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:

Rúbia Ribeiro has been announced as Peterbilt’s new senior marketing communications manager.
Randy Gard, chief operations officer with Bosselman Enterprises, is the new chairman of NATSO's Government Affairs Committee.

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

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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!