Who's in the news: Our weekly trucking employment report

Mar 20, 2026

The following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of March 15, 2026:

Mike Bimling is the new vice president of truck technology and maintenance at NationaLease. Joe Puff will be retiring in May.

Kris Ptasznik, Cummins’ Engine Business powertrain TCO and consultancy leader, speaks about engine spec’ing during Work Truck Week 2026 Tuesday in Indianapolis.

Why powertrain spec choices impact dealer loyalty

The wrong engine spec can kill a customer’s productivity. And if you helped them spec it, it can also be a dent in your relationship.

Cummins new X10 engine and a model of its Twin Module Aftertreatment system are displayed at Work Truck Week 2026 Wednesday in Indianapolis.

Cummins introduces X10 at Work Truck Show

First Brands Group, owner of more than 25 automotive and heavy-duty brands, is closing plants. Federal prosecutors have indicted four executives, alleging bank and wire fraud.

First Brands' former CFO pleads guilty in fraud case

Class 8 truck orders hit four-year high

Manual work orders often involve repetitive data entry. Learn how ShopPulse automates this process, so techs spend less time on paperwork and more time repairing vehicles.

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.

Download

Heavy-Duty Maintenance Checklist

Maintenance is a critical part of vehicle upkeep—we’re preaching to the choir here, but you know what? It doesn’t hurt to repeat it at times. Check out our latest downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!