confirms February trailer orders, market strength

FTR reported Friday preliminary U.S. net trailer orders continued to moderate in February, falling 23 percent month over month to 23,100 units. Trailer orders for the past 12 months total 322,000 units.

March 12, 2021

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February trailer orders surpass 24,000 units as demand remains high

Preliminary trailer orders slipped last month, landing just north of 24,000 units, ACT Research reported Thursday. Despite the month-over-month slip, February's total was still 82 percent higher than the same period last year.

March 11, 2021

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Trail King expands dealer network

Recently, Trail King announced the addition of two new dealers to its network.

March 11, 2021

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Cooper Tire’s PRO Series LHT now standard on Vanguard trailers

Cooper Tire announced that Vanguard National Trailer Corporation is including the Cooper PRO Series LHT trailer tire as standard equipment on dry and refrigerated van trailers.

March 8, 2021

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XL Specialized Trailers announces new capital financing program

This program provides customers with a turnkey solution to get them hauling an XL trailer quickly and affordably, the company says.

February 18, 2021

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XL Specialized Trailers introduces new warranty policy

The warranty policy is an enhancement to the previous policy and is proof of XL trailers’ superior quality and durability, the company says.

February 8, 2021

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NATDA seeks nominations for dealer advisory board

The North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) has announced a call for nominations for its new Dealer Advisory Board.

February 4, 2021

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Supplier Updates

Phillips expands availability for integrated trailer telematics hub

The Smart7 delivers a real-time comprehensive view of the status of a trailer using one integrated telematics hub, with all of the data available in one clean and consolidated web or mobile device user interface, the company says.

February 3, 2021

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Why product knowledge is essential when selling composite trailers

Do you understand the advantages of composite trailers? Discover what sales associates need to know to properly convey their benefits to customers here on TPS.

October 16, 2020

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Outfitting the optimal mobile service truck

Properly outfitting a service truck is an essential step in building a viable mobile business. Sending a truck to a unit down customer for service can potentially shave hours or days off their downtime, but only if the truck and tech are prepared.

Daimler, Paccar, Utility Trailer hit with NHTSA recalls

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How dealers can manage competition from customers

To help bring an end to the global chip shortage, engine and vehicle manufacturers have asked the Biden administration to focus more on addressing their needs for semiconductors.

Manufacturers call on Biden to fix chip shortage

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Learn how to move your used trucks faster

With unsold used inventory depreciating at a rate of more than 2% monthly, efficient inventory turnover is a must for dealers. Download this eBook to access proven strategies for selling used trucks faster.

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How to Grow & Scale Your Repair Shop

Ever thought about starting your own diesel repair shop? Fullbay’s expanded guide will show you the necessary steps to bring your new business into the world.