SUMMIT TRUCK BODIES EARNS OSHA SHARP STATUS
Summit Truck Bodies was given OSHA’s SHARP (Safety & Health Achievement Recognition Program) status, distinguishing the company for workplace safety and health standards. This SHARP certification, places Summit in an elite group of businesses recognized […] More
FORD PRO AND FLEETIO EXPAND CONNECTED FLEET INTEGRATION
Fleetio announced the expansion of its embedded integration with Ford modem-equipped vehicles and Ford Pro plug-in device technology. The integration, which is Fleetio’s first embedded OEM integration, now supports a more comprehensive exchange of data […] More
VOLVO GROUP AND DAIMLER TRUCK JOINT VENTURE
Volvo Group and Daimler Truck intend to create a joint venture to develop a common software-defined vehicle platform and dedicated truck operating system, providing the basis for future software-defined commercial vehicles. The software-defined vehicle platform […] More
MCNEILUS SECURES ORDER FOR ELECTRIC REFUSE TRUCKS
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., announced that Republic Services, Inc. placed an order for 100 McNeilus Volterra ZSL electric refuse and recycling collection vehicles. “Republic Services has made an industry-leading commitment to fleet electrification, and […] More
ALLISON TRANSMISSION EQUIPS HYDROGEN-FUELED TRUCK
Allison Transmission integrated the Allison 4000 Series transmission with a Class 8 truck equipped with a Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2-ICE), which was displayed by Southwest Research Institute at SAE International’s Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress. […] More
MULLEN AUTOMOTIVE TO ESTABLISH MULLEN CREDIT CORPORATION
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an electric vehicle manufacturer, today announces it will establish Mullen Credit Corporation aimed at supporting its expanding dealership network with vehicle floor planning. Additionally, MCC will provide fleets and […] More
Enter 14Forty Designs: A Modern Approach to Printing Reveals Itself
Kicking off business with the purchase of state-of-the-art large format printers, 14Forty will serve the design and graphic production for all the industries ASA currently serves. Offering next-level designs, vibrant colors, quality production techniques, and […] More
HUGHES HEAVY EQUIPMENT JOINS MCNEILUS’ DEALER NETWORK
McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc., added Hughes Heavy Equipment to its network of exclusive dealers. Hughes Heavy Equipment will now provide sales, parts distribution and service for McNeilus refuse and recycling products across Alaska, Hawaii, […] More
VOLVO GROUP VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTS IN AIFLEET
Volvo Group Venture Capital AB invests in the U.S.-based aifleet. “Aifleet is addressing inefficiencies in the trucking industry in a differentiated manner, building technology and proving out its capabilities through their own fleet operations,” says […] More
MULLEN NAMES PRESIDENT OF COMMERCIAL EV DIVISION
Mullen Automotive, Inc,. named John Taylor as president of its commercial EV division. Taylor retains the position of senior vice-president of global manufacturing for Mullen Automotive. “John has been an invaluable asset to our company […] More
LINE-X’S 10,000 COMMERCIAL FLEET VEHICLE SERVICE
LINE-X surpassed 10,000 commercial fleet vehicles serviced through its LINE-X Fleet Solutions division. “LINE-X Fleet Solutions is vital to the growth of the LINE-X brand,” says Blair Boggs, president, LINE-X. “This milestone is the culmination […] More
Safe Fleet Expands Its SAAS Network to Houston
Safe Fleet expanded its commercial vehicle division’s Safety-As-A-Service (SAAS) network, with a new facility in Houston, TX. This new location will service work trucks and construction, agriculture, refuse, and recycling vehicles. This service location will […] More
GPS Trackit Launches FieldSync
GPS Trackit announced the launch of FieldSync, a new digital platform that provides small to midsize service companies access to dispatching, real-time updates, and data-driven decision-making. SMEs often struggle with high operational costs, inefficient scheduling, […] More
VMAC Launches High-Voltage Electric Vehicle Business
VMAC announce the launch of its new High-Voltage Electric Vehicle (HVEV) air brake business. “VMAC’s new venture is helping the world transition to a zero-emission future with commercial electric vehicle air brake compressors for electric […] More
GENERAL MOTORS TO MOVE GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS
General Motors will relocate its global headquarters to Hudson’s Detroit in 2025, becoming the anchor tenant. Hudson’s Detroit is a 1.5-million square-foot development that will feature office, ground-floor retail, a five-star hotel, rooftop bar, residential […] More
WATTEV OPENS WORLD’S LARGEST SOLAR-POWERED TRUCK CHARGING DEPOT
WattEV opened its fourth electric truck charging depot, located in Bakersfield, California. The 119-acre site is designed, owned, and operated by WattEV, and is the world’s first electric truck stop featuring a solar-powered microgrid with […] More
Stellar Receives President’s “E” Award for Exports
Stellar Industries received the President’s “E” Award for Exports, given to recognize its contributions to an increase in U.S. exports. Stellar was one of 30 U.S. entities recognized this year. “Stellar Industries’ achievements have undoubtedly […] More
ELECTRADA PARTNERS WITH RED BULL DISTRIBUTION
Electrada has entered into an agreement with Red Bull Distribution Company to provide the electric fuel component for Red Bull’s strategy to electrify its fleet. The program was initiated through Electrada’s program partnership with Holman. […] More
Mullen Adds Ziegler Truck Group and Range Truck Group
Mullen Automotive, Inc., announced the addition of zero-emissions commercial vehicle dealers, Minnesota-based Ziegler Truck Group (ZTG) and Washington-based Range Truck Group (RTG), a part of the Ziegler Companies distribution network. “This partnership signifies an additional […] More
HOLMAN NAMES EXECUTIVE VP OF SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Holman names Aarthi Murali as executive vice-president, service excellence. Murali will be leading Holman’s commercial client relations strategy and customer service efforts throughout North America. “Aarthi brings impressive business acumen and a wealth of customer […] More
CLARIENCE TECHNOLOGIES ACQUIRES SAFE FLEET
Clarience Technologies has acquired Safe Fleet, who delivers technology-enabled solutions for fleet video and evidence management, collision prevention, violation detection and trailer temperature control, as well as cargo storage systems and several other safety solutions. […] More
TSR AND NWRA PARTNER TO EXPAND FOCUS ON FLEET SAFETY TRAINING PROGRAM
Together for Safer Roads (TSR) and The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) are partnering to extending the FOCUS on Fleet Safety Training program to independent haulers within the waste and recycling industry. The program, […] More
STELLANTIS NORTH AMERICA MAKES EXECUTIVE CHANGES
Stellantis North America will have a new sales organization structure that focuses to the two primary sales channels – B2B and B2C. Jeff Kommor is appointed senior vice-president of commercial sales, responsible for fleet, government […] More
BOLLINGER MOTORS NAMES LAFONTAINE AS FIRST COMMERCIAL DEALERSHIP
Bollinger Motors, Inc has named LaFontaine Automotive Group as their first authorized dealer, with two locations. According to LaFontaine, the acquisition brings their portfolio to 54 retail franchises and 39 retail locations. Bollinger commercial vehicles […] More
COX AUTOMOTIVE OPENS EV BATTERY SOLUTIONS FACILITY IN GEORGIA
Cox Automotive announced the opening of its new EV Battery Solutions service center in Conyers, Georgia. “The geographic expansion of our EV battery service network reinforces our dedication to both our customers and the growth […] More
ECOLAB SELECTS FORD PRO TO ACCELERATE ELECTRIFICATION OF THEIR FLEET
Ecolab selected Ford Pro to accelerate the electrification of its sales and service fleet, targeting complete North American fleet electrification by 2030. Electrification of Ecolab’s North American fleet begins in California with the conversion of […] More
REE COMPLETES U.S. CERTIFICATION OF FULL-BY-WIRE VEHICLES AND BEGINS CUSTOMER DELIVERIES OF ITS P7-C ELECTRIC TRUCK
REE Automotive Ltd. an automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, announces that it has begun customer deliveries of its P7-C electric chassis cab following Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards […] More
COX AUTOMOTIVE LAUNCHES ‘PROJECT PINK’ – A CAMPAIGN CELEBRATING TECHNICIAN DIVERSITY AND BREAST CANCER AWARENESS
Cox Automotive announces “Project Pink,” an innovative initiative to celebrate diversity among its Fleet Services and Manheim technicians and support breast cancer awareness. Project Pink is a groundbreaking campaign that features high-visibility pink uniforms for […] More
HIGH BAR BRANDS, LLC ANNOUNCES ITS SUCCESSFUL RECAPITALIZATION WITH SENTINEL CAPITAL PARTNERS.
High Bar Brands, LLC, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality commercial vehicle solutions for the heavy-duty trucking industry, with its portfolio of iconic brands, including Minimizer, Premier Mfg., Dieter’s Accessories, Panelite, and Viking Sales, […] More
MULLEN, PHENIX TRUCK & VAN AND KNAPHEIDE ANNOUNCE COMPLETION OF A NEW CLASS 3 LIGHT-WEIGHT EV SERVICE BODY
Mullen Automotive, Inc. announces the completion of a light-weight service truck body for the All-Electric Mullen THREE, which was developed in collaboration with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment and Knapheide Manufacturing. Mullen and the […] More
The Mullen THREE, Class 3 EV Truck Now CARB Certified and Ready for Sale in All CARB States and District of Columbia
Certification opens the Mullen THREE EV truck with a suggested MSRP of $68,500.00 to important state incentive programs, including the opportunity with California’s HVIP project, which offers a rebate of up to $45,000.00 and, when […] More
Ford Pro Insure Launches to Make Commercial Auto Insurance Easier
In a business environment focused on simplification and ease for customers, commercial auto insurance seems to be an outlier. Yet businesses must have fleet insurance and navigate these complexities. Making things simpler and easier for […] More
Mullen Achieves Production Milestone in December 2023 With 100th Mullen THREE EV Truck Rolling Off Tunica, Mississippi, Assembly Line
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announces the company achieved a production milestone on December 13, 2023, with the 100th Mullen THREE, Class 3 cab chassis electric truck, rolling off the assembly line in […] More
Safe Fleet Expands Its Safety-As-A-Service Network in Louisville, Ohio
Safe Fleet, the leading supplier of fleet vehicle safety solutions, continues to expand its Commercial Vehicle division’s Safety-As-A-Service (SAAS) network, with a facility in Louisville, Ohio. This new location will support Safe Fleet’s tarping business […] More
Mullen Class 1 EV Cargo Van Now Certified for Sale in all 15 CARB States and District of Columbia by California Air Resources Board
Mullen Automotive, Inc. an emerging electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announces the achievement of a key commercial EV milestone with its all-electric Class 1 cargo van. The Mullen ONE received certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) as a zero-emission vehicle […] More
Geotab Receives Industry-First Executive Order for its Connected Vehicle Aftermarket Solutions Supporting California’s Climate Requirements
Geotab, the global leader in connected transportation solutions, announces it has received an industry-first Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) officially exempting Geotab’s aftermarket solutions from CARB’s emissions anti-tampering regulations in the […] More
Stellar Invites College Students to Apply for Exclusive Engineering Experience Program
Stellar Industries, a 100% employee-owned and -operated manufacturer of high-quality mechanic trucks, cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, trailers, and service truck and van accessories, announces the launch of its Engineering Experience Program (EEP). Designed to […] More
Love’s Invests in Latest Hunter Alignment Innovation for Commercial Vehicles
Love’s and Hunter Engineering announce the rollout of Hunter’s new HawkEye® XL alignment system at five Love’s locations. The new aligner is designed for maximum speed, durability, and ease of use for heavy-duty, medium-duty, and […] More
VMAC’s Industry Data Shows Service Vans Are Gaining Traction: 47% Of Fleets Now Include Vans
The number of fleets with service vans increased significantly in 2023 to 47%, up from 36% in 2022, according to the 331 service truck industry professionals surveyed by VMAC. Fleets with 6 to 25 vans […] More
CTech Manufacturing Breaks Ground on New Expansion
This past week, CTech Manufacturing officially broke ground on its second major expansion in less than five years. The Weston-based storage manufacturer is adding an additional 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space to an existing […] More
Cummins® Signs Memorandum of Understanding to Demonstrate Real-World Hydrogen Ecosystem
Cummins Inc., a global power leader, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Terex® Advance Mixer Inc., a subsidiary of Terex Corporation, Edge Materials LLC, and PCC Hydrogen Inc., to produce, trial, […] More
Daimler Truck North America Begins Series Production of Freightliner eM2 Battery Electric Trucks
Daimler Truck North America LLC commences series production of the Freightliner eM2, a battery electric medium-duty truck designed for pick-up and delivery applications. These vehicles are being manufactured at DTNA’s truck manufacturing plant in Portland, […] More
ChargePoint Accelerates Fleet Electrification With New Suite of Management Applications
ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked solutions for charging electric vehicles, announces the expansion of its fleet management product line. A new suite of software solutions is available for both mixed fuel and all-electric fleets […] More
Stertil-Koni Welcomes Optimized Distributor Partners to its Exclusive North American Distributor Network
Heavy-duty bus lift and truck lift leader Stertil-Koni announces it has welcomed Optimized Distributor Partners (ODP), a family owned and operated automotive equipment distribution and service company located in Commerce City, Colorado, to its exclusive North American distributor […] More
Mack Trucks Introduces Electrifi Subscription Exclusively for Mack® MD Electric Vehicles
In an effort to help customers more easily adopt battery-electric vehicle (BEV) technology into their fleets, Mack Trucks announces it now offers from Mack Financial Services ElectriFi Subscription, a usage-based leasing option exclusive to new […] More
U.S. Isuzu Technicians Win Unprecedented Fourth Silver Medal in World Technical Challenge
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., distributor of America’s best-selling low-cab-forward trucks, announced today that its U.S. team of service technicians placed second in the 18th Annual Isuzu World Technical Competition, also known as the […] More
Highway Products Inc. Celebrates 43 Years of Innovation and Excellence
Highway Products Inc., a leading manufacturer of premium aluminum work truck storage solutions and truck accessories, announces its 43rd anniversary, marking over four decades of dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Founded by CEO […] More
Mullen Receives EPA Certificate of Conformity for Class 1 EV Cargo Vans, Effective Nov. 2, 2023
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces its achievement of a key milestone with full approval from the Environmental Protection Agency that provides Mullen with the EPA’s Certificate of Conformity for Class 1 […] More
Lightning eMotors’ Telematics Solution Optimizes Fleet Planning and Deployment with Massive Database
Lightning eMotors, a leader provider of medium-duty and specialty commercial electric vehicles and charging solutions for fleets, announced that it has passed the 10 terabyte (TB) database milestone for its state-of-the-art Lightning Insights telematics system […] More
Volvo Trucks Continues Expansion of Electromobility Ecosystem with 11 New Certified EV Dealers in North America
Volvo Trucks North America confirms that 11 dealership locations in the US and Canada have completed its vigorous sales and service training and facility upgrades needed to become Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle Dealerships, marking […] More
Nauto Launches New Telematics Solution, Consolidating AI-Powered Fleet Safety, Risk, and Operations into a Single Solution
Nauto, the leader in AI-powered safety and operations excellence for commercial vehicles, announces the introduction of new telematics capabilities offering visibility into vehicle tracking, utilizations, misuse, and maintenance planning. Nauto’s latest offering delivers telematics alongside […] More
Cummins Collaborates with Industry Partners on Open Telematics Architecture for Commercial Vehicles
Cummins Inc. announces its collaboration with the Eclipse Foundation, Microsoft, and industry partners to release a new and innovative approach to develop telematics software for commercial vehicles. The Open Telematics Framework is being designed to […] More
Volvo Trucks Launches Volvo Connect, All-in-One Fleet Management Portal
Volvo Trucks North America announces a new comprehensive fleet management portal to access Volvo Trucks’ digital services, providing fleets with near real-time data on the health and performance of trucks in operation. The new portal, […] More
Mike Albert Receives Family and Private Business Award
Mike Albert, one of the fastest-growing mobility companies in the nation, receives an award from the University of Cincinnati Carl H. Lindner College of Business Goering Center for Family and Private Business. The award recognizes […] More
Innovative Onsite Commercial Mechanical Repair Company Rapidly Expands in Southwest Florida
An onsite mechanical repair company owned and operated by a local Marine Corps veteran is rapidly expanding its operational footprint. Mobile Techs, headquartered in Coral Springs, Florida and offers 24/7 mobile mechanical servicing for heavy-duty […] More
Peterbilt Announces Partnership with Transition Overwatch to Recruit Transitioning Military Veterans for Service Technician Careers
Peterbilt partners with Transition Overwatch to assist transitioning military talent leverage their transferable skills into service technician careers within the Peterbilt dealer network. Transition Overwatch, a veteran-owned company founded in 2018, identifies high-potential veterans transitioning […] More
Isuzu Selects ChargePoint to Provide EV Charging Infrastructure & Training to Support Upcoming Electric Truck
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., distributor of America’s best-selling low-cab-forward trucks, announces that it has appointed ChargePoint, a leading provider of networked solutions for charging electric vehicles, as an official source to provide EV […] More
New Power Heavy Duty Member Strapps’ Truck Center Keeps Focus on Customers & Community
Power Heavy Duty is pleased to welcome Stapps’ Truck Center as one of the newest distributors to join its network. With the Russell Springs, Kentucky company approaching its 25th anniversary, Stapps’ Truck Center continues to […] More
BYD Motors & Cox Automotive Announce Groundbreaking Service Partnership in US Market
BYD Motors and Cox Automotive announce the two companies have entered into a service agreement that covers BYD customers and their growing fleets of Class 6 and Class 8 trucks within the US with 24/7 […] More
Knight Transportation, Cummins, and Clean Energy Demonstrate Potential of Ultra-Low Carbon Fuel Through Cummins X15N Natural Gas Powertrains in California
Phoenix, Arizona-based Knight Transportation Inc., part of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. and the industry’s largest full truckload company, has been successfully testing Cummins’ new X15N natural gas engine in Southern California, realizing NOx and greenhouse […] More
Fleetio Named Fleet Management Technology Company of the Year by AutoTech Breakthrough
Fleetio, a leading fleet management software-as-a-service company, gets recognized for the second consecutive year as Fleet Management Technology Company Of The Year in the fourth annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards. These awards are conducted by AutoTech […] More
New eTechnician Upgrade Supports Detroit Diesel Engines Through 2024 Model Year
NEXIQ Technologies announces the release of eTechnician 2.9, which enables the PC-based solution to provide bi-directional diagnostic support for Detroit Diesel engines through the 2024 model year. “In addition to providing technicians with the comprehensive […] More
Holman Introduces Full Suite of Fleet Electrification Solutions
Holman, a global automotive services organization, introduces a comprehensive collection of fleet electrification solutions designed to simplify the transition to electric vehicles for fleet operators. The company’s innovative suite of fleet electrification services includes an […] More
PRE-Q GALGO Corporation Promotes Retreading at the OSBMA 34th Annual Workshop
PRE-Q® Galgo Corporation promotes retreading at the annual OSBMA (Ohio School Bus Mechanics Association) workshop in Columbus, Ohio. OSBMA works to improve, promote, and develop the professional status of school bus mechanics throughout Ohio. “We […] More
Dragonfly Energy Enters the Heavy-Duty Market with New All-Electric APU to Reduce Fuel Costs and Emissions
Dragonfly Energy Holdings Corp., maker of Battle Born Batteries, brings its leading energy storage solutions to the heavy-duty industry with the introduction of the new Battle Born All-Electric APU (auxiliary power unit). Dragonfly Energy’s advanced […] More
FleetPride Strengthens Florida Presence with Acquisition of Raney’s Truck Center
FleetPride Inc., the nation’s largest distributor of aftermarket heavy-duty parts and services, announces its recent acquisition of Raney’s Truck Center, a highly regarded business based in Ocala, Florida. This acquisition marks a further expansion of […] More
Applied Driving Launches Global Driver Challenge to Incentivize Safer Driving Habits and Reduce Fleet Risk
Applied Driving launches a global competition to encourage and reward safe driving behavior as part of its newly-launched Road Safety Month initiative. The Driver Safety Challenge is open to all fleet drivers and motorists, with […] More
Hendrickson Acquires Brunner Inc.
Hendrickson acquires Brunner International Inc., based in Medina, New York, and Brunner Manufacturing and Sales Ltd., based in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. Brunner is a privately-owned business that manufactures components for the commercial vehicle and […] More
Fastenal Selects ZEVX for Operational Trial to Electrify Select Fleet Trucks
Fastenal selects ZEVX™, a worldwide leader in intelligent electric vehicle (EV) systems, for an operational trial to convert pickup trucks in its fleet to EVs. “We are committed to helping Fastenal incorporate EV technology in […] More
California Energy Project Announces Dates to Apply for Medium- and Heavy-duty Public Charging Infrastructure Incentives
The EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles Project’s Public Charging funding lane will begin accepting applications starting October 19th at 9 a.m. through 5 p.m. Pacific Time on November 3rd. This funding lane will offer up to $11.7 million […] More
The Shyft Group Signs Agreement with Rush Enterprises Commercial Vehicle Dealer Group for Sales and Service of Blue Arc Electric Vehicles
The Shyft Group Inc., the North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets, announces that it has finalized an agreement with Rush Enterprises Inc., […] More
Breakthrough Propane Direct Injection Technology Provides Fleet Owners with Low-Emission, High-Efficiency Option
Fleet owners looking for a low-emission, high-efficiency, and affordable engine solution will soon have new technology to turn to thanks to a partnership between Stanadyne, Katech, and the Propane Education & Research Council. The innovation […] More
Navistar Recognizes Top Suppliers with 2023 Supplier Excellence Awards
Navistar Inc. announces the recipients of the 2023 Supplier Excellence Awards, recognizing top-performing suppliers across a variety of industries. The 2023 Supplier Excellence Awards have been designed to recognize suppliers in two major categories: Performance […] More
Volvo Trucks Introduces Turnkey Solutions Program to Provide Fleets Full-Service EV Infrastructure Development
Volvo Trucks launches its customer-focused Turnkey Solutions program, a consolidated fleet management process for procuring vendor services, parts, and products for EV charging, in addition to outlook planning for incentives, installation, and interfacing with utility […] More
Cummins Announces Approval of Unblended Renewable Diesel Use in All Industrial High-Horsepower Engines
Cummins Inc. announces the approval of their entire line of diesel high-horsepower engines across all ratings for use with unblended paraffinic fuels (EN15940), often referred to as renewable diesel, including hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO). Utilizing […] More
NYC DOT Proposes Replacing Delivery Trucks with Four-Wheeled Electric Cargo Bikes
The New York City Department of Transportation proposes to replace delivery vans with four-wheeled electric cargo bikes to promote safety and sustainability on NYC streets. The department’s figures estimate that just two cargo e-bikes can […] More
Modernizing the Commercial Vehicle Buying Process
Maritz, a leading provider of automotive training and marketing services, partners with Work Truck Solutions to provide assessments and sales coaching and training services to commercial dealership customers using the Work Truck Solutions dealership platform. […] More
Accelera by Cummins, Daimler Truck, and PACCAR Form a Joint Venture to Advance Battery Cell Production in the US
Accelera by Cummins, the zero-emissions business unit of Cummins Inc., Daimler Trucks, and PACCAR are partnering to accelerate and localize battery cell production and the battery supply chain in the US. The joint venture will […] More
Bridgestone Launches Azuga Fleet Management Software Availability in AWS Marketplace
Bridgestone Americas announces its Azuga Fleet Management Software is now available for purchase in Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace, a digital catalog with thousands of software listings from independent software vendors that make it easy […] More
New York Power Authority Purchases Mullen Cargo Vans
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the largest state public power organization in the US, has purchased Mullen’s Campus Delivery Cargo Vans after a successful completion […] More
Mack’s Roanoke Valley Operations Now Certified for Supporting Renewable Energy Resources
Roanoke Valley Operations (RVO) in Virginia, where all Mack Trucks’ medium-duty vehicles are assembled, is now certified and participating in Appalachian Power Company’s 100% Renewable Wind-Water-Sunlight (WWS) Service. This means that RVO purchases 100% of […] More
Lightning eMotors Vehicles Surpass Five Million All-Electric Miles
Lightning eMotors, a leading provider of zero-emission, medium-duty commercial vehicles and electric vehicle technology for fleets, announces its fielded units deployed to commercial electric vehicle fleets have surpassed five million real-world miles. Lightning has delivered […] More
Ryder Deploys Its First BrightDrop Electric Vehicles
Ryder System, Inc., a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, announces the deployment of its first BrightDrop Zevo 600 electric vans at four strategic Ryder facilities in California, Texas, and New […] More
Mullen Announces Launch of In-House Fleet Telematics Solution
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces the launch of Commercial Pulse, an advanced telematics solution for customers, providing a complete solution for vehicle diagnostics and fleet optimization. Mullen’s Commercial Pulse is an […] More
Universal Technical Institute and Peterbilt Technician Institute Hit Milestone, Continuing Work to Meet Demands for Diesel Technicians
Universal Technical Institute (UTI), a division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc. and a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation, skilled trades, and energy education programs, along with industry partner Peterbilt, is celebrating several milestones for […] More
Mullen Announces New Stops for the 2023 Strikingly Different EV Tour
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces new stops for the 2023 Strikingly Different EV tour. The current tour includes a stop today at Dover Motor Speedway, September 18th and 19th, in Washington […] More
PowerStop Introduces Brake Solutions for Last Mile and Medium-Duty Vehicle Applications
PowerStop®, a leader in brake solutions since 1995, introduces Z47 Medium Duty & Fleet brake pads to its lineup of products for the Class 4-7 hydraulic brake vehicle market, alongside the Z36 Truck & Tow […] More
Kriete First to Achieve Electric Truck Certification
Kriete Truck Centers, a Wisconsin-based commercial truck and equipment dealer, announces that it has completed the rigorous training and facility upgrades to become the first Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer […] More
Peterbilt Celebrates Production Milestone with 100,000th Model 389
Peterbilt celebrates the production of the 100,000th Model 389 at its Denton, Texas manufacturing plant. The Model 389 was introduced in 2006 and this 100,000th truck represents the hard work of designers, engineers, and plant […] More
Superior Energy Systems Propane Autogas Dispensers Pump 100 Millionth Gallon
Superior Energy Systems, best known for its propane midstream and autogas installations around the country, reaches a milestone of more than 100 million gallons of fuel pumped through its line of PRO-Vend 2000 propane autogas […] More
Lightning eMotors Obtains Certification
Lightning eMotors, a leading provider of zero-emission, medium-duty commercial vehicles and electric vehicle technology for fleets, announces it has achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 certification for its company-wide quality management system. “This certification […] More
Azuga Unveils Its Telematics-Driven Collision Reconstruction Solution
Azuga, a global leader in fleet telematics, announces the debut of its pioneering Collision Reconstruction solution, a telematics-integrated accident analysis tool. This state-of-the-art technology, born from seven years of rigorous research and development, is poised […] More
Mullen Commemorates Start of Class 3 Vehicle Production with Successful Commercial EV Launch Event
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces that it held its first Tunica open house event, highlighting its first Class 3 EV trucks rolling off the assembly line. The launch event was conducted […] More
Marion Body Works to Host Event Celebrating the Shipment of Its 15,000th Cab
Marion Body Works, national manufacturer of commercial truck bodies, fire and emergency apparatus, custom cabs, custom engineered vehicles, and defense bodies, celebrated the shipment of its 15,000th cab. Marion crafted the unit for longtime customer, […] More
Volvo Trucks to Showcase Electromobility Innovations, Sustainability, and Transportation Efficiency with VNR Electric
Volvo Trucks North America will offer test drives of its Class 8 VNR Electric as part of the “Acceleration to Zero” emissions initiative at the Green Transportation Summit & Expo (GTSE) August 22-24 in Tacoma, […] More
Isuzu’s Scranton Parts Distribution Center Named One of North America’s Top Performing Warehouses
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America announces its parts distribution center in Scranton, Pennsylvania, was recently named one of North America’s top performing warehouses in Carlisle & Co.’s 2023 North American Parts Benchmark (NAPB). The award […] More
Hot Shot’s Secret Introduces Adrenaline Assembly Lubricant
In response to requests from top engine builders, Hot Shot’s Secret announced the launch of Adrenaline Assembly Lubricant. This corrosion-resistant assembly lubricant has extreme dry-start protection and a strong tacky adherence to parts. Adrenaline […] More
Stellantis Expands and Enhances Parts Business in North America
To further enhance and expand its replacement parts and service business in North America, Stellantis announces the bproauto® aftermarket parts brand as its new line of high-quality, competitively priced, replacement parts. Following decades of success […] More
Fleet Advantage Fleet Services Experts Provide Complimentary Fleet Safety Audits During Brake Safety Week
Fleet Advantage, a leading innovator in truck fleet business analytics, equipment financing, and life cycle cost management (LCCM), announces it will be offering complimentary fleet audits in conjunction with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) […] More
Optronics Introduces MCL Series Marker/Clearance Lights
Optronics International, manufacturer of vehicle harnesses, electronic control systems, and LED lighting for the global transportation industry, announces the release of its new innovative MCL2300, MCL20, and MCL16T Marker/Clearance Lights. The novel lights will enable […] More
VMAC Earns Great Place To Work Certification for Fifth Straight Year
VMAC secures its status as a Great Place To Work for 2023-2024, earning this certification for the fifth consecutive year. To become certified, coworkers must answer an anonymous Trust Index Employee Survey that focuses on five […] More
Safe Fleet Acquires Leading Rolling Tarp System Provider
Safe Fleet, the leading supplier of safety solutions for fleet vehicles, extends its tarp system capabilities with the acquisition of Merlot Vango Tarping Solutions, an industry-leading provider of rolling tarpaulin systems for flatbed and platform […] More
Mullen’s First Commercial Production Vehicle Rolls Off Assembly Line
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces the first production vehicle, the Mullen THREE, a Class 3 EV truck, has rolled off the line at Mullen’s commercial vehicle assembly facility in Tunica, Mississippi. […] More
Amerit Launches Reefer Tech Academy and Trailer Tech Academy, Creating Next Gen of Skilled Technicians
Amerit Fleet Solutions introduces Reefer Tech Academy, a comprehensive curriculum that focuses on environmental compliance, refrigerants management, leak detection, and other repairs and maintenance, and Trailer Tech Academy, a curriculum designed to equip individuals seeking […] More
Pre-Q GALGO Corporation Extends Extreme Tread Line By Five Designs
PRE-Q GALGO Corporation announces an extension of their famous Extreme tread line that now includes the addition of five designs that were lab-tested down to 80° below. The Extreme line includes LDD (Long Distance Drive) […] More
Coxreels Introduces New Extreme Duty XTM Series
For years, Coxreels has supplied heavy-duty reels with triple axle supports and solid ¼-inch plate bases for demanding applications and environments. Coxreels engineered strength with features, balancing performance with cost, bringing suitable solutions for many […] More
Nexar Fleets Improves Efficiency, Ensures Driver and Vehicle Safety, and Saves on Fuel and Insurance Costs
Nexar Fleets, specifically designed for small business owners, has seen its growth surge by hundreds of percent, a testament to the compelling benefits it offers. Nexar Fleets is not merely a provider of tech-based services; […] More
New Shell Rotella T6 10W-30 Full Synthetic is Now Available
New Shell Rotella® T6 10W-30 Full Synthetic Heavy Duty Engine Oil with Triple Protection Plus™ Technology is now available at over 6,000 O’Reilly Auto Parts locations and online at oreillyauto.com. It is available at Amazon […] More
Platform Science and Uptake Partner to Bring Predictive Maintenance to US Fleets
Platform Science, a connected vehicle platform, and Uptake, a predictive analytics software-as-a-service (SaaS) company, announced a partnership to extend data-driven insights as well as predictive maintenance capabilities to some of the country’s largest vehicle fleets. […] More
Stertil-Koni Production Facility in Streator, Illinois, Delivers 20,000th Mobile Column Lift
Stertil-Koni announced its US production facility Stertil ALM, in Streator, Illinois, recently produced its 20,000th Mobile Column Lift. The significance of the milestone underscores Stertil-Koni’s growing dominance in the heavy-duty vehicle lift industry in North […] More
A Light of Hope, Felling Trailers Announces 2023 Trailer for a Cause Auction Dates
Felling Trailers will conduct its 11th annual auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer to benefit a non-profit organization. Felling Trailers chose Pockets of Hope as the 2023 recipient. Every day, children face abuse, […] More
VMAC Earns 2023 Safety Pinnacle Sapphire Award from The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC
VMAC renewed its Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) Certificate of Recognition (COR). The company also received the 2023 Safety Pinnacle Sapphire Award for safety excellence. The Manufacturing Safety Alliance of British Columbia, a certified […] More
Greater Plant Capacity, Improving Efficiencies Support Lower F-150 Lightning Prices for Customers
Ford takes advantage of increased plant capacity, work on scaling production, and improving material costs to lower F-150 Lightning® MSRP. The Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Michigan is temporarily closed to complete final plant upgrades. […] More
Dana Expands Spicer Select Drivetrain Coverage
Dana Incorporated expanded the Spicer Select® line, adding end yokes, axle shafts, and D/S170 and D/S190 primary gearing coverage. “As vehicles age, product choices may change,” says Bill Nunnery, senior director, sales and marketing, global aftermarket […] More
New FoldPro Shelving from Safe Fleet Delivers Innovation, Reliability, and Safety for the Long Haul
Safe Fleet unveils its newest technology, FoldPro Shelving, by Prime Design. Because speed is what counts in last-mile delivery, FoldPro Shelving offers a solution that boasts a design meticulously engineered to offer unparalleled durability, enhanced […] More
Ranger Introduces TruSensor Universal TPMS Diagnostic and Programming Kit
Ranger Division of BendPak, a leader in wheel service equipment, introduces its TruSensorTM universal TPMS solution for diagnosing and programming tire pressure monitoring systems on import and domestic cars, SUVS, vans, and trucks. “Professional technicians […] More
Eberspaecher Celebrates 50 Years in North America
Together with Mayor Bonnie Crombie and guests, Eberspaecher Management celebrated 50 years of Eberspaecher Climate Control Systems in North America. The site in Mississauga is the oldest overseas subsidiary of the Eberspaecher Group; it supplies […] More
Of All Commercial Diesel Trucks on the Roads, 57% are Near-Zero Emissions
US trucking companies are buying more new, low emission, diesel technology than ever. Research shows the number of new near-zero emission diesel trucks on the road increased 10.2% between 2021 and 2022 according to the […] More
Mullen Announces New Mobile EV Charging Truck Delivering Level 2 and Level 3 DC Fast Charging
Mullen Automotive announced PowerUP, Mullen’s new mobile EV charging truck that delivers Level 2 and 3 DC fast charging capabilities. PowerUp is ideal for scenarios where such power is not available. This includes roadside assistance […] More
Mullen Announces the Sale of 22 EV Cargo Vans to Randy Marion Automotive Group; Sales Revenue to Be Recognized in Upcoming 10-Q
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an EV manufacturer, announced the sale of 22 EV cargo vans to Randy Marion Automotive Group. The $308,000 is the company’s first recorded revenue, which Mullen will recognize in the quarter ending June […] More
GPS Trackit Launches New E-Commerce Platform
GPS Trackit, provider of all-in-one fleet management solutions, launches its e-commerce platform, offering AI fleet management, telematics, and video solutions. This new store caters to the growing demand for reliable and technologically advanced tracking solutions […] More
eTechnician Upgrades Support for EPA 2021 Hino Trucks
NEXIQ Technologies® released eTechnician 2.8, which enables the PC-based solution to provide bi-directional diagnostic support for Hino Trucks. “Medium- and heavy-duty truck repair operations now have the ability to program injector codes for EPA 07 […] More
Mullen Launches AI-powered PERSONA Vehicle Technology Across All EV Lineups
Mullen Automotive, Inc. announced the integration of AI-powered PERSONA vehicle technology into its overall commercial and consumer vehicle lineups. PERSONA, originally developed for the Mullen FIVE, is an advanced interactive AI camera/sensor and video monitoring […] More
Nauto Among Stellantis Ventures’ 11 Key Investments into Sustainable Mobility
Stellantis Ventures, the corporate venture fund of Stellantis N.V., was formed to support and amplify the execution of Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan. Ten startup companies and one mobility venture fund have been considered so […] More
NEXIQ Technologies Launches New Blue-Link 2 Mobile Vehicle Interface
NEXIQ Technologies® announced the release of its Blue-Link™ 2 Mobile Vehicle Interface. Developed for use with mobile device applications, Blue-Link 2 enables seamless communication with vehicles for access to diagnostic information. “Our second generation Blue-Link […] More
Mullen Announces Development of Lightweight EV Truck Body with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment of Southern California
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced the development of a lightweight truck body for its Class 3 EV with Phenix Truck Bodies & Van Equipment. Phenix will develop a lightweight body […] More
PRE-Q GALGO Corporation Exhibits at the 2023 TAPT Conference
PRE-Q® GALGO Corporation exhibited at the annual Tennessee Association of Pupil Transportation conference in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. “This year’s show far exceeded our expectations,” says Ron Elliott, PRE-Q GALGO marketing manager. “We were met with […] More
VisionTrack and Applied Driving Join Forces to Target Safer Driving
VisionTrack teamed up with Applied Driving, a driver safety and performance management specialist, to develop a video-enabled safe driving solution. The companies will bring together the benefits of automated risk reduction, 360-degree vision, and cloud-based […] More
Parker Hannifin Check Valves Serve Critical Role in Work Trucks with Aerial Work Platforms
Even when workers follow jobsite safety protocols to a T, emergencies can happen. And when working with large, powerful machines in dangerous or challenging environments, things can become catastrophic quickly. However, there is one small […] More
Isuzu and Builtmore Celebrate Assembly of 100,000th Isuzu N-Series Gasoline Truck
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., distributor of America’s best-selling low-cab-forward trucks, has announced that the 100,000th gasoline-powered Isuzu N-Series truck was produced today, at the Builtmore Contract Manufacturing facility in Charlotte, Michigan. Since 2011, […] More
Tarps Shipped Same-Day, Safe Fleet Unveils New E-Store
Safe Fleet, a provider of safety solutions for fleet vehicles, announced a new online option for purchasing replacement tarps. Just launched, Rapid Tarps™ e-Store allows for same-day or next-day shipping on tarps for dump truck, […] More
Mullen Partners with Amerit Fleet Solutions to Support National Service, Parts, and Warranty for All Commercial Vehicles
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced Amerit Fleet Solutions as the provider for national service and warranty work supporting Mullen’s commercial vehicle lineup, including the Mullen CAMPUS – EV Cargo Van, the […] More
Liacon Cranks Out New 12V LFP Battery with a 4,000-plus Life Cycle
Liacon, European battery manufacturer, released a new, versatile lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery that can replace all Group 31 lead acid units. “Group 31 batteries are one of the highest selling in the market,” says Philip Meek, […] More
Chevron Delo 600 ADF Oils Approved for Cummins Mobile Natural Gas Engines
Chevron Products Company announced the approval of Delo® 600 ADF 10W-30 and Delo® 600 ADF 15W-40 for use in Cummins mobile natural gas engines. The Cummins’ approval process requires two years of field testing in Cummins engines […] More
Trillium Energy Solutions to Fuel Werner Enterprises Field Trials for New Cummins 15-L Natural Gas Engine
Trillium Energy Solutions will supply Werner Enterprises with renewable natural gas (RNG) to fuel the 15-L Cummins natural gas engine as part of field trials of the new Cummins X15N engine in North America. Trillium […] More
Isuzu Creates Director, EV Strategies Position in Preparation for the Future
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc., announced that Matthew A. Mesick will hold the position as the company’s first director, EV strategies. Isuzu created this position in the company just two months after its big […] More
EnerSys Introduces ODYSSEY Connect Battery Monitoring System
EnerSys® launched the ODYSSEY Connect battery monitoring system. The system features technology to actively monitor and track a range of battery health and performance data for optimal operations. The information received through the system is […] More
Physical Operations Leaders Step Up Investments in Workforce and Technology to Reinvent Operations, Samsara Research Shows
Samsara Inc., pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, announced its 2023 State of Connected Operations Report. The reports offers a look into how organizations within industries that drive more than 40% of the global GDP […] More
Advantage Truck Group Hosts SkillsUSA Massachusetts Diesel Equipment Technology State Championship
Advantage Truck Group hosted the Diesel Equipment Technology competition for the 2023 SkillsUSA Massachusetts State Championships on April 28. The event brought together the state’s top high school students to compete for a chance to […] More
Mullen Announces $15,755,000 Vehicle Purchase Agreement with MGT Lease Company for 250 Class 3 Commercial EV Trucks
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced the signing of a vehicle purchase agreement with MGT Lease Company (MGT), a national fleet leasing provider, to purchase 250 all-electric commercial Class 3 cab […] More
The Reading Truck Group Signs an Agreement to Acquire Mastercraft Truck Equipment
The Reading Truck Group signed an agreement to acquire Colorado-based Mastercraft Truck Equipment, a commercial truck and van solutions provider. With two locations in Colorado, the acquisition furthers Reading Truck’s growth strategy. It also positions […] More
Blue Arc EV Delivery Vans Win 2023 Green Car Product of Excellence Award
The Shyft Group, Inc. announced its Blue Arc™ EV delivery vehicles have received a Green Car Journal 2023 Green Car Product of Excellence™ award. The award honors commercial vehicles that feature greater environmental performance through […] More
VMAC Receives Canada’s Best Managed Companies Award for Fifth Consecutive Year
VMAC announced that it has received the Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for the fifth consecutive year; the company will also maintain its Gold Standard designation. The Canada’s Best Managed Companies program annually awards Canadian […] More
Mullen Readies for Commercial Launches, Announces Customer Pricing for Class 1 EV Cargo Vans and Class 3 EV Cab Chassis Trucks
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced customer vehicle pricing for the Mullen ONE, Class 1 EV Cargo Van, and Mullen THREE, Class 3 EV Cab Chassis Truck. “As more fleets focus on […] More
Fontaine Modification Introduces Dual Drive Conversion for Kenworth Conventional Medium-duty Trucks
Fontaine Modification Medium & Heavy Truck Operations introduced its Kenworth Premium Sit-Down Dual Drive modification. It’s the only sit-down dual drive (SDDD) conversion available for Kenworth T180, T280, T380, and T480 medium-duty conventional trucks. Fontaine […] More
Stellar Introduces NXT52 Hooklift to its Lineup
Stellar introduced the NXT52 Hooklift. This 52,000-lb capacity hoist is the latest telescopic hooklift in the NXT series from Stellar. “The introduction of the NXT series has reinvigorated the hooklift market, and we’re pleased to build […] More
Hino Trucks Partners to Distribute Battery Electric Heavy-duty Tractors
Hino Trucks has signed a distribution agreement with Hexagon Purus to exclusively distribute a complete battery electric tractor. This tractor will use Hexagon Purus’ proprietary zero-emission technology, including battery systems, auxiliary modules, power modules, and […] More
Mullen Announces 1,000-Vehicle Order from Randy Marion Automotive Group for Class 3 EV Cab Chassis Trucks
Mullen Automotive, Inc., an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, announced a 1,000-vehicle order for the Mullen THREE, a Class 3 low cab forward (LCF) EV truck. Randy Marion Automotive Group (RMA) placed the order with deliveries […] More
Innovation and Community Dominate NAFA’S 2023 I&E
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) recently concluded its 2023 Institute and Expo (I&E) in Baltimore, Maryland. Nearly 2,000 fleet and mobility professionals from around the globe convened to network, learn, and explore the latest from […] More
Modine Launches New EVantage Fuel Cell Stack Cooling Package for Commercial Zero-Emission Vehicles
As demand for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) grows, the need for reliable and energy-efficient thermal management solutions has never been greater. In response to this need, Modine Manufacturing Company, thermal management technology and solutions, announced the […] More
Fleet Advantage Unveils New Analytic Tool That Will Define the Future of Transportation
Fleet Advantage will unveil a revolutionary new analytic tool at the upcoming National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Annual Conference (May 7-9 in Orlando, booth #923) offering technology to help define the future of transportation for […] More
VMAC Wins Exporter of the Year and Manufactured Products Awards at the 2022 BC Export Awards
VMAC received awards at the 2022 BC Export Awards for its contribution to British Columbia’s economic growth. The company earned: Manufactured Products as well as the top award, BC Exporter of the Year. The BC […] More
ROUSH CleanTech to Showcase Autogas Vehicles at Propane Expo
ROUSH CleanTech will showcase two propane autogas-fueled vehicles used by ThompsonGas in its booth #119 at the 2023 Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo, April 23-25 in Nashville. ThompsonGas, based in Frederick, Maryland, operates 10 […] More
Roadz Announces Fleetstore Online Marketplace for Commercial Fleet Operators
Roadz, a Silicon Valley based fleet-tech company, announced the latest Roadz-powered SaaS marketplace: Fleetstore, a Bosch Initiative. The one-stop-shop environment offers digital solutions to help commercial fleets address operating costs, productivity, safety, and regulatory compliance. […] More
Cipia Announces the Release of the Next-Gen Cipia-FS10 Plus, Providing AI Video Telematics for Fleets
Cipia, an AI computer vision in-cabin automotive solutions provider, announced the release of Cipia-FS10 Plus, the next generation of its Cipia-FS10 advanced video telematics device specifically designed for fleets. The Cipia-FS10 Plus offers Cipia’s AI-based […] More
Peterbilt Announces Partnership with Lincoln Tech to Expand PTI Service Technician Training Program
Peterbilt announced a partnership with Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (Lincoln Tech), one of America’s most established technical schools. Lincoln Tech will offer the Peterbilt Technician Institute (PTI) program at its Nashville, Tennessee, location. This will […] More
Volta Trucks to Debut All-electric Volta Zero at ACT Expo as Highlight of US Launch Plan
Volta Trucks, all-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, confirmed the US launch and first public display of the all-electric Volta Zero at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo between May 1 and 4, as […] More
The Shyft Group Achieves CARB Approval for Blue Arc EV Delivery Vans
The Shyft Group, Inc. completed testing and received an executive order of compliance from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) for the Company’s Blue Arc™ EV Solutions Class 3, 4, and 5 electric delivery vehicles. […] More
NAFA Launches ESG Reporting Resource for Fleet Professionals
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) announced a new ESG Reporting offering for the fleet community. Designed by fuel and fleet leaders, this reporting application allows fleets to calculate and track their emissions and emissions reductions. […] More
NAFA Launches Two New Programs to Spark Innovation at Upcoming 2023 Institute & Expo Conference
NAFA Fleet Management Association announced the addition of two new programs at the 2023 Institute & Expo (I&E) Conference. The first is a special Innovations Showcase where attendees can experience new products from I&E exhibitors. […] More
PacLease Places First Leased Electric Peterbilts into Service
PacLease presented keys for two Peterbilt Model 579 EV Day Cabs to Truck King, a Dallas-area trucking company. The day cabs, leased through PacLease Dallas, will be used for local line-haul operations—running approximately 100 miles […] More
5 Ways Parker Hannifin’s QuickFit Oil Change System Will Increase Fleet Maintenance ROI
Hidden costs associated with changing the oil in mobile equipment and trucks costs fleets thousands of dollars each year, and you probably don’t even realize it. These expenses include lost production, proper staff training, oil […] More
ACE Parking Surpasses One Million All-Electric, Zero-Emission Miles with Lightning eMotors Lightning ZEV4 & Lightning ZEV5
Lightning eMotors announced customer ACE Parking’s San Diego Airport ZEV4 and ZEV5 bus fleet surpassed one million all-electric, zero-emission miles. Lightning CRO Kash Sethi says ACE Parking’s San Diego Airport fleet is a success story […] More
TecNiq Develops T67 Family of Lights to Include Stop/Tail/Turn/Reverse, Amber Strobe, and Reverse Options
TecNiq announced the addition of an all-new series of 6-inch oval lighting, the T67 Amber Strobe, and DOT lamps. The T67 is an all-new, diffused lamp from TecNiq. This light comes in four different lenses […] More
SEA Electric Selected to Power Hino Trucks’ M and L Series
The move follows in the footsteps of earlier supply agreements, which included the sale of SEA Electric-branded Class 5 trucks. This announcement paves the way for Hino Trucks to fit SEA Electric’s SEA-Drive® power-system to […] More
Netradyne’s Q1 ’23 Launch Unveils Technologies Addressing Cost, Safety, and Fleet Management Challenges
Netradyne, a SaaS provider of artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing solutions, announced its seasonal launch. The launch introduces new solutions and updates to its existing product suite. Amid economic uncertainty, efficiency and visibility into […] More
Chevron Refreshes and Optimizes Grease Product Line
Chevron announced refreshed branding for its line of grease products, featuring new naming and packaging to make the product selection process more seamless for customers. This product optimization aims to future-proof its product line to […] More
IMT Showcases Industry-Leading Battery-Powered Hydraulic Telescopic Crane at Work Truck Week 2023
Iowa Mold Tooling Co., Inc. (IMT) provided a look into the company’s sustainable technologies with the battery-powered hydraulic telescopic crane and air compressor package displayed at Work Truck Week 2023. “We are leveraging our best […] More
Workhorse Group Unveils W56 Step Van at the NTEA Work Truck Show
Workhorse Group Inc. announced the formal unveiling of its W56 step van model at the National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, Indiana. The first-look presentation, hosted by Workhorse CEO Rick Dauch, […] More
3M Launches New Best-in-class Print Wrap Film and Overlaminate for Commercial Vehicles
The performance-minded work truck industry demands creative ideas as well as bold designs and flawless installations. Therefore, graphic manufacturers and installers require solutions that exceed expectations and achieve the maximum return on investment (ROI) for […] More
FCCC Delivers First Two All-electric MT50e Walk-in-van Units to Ryder
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) and Ryder System, Inc. recently delivered two MT50e all-electric walk-in van units for use in the greater Boston area. Both MT50e electric vehicles will join the Boston-area fleet of W.B. […] More
Isuzu Executive Director of Marketing Brian Tabel Joins NTEA Board Of Directors
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. announced that Brian J. Tabel, the company’s executive director of marketing, has been selected to serve a three-year term on the board of directors of NTEA—The Association for the […] More
Isuzu Introduces Its First Electric Truck
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. announced its first all-electric production model, the N-Series EV. The 2025-model-year Class 5 truck—featuring a full 19,500-lb gross vehicle weight rating, a battery electric platform developed by Isuzu Motors […] More
VMAC Announces Three New Product Releases at NTEA’s Work Truck Week 2023
VMAC announced three new product innovations at NTEA’s Work Truck Week 2023. New VMAC product releases include the DTM185 direct-transmission mounted air compressor, the G30+GEN rotary screw air compressor/generator, and the 5-in-1 Multifunction power system, […] More
Allison Transmission Showcases Latest Innovations in Propulsion Technology at Work Truck Week 2023 in Indianapolis
Allison Transmission will sponsor and exhibit at Work Truck Week® 2023, March 7 – 10 in Indianapolis. “As a member of the Indianapolis community for more than 100 years, Allison takes immense pride in hosting […] More
Propane Now Reducing Emissions through Recharging Infrastructure
Propane now reduces emissions along the path to zero even further, providing a significantly less expensive and cleaner recharging solution. The new portable dual-purpose standalone fueling system from Propane Fueling Solutions allows fleets with various […] More
The Shyft Group Raises the Bar with EPA 200-Mile Range for Blue Arc Delivery Vans
The Shyft Group, Inc., a North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets, announced the completed testing as well a certification from the United […] More
Fontaine Modification Expands Air-Weigh On-Board Scales Offerings
Air-Weigh will make it easier to add on-board weighing technology to new vocational vehicles through an agreement with Fontaine Modification. Fontaine Modification Medium & Heavy Truck Operations will now install Air-Weigh LoadMaxx on-board scales on […] More
A Century of Innovation: Kenworth Turns 100 in 2023
Over the last century, more than 1.3 million trucks have traveled across the US and Canada with a Kenworth badge. In 2023, Kenworth begins a year-long celebration, commemorating its 100th anniversary and contributions to the transportation […] More
Uptake Enhances Predictive Maintenance Technology through Daimler Truck North America’s Data-as-a-Service Model
Uptake, a leader in predictive analytics software-as-a-service (SaaS), entered into a commercial agreement with Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), a manufacturer and provider of commercial vehicle products, services, and technologies. The agreement will enable the use […] More
Cummins Announces New X10 Engine, Next in the Fuel-agnostic Series, Launching in North America in 2026
Cummins Inc. announced it will launch the next engine in the fuel-agnostic series, the X10, in North America in 2026. This engine could replace both the L9 and the X12 with the versatility to serve […] More
Stertil-Koni Faces Polar Vortex Head-on at Event Benefitting Special Olympics of Maryland
Stertil-Koni employees along with their friends and families gathered on February 3rd to brave some of the season’s lowest temperatures. It was all in an effort to jump into the icy Chesapeake Bay at Sandy […] More
NAFA Celebrates the Certified Automotive Fleet Manager 2022 Graduates
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, recognizes the 2022 graduates of its Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) program. This eight-module program offers the most current fleet management education. It […] More
Commercial Truck Trader Debuts Visual-based Search to Increase Dealer Leads
Commercial Truck Trader introduced a new search option that uses visual images to help buyers quickly zero in on vehicles that match their specific requirements. The new guided search function dramatically reduces search time and has the […] More
Drive 19 Commercial EVs, Medium-duty Trucks, and More at Work Truck Week 2023 Ride & Drive
Test drive more than a dozen electric commercial vehicles as well as new internal combustion medium-duty trucks just steps from an exhibit hall packed with the latest products and technology from 500 companies at Work […] More
Fleet Advantage’s Latest Industry Benchmark Survey Illustrates Growing Desire for Financial Flexibility and Business Agility in Fleet Operations
Fleet Advantage announced results of its latest industry benchmarking survey. In the survey, the company took the pulse of industry leaders on topics ranging from the use of alternate-fuel trucks; equipment finance trends; and strategies for […] More
The Shyft Group Invests in Michigan to Build Blue Arc All-Electric Commercial Vehicles
The Shyft Group plans to invest in and expand the company’s facilities in Charlotte, Michigan. This will enable production of commercial electric vehicles for its Blue Arc™ EV Solutions brand, launched last year. Shyft will […] More
Bosch Rexroth Completes HydraForce Acquisition to Enhance Global Hydraulics Offering
Bosch Rexroth completed the acquisition of hydraulic specialist HydraForce on February 3. The acquisition of the Lincolnshire, Illinois-based company was announced in July 2022. It strengthens Bosch Rexroth’s footprint in North America. It also expands […] More
Mclaren Doors Launches New Streamline 2-inch Insulated Reinforced Intermediate Panel
MCLAREN DOORS announced the launch of its new reinforced intermediate panel for the Streamline 2-inch Insulated roll-up truck door. The reinforced panel is a completely extruded 1/8-inch thick aluminum panel with an exterior PVC fascia. […] More
Autocar’s Record-breaking Innovations Remain Unparalleled and Celebrated
Autocar LLC shared its record-breaking accomplishments and innovations from 2022. In 2022, the Autocar brand celebrated its 125th anniversary, marking another year as the nation’s first and oldest truck brand. Fueling Autocar’s continued success in […] More
FCCC Celebrates Delivery of First Two MT50e Units to Penske Truck Leasing in California
Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp. (FCCC) and Penske Truck Leasing recently commemorated the delivery of two MT50e all-electric walk-in van units for use in California. Penske Truck Leasing delivered one MT50e unit each to two California-based […] More
Felling Trailers Releases Design Innovations for X-Force Hydraulic Detachable Goosenecks
Felling Trailers, Inc. will debut design modifications to the X-Force hydraulic detachable’s gooseneck at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023. Felling is known to enhance and develop new product designs for increased production efficiencies, operator safety, and ease of […] More
Kenworth T880 Concrete Pump Truck Produces $505,000 Donation to Support CIM Education Program
A donated Kenworth T880 truck sold during the Concrete Industry Management annual auction will contribute to the CIM educational program. This is thanks to Kenworth, Alliance Concrete Pumps, Papé Kenworth, as well as other Kenworth […] More
Fontaine Modification’s New International Premium Dual Drive Improves Driver Comfort for Trash Collection, Street Sweeping
The new International Premium Dual Drive modification from Fontaine Modification Medium & Heavy Truck Operations makes it just as comfortable for a driver to operate a refuse collection vehicle, street sweeper, or road-striping truck from […] More
Steering System Manufacturer Enters New Markets
Steering system manufacturer Pailton Engineering will design and build a new steering column for lightweight delivery vehicles. The column will satisfy a growing demand for components optimized for lightweight vehicles, particularly last-mile delivery vehicles. This […] More
Stellar Introduces Six New Lighter-Weight Telescopic Service Cranes Featuring the CDTpro™ Remote with Range Finder™
Stellar launches six new telescopic cranes using the exclusive CDTpro Remote with Range Finder to the marketplace. These cranes are redesigns of its 9,000-lb class cranes (9621 and 9630), 10,000-lb class cranes (10621 and 10630) […] More
Rotary’s New XA12 Alignment Scissor Lift Offers Wide Service Capacity Range in a Small Footprint
Rotary, part of Vehicle Service GroupSM (VSG), a Dover company, announced the new XA12 Alignment Scissor Lift. The lift is an addition to its line of lifts for independent shop owners, dealership service departments, and […] More
Knapheide Manufacturing Company to Celebrate 175th Anniversary
The Knapheide Manufacturing Company will celebrate its 175th anniversary this year, marking nearly two centuries as a family-owned and operated business in Quincy, Illinois. In 1848, Herman Heinrich Knapheide, a German immigrant, moved to Quincy […] More
Cross Underground Development, LLC. Converts Fleet to Felling Trailers
Cross Underground Development, LLC. is a Class A Specialty Contractor located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The company specializes in the natural gas distribution industry. “We are a complete construction service provider: pipeline construction, maintenance, repairs, facility […] More
Fleet Advantage Supports January Financial Wellness Month & Extends the Focus to Helping Corporate Fleets Obtain Financial Flexibility
Financial Wellness Month is observed throughout January each year. It was created to remind people to pay closer attention to their financial wellbeing. With the continued challenges to the overall economy and companies with transportation […] More
SoundOff Signal Introduces Solution for Traffic Advising
SoundOff Signal, a leader in vehicle lighting, control systems, and electronic warning solutions for law enforcement, fire, EMS, utility, as well as government vehicles, announced the official launch of the TM100 Traffic Controller. The TM100 […] More
New 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Havoc Illuminates Expanded Light-duty Lineup
Ram Truck brand announced the exclusive new 2023 Ram 1500 TRX Havoc edition joins the light-duty lineup. The Ram 1500 TRX Havoc edition—with a Baja Yellow exterior—offers customers another option for exterior and interior appointments […] More
New EPA Rule for Heavy-duty Trucks Drives the Next Chapter for Advanced Diesel Technology
The Diesel Technology Forum issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement of a final rule establishing future emissions standards for heavy-duty engines. Executive Director Allen Schaeffer says, “Today’s final rule establishes the […] More
Advantage Truck Group Marks 10 Years of Haulin’ 4 Hunger
Advantage Truck Group (ATG) celebrates 10 years of giving back to its communities through Haulin’ 4 Hunger. ATG will celebrate by increasing donations to help provide meals in communities near ATG dealerships throughout New England. […] More
Service Truck Equipment Study Reveals Overwhelming Preference for Rotary Screw Air Compressors
VMAC surveyed 340 people in the service truck industry in 2022, asking them about their fleets and service truck equipment. The data shows 80% of professionals prefer rotary screw air compressors over reciprocating air compressors […] More
Autofleet Launches First Self-Serve Electrification Simulator to Accurately Plan the Transition to Electric Vehicles for Fleets and Charging Point Operators
Autofleet introduced a new, self-serve Fleet Planning Simulator that makes it quick and easy to accurately plan all aspects of the deployment of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and build-out of Charging Infrastructure. This includes considerations such […] More
Leading Commercial EV Manufacturers to Provide Exclusive Updates at Work Truck Week 2023
NTEA added exclusive update sessions from five electric vehicle manufacturers to the Work Truck Week® 2023 educational conference. These EV sessions join the dozen OEM updates previously announced. During the sessions, manufacturer representatives will cover important […] More
Motiv Power Systems Wins 175 New Vehicle Vouchers in California’s HVIP Electric Vehicle Incentive Program
Motiv Power Systems, innovator of all-electric medium-duty trucks and buses, secured 175 new vehicle vouchers in California’s HVIP incentive program. The Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) is the California program […] More
GPS Insight Continues to Enhance Fleet + Field Offering Across Small Business, Franchise, and Mid-Enterprise Customers
GPS Insight, provider of SaaS-based fleet and field service management software solutions, announced enhancements to its integrated Field Service Management (FSM) suite. These enhancements mark strides toward the empowerment of fleet and field service companies […] More
Mclaren Doors Launches New INSUL-LITE 2.125-inch Bottom Panel
MCLAREN DOORS launched a new bottom panel for the INSUL-LITE 2.125-inch Insulated roll-up truck door. It features a completely extruded 1/8-inch thick aluminum panel with an exterior PVC fascia. The addition of the bottom panel […] More
Dynamic Offers New Line of Tool Organizers for Sockets, Wrenches, and More
The Dynamic® tool brand introduced a new line of tool organizers. The line includes solutions for storing sockets, wrenches, screwdrivers, and other small tools. Manufactured with industrial quality and offered at budget-sensitive prices, each Dynamic […] More
Rotary Announces New Line of Fully Automatic Air Conditioning Recharging Machines Powered by TEXA
Rotary, part of Vehicle Service GroupSM (VSG), a Dover company, launched its new line of fully automatic air conditioning diagnostic and recharging equipment through Rotary’s recently announced partnership with TEXA. The product line offers service […] More
Bonnell Industries Acquires Flink Assets
Bonnell Industries Inc. announces the asset acquisition of the Flink Company located in Streator, Illinois. Bonnell Industries will not be acquiring the company, land, or building in Streator, Illinois. The company will operate and service from […] More
Optimal EV and Fontaine Modification Repower Conventional Trucks and Buses with New E1-R Electric Vehicle System
Optimal EV and Fontaine Modification Work Truck & EV Solutions introduce a repower solution that seamlessly converts conventional gasoline- or diesel-powered trucks and buses to zero-emissions electric power. The companies built the Optimal EV E1-R […] More
Talbert Manufacturing Celebrates the Removable Gooseneck Trailer’s 75th Anniversary
Talbert Manufacturing, a North American leader in specialized heavy-haul solutions, celebrates the 75th anniversary of the release of its non-ground bearing removable gooseneck trailer. First introduced in 1947, the removable gooseneck technology revolutionized safety in […] More
Volta Trucks News in Brief
VOLTA TRUCKS COMPLETES FIRST CUSTOMER AND MEDIA EVALUATION OF THE FULL-ELECTRIC VOLTA ZERO PROTOTYPE IN EUROPEAN LAUNCH MARKETS Volta Trucks, a full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, completed the first customer driving evaluations of […] More
Hot Shot’s Secret Gasoline Extreme in a New Formula and Capless Bottle Design
Hot Shot’s Secret announced a reformulation of its popular Gasoline Extreme complete fuel system cleaner. The new formula improves on the strong performance of the original formulation; Hot Shot’s Secret will introduce the formula in […] More
Bollinger Motors Announces Our Next Energy as Battery Supplier for Electric Commercial Trucks
Bollinger Motors, which recently became a majority owned company of Mullen Automotive, Inc., announced Our Next Energy will supply modular, linkable Aries battery packs to power its all-electric commercial platforms and chassis cabs. “ONE battery […] More
World-first: Volvo Delivers Electric Trucks with Fossil-free Steel to Customers
In September, Volvo Trucks started series production of heavy-duty electric, 44 tonne GCW trucks. Volvo is the first global truck manufacturer to achieve this. Additionally, the company produced some of the electric trucks with fossil-free […] More
Work Truck Solutions Announces Inventory Listing Partnership with Holman
Work Truck Solutions® announces inventory listing partnership with Holman’s small business division, providing Holman’s customers greater access to locate and acquire commercial vehicles. When companies with shared goals come together, new solutions can fall into […] More
Autocar, LLC Jumps into Basketball Season with Birmingham Squadron Basketball Sponsorship
Birmingham-based Autocar, LLC enters its second season as a sponsor of the Birmingham Squadron basketball team. Part of the National Basketball Association (NBA) G-League, Birmingham’s newest professional sports team makes up one of 30 teams […] More
Felling Trailers’ Pan “Gravity” Tilt Trailers Receive Design Modifications
The Felling Trailers’ drop-deck Pan Tilt model has undergone design modifications to increase operator ease of use and safety. The Pan Tilt is a gravity tilt trailer, using gravity and a center pivot point for […] More
JASPER Announces Availability of RAM 6.4L HEMI Engine
Jasper Engines & Transmissions, a leader in remanufactured products, announced the availability of its Ram 6.4-L HEMI engine. This engine is available for the following applications: 2014-2017 Ram 3500-5500 (Cab/Chassis) 2014-2017 Ram 3500-5500 (Pickup) Jasper […] More
Hilltip Acquires Industrial Metal Products, Inc.
Hilltip, manufacturer of snowplows, spreaders, de-icing sprayers, sweepers, and other road maintenance equipment, acquired all assets of Industrial Metal Products, Inc., an Indiana-based manufacturer of truck beds and other quality metal products. The arrangement provides […] More
Lightning eMotors Announces Transport Canada Registration, Expanding Commercial EV Presence in Canada
Lightning eMotors announced that Transport Canada has registered Lightning eMotors in its pre-clearance program. Transport Canada is a federal institution responsible for transportation policies and programs promoting safe, secure, efficient, and environmentally responsible transportation. This […] More
Rotary Debuts New Mobile Advanced Driver Assistance System, Partners with TEXA to Expand Product Line
Rotary, part of Vehicle Service GroupSM (VSG), a Dover company, recently partnered with TEXA to develop its new product line, “Rotary powered by TEXA™”. TEXA is a global leader in the design, development, and production […] More
Fleet Advantage’s Kids Around The Corner Foundation Donates John Deere Tractor to HorsePlay Therapy Center
Fleet Advantage, an innovator in Class 8 fleet data analytics, equipment financing, and life cycle cost management (LCCM), announced a donation of an $18,000 John Deere tractor from Ag-Pro of Hastings through its Kids Around The Corner Foundation to HorsePlay […] More
International Dealers to Offer Customers Comprehensive Ownership Solutions for S13 Integrated Powertrain
Navistar and International® dealer network prepare to support customers with comprehensive ownership solutions for the International S13 Integrated Powertrain. Comprehensive ownership solutions include dealer integrated software, built-in service products, repair maintenance contracts, and preventive maintenance programs. These efforts will […] More
Heavy Duty Truck Engine Manufacturers Use Parker Hannifin Check Valves as Fuel Pressure Regulators to Meet Emissions Requirements
Truck engine manufacturers continue to face more stringent requirements than ever related to efficiency and emissions. As a result, the pursuit of new ideas and technologies to meet these challenges is ongoing. Whether they realize […] More
Modine Selected to Supply Thermal Management Solution for Shyft Group Blue Arc Commercial EV
As commercial fleet owners move to electric vehicles (EVs) to cut emissions, Modine Manufacturing Company, a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, announced working with leading specialty vehicle manufacturer The Shyft Group […] More
Uptake Unveils New Analytics Features in Uptake Fleet Predictive Maintenance Platform
Uptake, industrial intelligence software-as-a-service (SaaS), announced the availability of several major new capabilities in Uptake Fleet, its comprehensive predictive maintenance solution for the transportation industry. Leading the additions is an expanded Work Order Analytics capability. This […] More
NTEA Extends Work Truck Week 2023 Exhibit Hours, New Exhibitor Pavilion Returns
Attendees will have more time to check out the latest commercial vehicles, equipment, and technology from 500 companies at Work Truck Week® 2023 thanks to extended Work Truck Show exhibit hours. The popular New Exhibitor Pavilion […] More
Battle Motors and ENGS Commercial Finance Jointly Develop Captive Finance Solutions through Battle Motors’ Extensive Dealer Network
Battle Motors, Inc., formerly Crane Carrier Company (CCC), and ENGS Commercial Finance Co., (ENGS) partnered to launch a customer finance platform in Battle Motors Capital powered by ENGS Commercial Finance Co. and Mitsubishi HC Capital […] More
CarriersEdge Adds New Fleet Resource Library to Support Driver Training Programs
CarriersEdge, provider of online driver training for the trucking industry, introduced a new resource library to the CarriersEdge platform. It is designed to help drivers apply information that is covered in CarriersEdge online training courses […] More
Zonar Announces Next Generation of ZTrak, a Rugged and Reliable Asset Tracking Solution
Zonar, smart mobility solutions, announced the availability of its latest iteration of ZTrak, a ruggedized asset tracker designed for long-range connectivity in remote, harsh environments. Zonar built ZTrak with GPS, cellular, and Wi-Fi technologies. It can […] More
Fleetio Adds VMRS Maintenance Categorization Codes to Create Consistency and Cost Efficiency for Fleet Managers
Fleetio added five VMRS (Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards) Code Keys to its maintenance data categorization capabilities. This update enables fleet managers to see the scope of their maintenance spend, uncover costly trends, and optimize vehicle […] More
NEXIQ Technologies Launches New USB-Link 3 Vehicle Interface
NEXIQ Technologies® announced the release of its USB-Link™ 3 Vehicle Interface Wireless Edition. NEXIQ bills the device as a next generation handheld device that allows users to “make the connection anyway you like”. The USB-Link […] More
Best Logistics Group Reports Safety Success Metrics with Netradyne
Netradyne, a SaaS leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing focusing on driver and fleet safety, announced that customer Best Logistics Group has significantly decreased its claims and improved its driver safety program over […] More
Town of Cary, North Carolina, Orders Mack LR Electric
The Town of Cary, North Carolina, recently ordered a Mack® LR Electric Class 8 refuse vehicle to reaffirm its commitment to sustainability and its citizens. The Mack LR Electric will provide the community with reduced emissions, maintenance, […] More
Gasboy Launches Site PRIME and Truck PRIME Fuel Management Systems
Gasboy, fleet fueling solutions, added Gasboy Site PRIME and Truck PRIME into the PRIME Suite of Fuel Management Solutions. Site PRIME is Gasboy’s latest innovative fuel management system. Gasboy designed the system for smaller form […] More
Volvo Trucks Simplifies EV Charger Procurement with Vendor Direct Shipping Program
Volvo Trucks North America announced a program providing streamlined access to electric vehicle (EV) charging offerings for dealers and customers. The Vendor Direct Shipping program allows customers to procure mobile and fixed charging hardware solutions […] More
Alternative Fuel Tax Credit Retroactively Extended for Propane Autogas Vehicles
The Propane Education & Research Council encourages propane autogas fleet operators to take advantage of the Alternative Fuel Tax Credit, which was recently passed by the US Congress as part of the Inflation Reduction Act, […] More
Booster Expands Renewable Diesel Product Offering to Fleets across California
Recognizing fleet customers’ growing demand for lower-carbon energy sources, Booster®, a tech-driven mobile energy delivery company, expanded its renewable diesel product offering to three new markets in California. The move enables nearly 50 Sacramento, San […] More
ALI Introduces Electronic Lift Safety Standards and Training Materials
Lift safety advocate Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) now offers digital versions of vehicle lift safety standards and training materials. Electronic versions of ANSI/ALI ALOIM: 2020, the standard governing lift operation, inspection, and maintenance, and ANSI/ALI […] More
Robert Herjavec, Entrepreneur and Star of Shark Tank, Named Work Truck Show Keynote Speaker
Get tips on resilience, building the will to win, and using challenges as motivation from one of North America’s most recognizable business leaders, Robert Herjavec, at Work Truck Week 2023. The entrepreneur, author, and star […] More
The Shyft Group Secures Initial Pre-order for Blue Arc All-electric Delivery Walk-in Vans
Blue Arc™ EV Solutions, part of The Shyft Group, debuted in March with the industry-first commercial grade purpose-built EV chassis; a fully reimagined from the ground up all-electric Class 3 delivery walk-in van; and a […] More
Harbinger and Autel Announce Charging Partnership to Address the Needs of the North American Class 4 to 7 Fleets
Harbinger, an LA-based vehicle and technology company, announced its charging partnership with Autel Energy. Autel Energy is an energy management company that also provides EV charging solutions. The partnership comes on the tail of both […] More
Bollinger Motors and Wabash Announce Joint Development to Produce Last-mile Refrigerated Delivery Electric Truck
Bollinger Motors, which recently became a majority owned company of Mullen Automotive, Inc., announced it has teamed up with Wabash, a leading truck body and trailer manufacturer, to develop a stronger, lighter, refrigerated truck body on electric […] More
Stem Announces Joint Solar, Storage, and EV Charging Offering with InCharge Energy
Stem, a leader in AI-driven clean energy solutions, announced its partnership with InCharge Energy, a fleet electrification services leader. The partnership will equip businesses with a complete EV fleet infrastructure solution to maximize their charging […] More
Winter Equipment Launches New Product Catalog
Winter Equipment recently launched its full-line product catalog for the 2022-2023 season. From cutting edge systems, guards, and gravel road maintenance, the catalog covers all of Winter Equipment’s offerings. The 66-page catalog is divided into […] More
Mopar Announces New Quality-tested, Factory-backed Accessories for New 2023 Ram ProMaster
Adding to the Ram ProMaster’s adaptability, Mopar offers quality-tested, factory-backed accessories for vocational, delivery, lifestyle, and #vanlife users. “The new 2023 Ram ProMaster is designed and built to meet the demands of a variety of […] More
Rubicon Enters Technology Partnership with Samsara
Rubicon Technologies, Inc., a leading digital marketplace for waste and recycling and provider of innovative software-based products for businesses and governments worldwide, announced it has entered a technology partnership with Samsara Inc. to unlock new value […] More
Battle Motors Announces Series B Capital Raise of $150 Million
Battle Motors, formerly Crane Carrier Company (CCC), completed a Series B investment round with $150 million in new growth capital from a cornerstone global institutional investor. This capital raise follows a $120 million Series A […] More
FordDirect and Work Truck Solutions Team Up to Provide Pathway to Commercial Profits for Ford and Lincoln Dealerships
Work Truck Solutions announced a partnership with FordDirect to assist Ford and Lincoln dealers in capitalizing on the value and profits associated with the growing B2B business opportunity. As a result, this partnership provides Ford […] More
Tomtom’s GO Navigation App Introduces Truck Navigation
TomTom, mapmaker and geolocation specialist, introduced GO Navigation’s truck plan—an offer designed to meet the needs of professional truck drivers. In addition to GO Navigation’s premium navigation capabilities, this enables drivers to plan routes that […] More
New Data Shows Samsara Drives Cost-Savings Opportunities for Customers in First Year
Samsara Inc. released data that shows how it’s helping customers reduce costs within the first year of adoption. Headwinds like inflation and high fuel prices have led physical operations companies to prioritize cost savings. Samsara […] More
New OEM Unveils Commercial Medium-duty Platform Set to Electrify and Revolutionize the Industry
Harbinger announced its official launch and unveiled a new electric vehicle (EV) platform poised to transform the medium-duty industry. Founded to bring modernization and fresh thinking to the electrification market, Harbinger’s products will include stripped […] More
GPS Insight Named 2022 Sustainability Leadership Award Winner by Business Intelligence Group
GPS Insight announced that Business Intelligence Group named the company a 2022 Sustainability Leadership Award winner in the 2022 Sustainability Awards program. Companies bestowed with the Sustainability Leadership Award have demonstrated sustainability as a central […] More
Booster Expands Mobile Fueling Services Coast to Coast
In response to growing customer demand from enterprise fleets looking to optimize costs as well as lower carbon emissions and source renewable fuels, Booster®, a tech-driven mobile energy delivery company, announced expansion across the United […] More
Werner Enterprises Signs Letter of Intent Planning to Secure 500 X15H Engines from Cummins
Werner Enterprises, a transportation and logistics provider, and Cummins Inc., a power solutions provider, announced Werner signed a letter of intent to purchase 500 Cummins’ 15-L hydrogen internal combustion engines upon availability. The two companies […] More
Work Truck Solutions Adds Manheim Vehicles to its Vehicle Acquisition Search Tool
Work Truck Solutions announced an addition to its Vehicle Acquisition Search Tool (VAST), adding Manheim as a partner. As inventory shortages continue restricting franchised dealers’ OEM allotments, enterprising dealers are finding alternative sources to fill […] More
Bollinger Reveals B4 Commercial Electric Truck
Bollinger Motors announced its Class 4 all-electric fleet truck, the Bollinger B4. The B4 features a cab-forward design with industry-leading safety, cargo, and turn circle capabilities. “The cab-forward design is a radical change from our […] More
VMAC Celebrates 25 Years of UNDERHOOD Air Compressor Innovation
VMAC celebrates its 25th anniversary of UNDERHOOD™ air compressors. The first UNDERHOOD70 air compressor shipped in the fall of 1997. Since then, VMAC has sold over 25,000 UNDERHOODs for Ford, RAM, GMC, Chevrolet, International, and […] More
Customer Demand Leads Fontaine Modification to Build Larger Corporate Headquarters in Charlotte
Driven by soaring demand in both its Heavy Truck Operations and Work Truck and EV Solutions divisions, Fontaine Modification will build a new corporate headquarters. The new headquarters will more than double its production and […] More
Registration Open for Work Truck Industry Welder Certification Program Fall 2022 Train-the-Trainer Session
NTEA announced open registration for the fall 2022 Train-the-Trainer session for the Work Truck Industry Welder Certification Program. NTEA will collaborate with Lincoln Electric Company as well as NC3 to present the program. The course […] More
Kenworth Introduces Online 2022 Medium Duty Body Builder Manual
Kenworth published a comprehensive, 152-page online body builder manual for its medium-duty conventional lineup. The lineup ranges from Class 5 to light Class 8 models. The 2022 Kenworth Medium Duty Body Builder Manual features an […] More
Comvoy.com Taps Crestline as Exclusive Transportation Partner
Work Truck Solutions announced Crestline as its exclusive transportation partner for Comvoy.com. “This industry is far from static,” says Kathryn Schifferle, CEO of Work Truck Solutions, the company behind Comvoy.com. “We’re very keen on the […] More
West Michigan International Opens Michigan’s First Public Commercial Vehicle Charging Station
International dealer West Michigan International announced the opening of Michigan’s first public commercial EV charging station at its Kalamazoo location. Located off I-94, one of the largest freight corridors in the Midwest, the station is […] More
Isuzu Celebrates Isuzu Dealers’ Best Sales Consultants, Service Advisors, Parts Salespeople, and Technicians in Unprecedented “Week of Weeks” Competitions
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc. announced the winners of its 2022 National Sales Walkaround, National Service Walkaround, National Parts Salesperson Product Presentation and North America I-1 Grand Prix Technical competitions. The finals of all […] More
Autocar, LLC Begins Field Testing All-Electric Cabover Refuse Trucks
AUTOCAR®, manufacturer of specialized severe-duty vocational trucks, built its first two alpha units that feature a zero emissions, all-electric powertrain. Additionally, the two E-ACX electric cabover refuse trucks are going through a strict validation testing […] More
Emterra Group Orders Mack® LR Electric to be in Service in the Greater Toronto Area
Emterra Group, a Canadian integrated resource management company, recently ordered a Mack® LR Electric Class 8 refuse vehicle. Jonathan Randall, Mack Trucks senior vice president of sales and commercial operations, says Emterra has provided green […] More
Ferguson Collaborates with Holman and Electrada to Launch Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Program
Through a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Ferguson, North America’s leading distributor of plumbing and HVAC supplies, Holman, a global automotive services organization, and Electrada, an electric fuel solutions company, announce a fleet electrification pilot. This effort delivers […] More
Supply Chain Disruptions Drive Heightened Focus on Commercial Vehicle Uptime and Latest Lifting Technologies, New Industry Overview Reveals
Supply chain disruptions are approaching their worst levels in nearly 50 years. They are combined with escalating business and consumer demand for product deliveries and passenger transport. To combat industry issues, Stertil-Koni, recommends a six-step […] More
Bridgestone Collaborates with Microsoft to Accelerate Advanced Tire Analytics Integration Across Global Portfolio of Connected Tires and Mobility Solutions
Bridgestone Corporation announced a collaboration with Microsoft to use Microsoft Azure to accelerate development and go-to-market strategies in support of Bridgestone’s digital transformation and sustainable solutions portfolio. “Since our first collaboration announcement in 2020, Microsoft has […] More
McLaren Doors Announces New Roll-up Door Program with Rush Truck Centers
McLaren Doors announced a new Roll-Up Door Program with Rush Truck Centers. Rush Truck Centers is now part of the McLaren Doors Dealer network from coast to coast. McLaren Doors will provide premium lightweight roll-up […] More
Continental Partners with Navistar to Launch Regional On/Off-road Tires with 220-lb Load Capacity
Through a partnership with Navistar, Continental designed a new lineup of 19.5-inch tires for regional on- and off-road uses. Continental launched the tires in Load Range H; this allows them to deliver extra load carrying […] More
Lightning eMotors Unveils Next-generation Mobile Charger for Commercial and Consumer Electric Vehicles
Lightning eMotors announced the unveiling of its second-generation Lightning Mobile chargers for commercial and consumer electric vehicles (EV). The mobile DC fast charger offers deployment of charging capabilities where static charging stations are not possible […] More
World of Concrete and Modern WorkTruck Solutions Present Work Truck Live! at 2023 Trade Show
World of Concrete revealed Work Truck Live!, an all-new experiential initiative designed to showcase the innovations in a contractor’s most important asset—trucks. Presented by Modern WorkTruck Solutions in a dedicated exhibit area, the event will […] More
Kenworth Releases Medium Duty Driver Academy Video Series
Kenworth released a Driver Academy video series for customers operating Kenworth’s line of new medium-duty trucks. The company designed the comprehensive videos to help drivers get the best from their new Kenworth medium-duty trucks. The […] More
Fontaine Heavy-Haul Changes Company Name to Fontaine Specialized
The trailer business previously known as Fontaine Heavy-Haul is now Fontaine Specialized. Todd Anderson, president of Fontaine Specialized, explains the product line will continue to expand beyond traditional trailers. He says over the years, the […] More
Volvo Trucks Constructing California Electrified Charging Corridor for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicles
Volvo Trucks North America announced a joint effort with Volvo Financial Services, Volvo Technology of America, Shell Recharge Solutions, TEC Equipment, Affinity Truck Center, and Western Truck Center. The effort will develop publicly accessible medium- […] More
Ridgeline Lubricants Launches Innovative Fluids Analysis Program
Ridgeline™, Parkland Corporation’s high-performance lubricant brand, announced the launch of the Ridgeline™ Fluids Analysis program for maintenance professionals needing to detect engine problems before they occur. The Ridgeline Fluids Analysis program provides an analysis of equipment’s used […] More
Navistar Serves Customer and Industry Partner Electrification Needs with International eMV Series
Navistar recognizes numerous customer and partner milestones achieved with its International® eMV™ Series battery-electric medium-duty truck. In production since August 2021, the eMV Series’ flexible design has offered customers various specification options to serve multiple […] More
Ensure Food Safety in the Most Severe Conditions with EROAD’s New CoreHub Xtreme
EROAD, a global fleet performance management partner, introduced CoreHub Xtreme, a next-generation IoT trailer monitoring and control gateway designed for supply chain assurance and optimized fleet efficiency for cold chain transportation. Engineered to transform food […] More
Clarience Technologies Acquires Pressure Systems International
Clarience Technologies acquired Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.), a leading provider of automatic tire inflation systems for commercial truck trailers. This acquisition expands the company’s technology portfolio to include tire-related technologies currently gaining adoption as fleets […] More
Healing with Honor, Felling Trailers Announces 2022 Trailer for a Cause Auction Dates
Felling Trailers, Inc. will conduct its 10th online auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer benefiting a nonprofit organization. Eagle’s Healing Nest is the 2022 recipient. Felling Trailers wants to help generate awareness about […] More
Lippert and Fontaine Modification Introduce LUVERNE 2-inch Tubular Grille Guard for Chevrolet Silverado Medium-duty Trucks
Lippert Components, Inc. (Lippert™) and Fontaine Modification introduce the jointly developed LUVERNE® 2-inch Tubular Grille Guard for Chevrolet® Silverado® 4500 HD, 5500 HD, and 6500 HD Chassis Cabs. The 2-inch tubular grille guard features a […] More
Leading OEMs to Showcase Chassis Updates at NTEA’s 2022 Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit
Work truck industry chassis manufacturers will gather September 13–14, 2022, at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (Sandusky, Ohio) to share the latest chassis and technical updates at NTEA’s Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, formerly Truck Product Conference. […] More
Samsara Beyond 2022: Driving Resiliency and Digital Transformation of Physical Operations
At its customer conference Beyond, Samsara Inc. announced a series of new integrations, partnerships, and product features to further transform physical operations. Samsara is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud. The cloud is an […] More
Netradyne Announces Partnership with Boyle Transportation
Netradyne announced a partnership with Boyle Transportation, a specialized transportation logistics provider for life sciences and defense companies. Through the partnership, Boyle Transportation will deploy Netradyne’s vision-based Driver•i safety camera platform throughout its fleet of […] More
NTEA Announces Collaboration with Commercial Truck Trader and S&P Global Mobility for Special Report due This Fall
NTEA announced a collaboration with Commercial Truck Trader and S&P Global Mobility (formerly the automotive team at IHS Markit). The collaboration will provide commercial vehicle life cycle trends as well as intelligence to the work […] More
Samsara and General Motors Work to Optimize Cloud-based Fleet Management
At its customer conference Beyond, Samsara Inc., announced it will work with General Motors (GM) to give shared customers a holistic view of commercial fleets; it will also help them operate more efficiently. Through this […] More
GreenPath Logistics Announces Plans to Double Alternative Fuel Fleet, Hire up to 200 New Employees
As more companies focus on becoming net zero, GreenPath Logistics (GPL) announced plans to double the size of its fleet. Dallas-based GPL’s alternative fuel fleet helps customers reduce carbon emissions by up to 85%. GPL also […] More
King County’s Kenworth T680E Battery Electric Vehicle Rolls out of Kenworth Renton Plant
King County received a first look at its new Kenworth T680E battery electric vehicle at the Kenworth Renton manufacturing plant. A special ceremony featured King County Executive Dow Constantine; Pat McLaughlin, King County Solid Waste […] More
Terex Utilities Names First 9 Utilities to Order New All-Electric Bucket Truck
Terex Utilities introduced the industry’s first all-electric bucket truck at the Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference (EUFMC). The company also announced the first nine customers to receive these new Terex Optima 55-ft aerial devices. The […] More
Morgan Truck Body and EAVX Underscore Commitment to a Zero-Emission Future at CARB and CALSTART Zero-Emission Truck Showcase
Morgan Truck Body featured two advanced-technology truck bodies at the first Zero-emission Truck Showcase and Ride and Drive. The event took place June 8 at the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California. The California Air […] More
VMAC Awarded Canada’s Best Managed Companies Gold Standard Designation
Canada’s Best Managed Companies recognized VMAC with a designation for the fourth consecutive year. As a result, VMAC became a Gold Standard winner. VMAC won its initial Best Managed award in 2019 and has successfully […] More
VMAC Releases 2022 State of The Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report
VMAC released the 2022 edition of its State of The Mobile Compressed Air Industry Report. The report shares fascinating insights from mobile air users. “We are pleased to release VMAC’s latest research on the mobile […] More
Optronics’ Tough, Low-cost, High-intensity UCL45 LED Utility, Scene, Work Light is Designed for Many Applications, Including EVs
Optronics International, manufacturer of vehicle harnesses, electronic control systems, and LED lighting for the global transportation industry, announced the introduction of its new UCL45 Series LED utility, scene, work light. The lamps have an IP65 […] More
Mack Academy Opens New Facility to Better Serve Electric Vehicle Training
Mack Trucks opened a new Mack Academy facility in Tinley Park, Illinois, to better support battery-electric vehicle (BEV) training; the academy will also provide dealers and customers with easier access to training in the central […] More
Wilson Electronics Announces weBoost Mobile App to Simplify Cellular Signal Booster Installation and Improve Customer Experience
Wilson Electronics, cellular signal booster technology, announced the launch of the weBoost app. The free mobile app provides customers with a step-by-step guide to aid with installation of weBoost’s self-install products. Available on the Apple App […] More
Marion Body Works Adds Manufacturing Facility in Shawano, Wisconsin
Marion Body Works, manufacturer of commercial truck bodies as well as custom cabs, custom engineered vehicles, and more, announced plans for expansion. This milestone marks a new chapter in the company’s 117-year history of family […] More
Volvo Trucks Academy Opens New Facility to Better Serve Electric Truck Training
Volvo Trucks North America announced that the Volvo Trucks Academy opened a new facility in Tinley Park, Illinois. The new facility expands access to battery-electric truck training in the central US. The new 14,865-sq-ft facility […] More
Winter Equipment Offers Razor Carbide Insert Snowplow Cutting Edge System
Winter Equipment offers the Razor System carbide insert that is built to last twice as long as standard carbide steel blades at a cost-effective investment. The Razor® system includes two PlowGuard MAXX™ guards to defend […] More
Mack Trucks Launches PreView Collision Warning Technology Now Available for Order
Mack Trucks announced the Sensata Technologies PreView multi-sensor collision warning system is now available for order on the Mack LR®, Mack LR Electric, and Mack® TerraPro® models. Sensata uses radar sensors to detect objects and […] More
Mack Trucks Introduces Electrify My Refuse Route Program to Incentivize Customers to Purchase the Mack LR Electric
Mack Trucks launched its Electrify My Refuse Route Program, a campaign that rewards customers for sharing their refuse routes to prepare the fleet’s readiness for the Mack LR® Electric refuse vehicle. To take advantage of […] More
Motiv Power Systems Wins More Than 100 New Orders and Multiple New Customers during New Incentive Period
Motiv Power Systems secured more than 100 new orders via California’s HVIP program. Customers include Cintas, FedEx, Aramark, Alsco, City Fresh, Great White Packaging, and more. The California Air Resources Board’s HVIP program accelerates commercialization by […] More
Avoid Common TPMS Service Issues by Keeping Up-to-date TPMS Scan Tools
Continental urges all automotive service technicians to update their TPMS scan tools with their tool manufacturer’s latest software. Continental is launching a campaign to make service facilities aware that they need to keep their TPMS […] More
Carrier Transicold’s Electric eCool Series Drives Efficient, Sustainable Transport Refrigeration
Carrier Transicold showcased a range of electric transport refrigeration and cooling products as part of the eCool™ series, which help lower emissions for customers across the cold chain. Carrier Transicold is a part of Carrier […] More
City of Santa Cruz, California, Purchases Mack LR Electric Vehicle to Help Meet Sustainability Goals
The City of Santa Cruz, California, recently purchased a Mack LR® Electric refuse vehicle and plans to purchase another. The Mack LR Electric is the first fully electric vehicle in the municipality’s sanitation fleet. The […] More
Fontaine Modification Offers Refrigerated Trailer Electrification through New Strategic Alliance with eTRU Innovator eNow
Fontaine Modification expands its extensive electrification integration services to include refrigerated trailers. This is possible through a strategic alliance with electric transport refrigeration unit (eTRU) innovator eNow, Inc. Fontaine will offer application engineering, integration, and […] More
Lightning eMotors Partners with Perrone Robotics to Offer Fully Autonomous Vehicle to Fleet Customers
Lightning eMotors partnered with Perrone Robotics to offer Class 3 – 7 commercial fleet customers self-driving, electric fleet vehicles. Companies can deploy these vehicles for a wide range of dedicated uses. The partnership expands Lightning’s […] More
Merchants Fleet Recognized as a US Best Managed Company
Merchants Fleet, a fleet management company, announced Deloitte selected it as a 2022 US Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes US private companies and their management teams’ […] More
Fleet Advantage Celebrates Air Quality Awareness Week by Helping Corporate Transportation Fleets Reduce Emissions
Air pollution is one of the world’s largest health and environmental problems. It is also one of the world’s leading risk factors for death, attributed to an estimated 11.65% of deaths globally. Fleet Advantage recognizes […] More
Kinedyne Offers Free Cargo Securement Regulation Training Ahead of High-Visibility Roadcheck Enforcement
Kinedyne LLC offers free training resources on cargo securement regulations and procedures through the end of May. Kinedyne aims to help truck drivers prepare for the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck program […] More
ThompsonGas Commits to Autogas with ROUSH CleanTech Propane Vehicles
Maryland-based ThompsonGas increased its 127 propane vehicle fleet, adding 10 2022 Ford F-750 trucks equipped with ROUSH CleanTech propane systems. ThompsonGas strives to operate more propane vehicles. This is because of its commitment to being […] More
NTEA Introduces Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit
NTEA will bring together the upfitter community with commercial vehicle chassis manufacturer technical and engineering experts at a familiar event. The Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, formerly Truck Product Conference, takes place September 13–14, 2022. NTEA […] More
Samsara Releases Inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report
Samsara Inc. announced its inaugural Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report titled “Building a Safer and More Sustainable World.” Samsara’s report details its progress to date and the principles that will guide the company’s ESG […] More
Navistar Prepares Huntsville Plant for Powertrain Production
Navistar announced plans to build an integrated powertrain at its recently expanded Huntsville Powertrain Manufacturing Plant in Huntsville, Alabama. Navistar broke ground on a 110,000-sq-ft expansion of the Huntsville plant in February 2020 with an […] More
Martins Gets Tough about Safety with Checkpoint
MARTINS, a leader in the North American tire equipment industry, recently acquired UK-based Checkpoint, a global leader in wheel safety. With Checkpoint, Martins adds to its products multiple wheel safety solutions, namely a variety of […] More
Fleet Advantage Celebrates Earth Day 2022 with Complimentary Emissions Scorecards
It is estimated that over a billion people participate in Earth Day every year, making it the largest secular observance in the world. Fleet Advantage recognizes Earth Day by offering complimentary Emissions Scorecards for transportation fleets […] More
Continental Once Again with Top Performance in International Sustainability Rating
For 2021, international non-profit Carbon Disclosure Project (CPD) awarded Continental the highest grade for the fourth time in a row as a global leader in reducing emissions in the supply chain (“Supplier Engagement Rating”). This […] More
Kenworth Receives Clean Energy Award from Clean & Prosperous Washington
Kenworth received the first annual David and Patricia Giuliani Clean Energy Entrepreneur Award—presented by Washington Governor Jay Inslee on behalf of Clean & Prosperous Washington—during an event held at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. The […] More
International MV Series Supports Snowplow Applications
Navistar announced the recently updated International® MV™ Series supports snowplow applications. The redesigned truck now benefits customers with a chassis configuration specifically focused on plows. It features improved packaging for easy integration and a multitude […] More
Kenworth Medium Duty Trucks Add Cummins B6.7N Natural Gas Engine for US Operation
Kenworth offers the Cummins B6.7N natural gas engine for new Kenworth T180, T280, and T380 trucks designated for US operation. The Cummins B6.7N is a 100% natural gas engine featuring spark-ignited combustion with cooled EGR […] More
Stertil-Koni Team Plunges into Icy Cold Chesapeake Bay to Raise Funds for Special Olympics of Maryland
Time froze on March 25th at 3:30 pm for the determined team of undaunted souls from vehicle lift leader, Stertil-Koni. The team once again frolicked in the frigid waters of the Chesapeake Bay for a […] More
OMNI Environmental Solutions Selects EROAD as Electronic Logging Device Solution
EROAD, a leading global transportation technology services company, announced a new partnership with OMNI Environmental Solutions, a provider of diverse drilling, completion, and production-related environmental solutions to oil and gas operators. When seeking a new […] More
Hot Shot’s Secret Everyday Diesel Treatment Now Available at Travel Centers of America and Petro Truck Stops
Hot Shot’s Secret announced select Travel Centers of America (TA) and Petro stores now sell Everyday Diesel Treatment (EDT). Everyday Diesel Treatment (EDT) additive with LX4 Lubricity Extreme is a concentrated six-in-one treatment with a […] More
Netradyne Announces Partnership with Aim Transportation Solutions
Netradyne, a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) and edge computing focusing on driver and fleet safety, announced a partnership with Aim Transportation Solutions, a provider of customized fleet services designed to benefit any business that […] More
VMAC Named Manufacturing Business of the Year at the 21st Business Excellence Awards
VMAC received Manufacturing Business of the Year award at the 21st Annual Grant Thornton LLP Vancouver Island Business Excellence Awards. “This award speaks to the heart of our organization, recognizing our manufacturing expertise and leadership […] More
Webfleet Solutions Presents the First Global Edition of the Annual Webfleet Mobility Conference
Webfleet Solutions, a telematics solutions provider and part of Bridgestone, presents the first global edition of the annual Webfleet Mobility Conference, held virtually on 26 April 2022. Under the theme “Mobility 2032: Are you ready?” industry experts will share […] More
BYD Discontinues Gas-only Auto Line to Focus on PHEV and Pure Electric Tech
BYD (Build Your Dreams) announced it stopped the production of automobiles powered only by gasoline. Its final gasoline model rolled off the assembly line in March. Further, the China-based automaker will now focus on battery-electric […] More
Peterbilt Wins Three Manufacturing Leadership Council Awards
Peterbilt Motors Company received three prestigious manufacturing leadership awards from the National Association of Manufacturers. The awards recognize the Peterbilt Denton Plant’s leadership in manufacturing, safety, and efficiency. Peterbilt received an Operational Excellence Leadership award […] More
Holman Aligns its Seven Business Units under a Singular Brand
Holman Enterprises, a global automotive services organization, announced the company unified its various business divisions and companies under a new, singular global brand, Holman. After nearly a century in business, Holman has long been established […] More
Fleet Advantage Helps Corporate Truck Fleets Certify GHG Output for New SEC Climate Disclosure Proposal
Fleet Advantage announced a program that helps fleets certify greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) output; a proposed rule issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently mandated certifying output. Fleet Advantage has certified such measures […] More
Webasto’s SmarTemp 3.0 and SmarTemp 3.0 Bluetooth Controllers Take Simplicity and User Experience to the Next Level
Webasto North America announced the introduction of its new SmarTemp 3.0 and SmarTemp 3.0 Bluetooth controllers. The devices provide ease of use and control of Webasto fuel-operated air heaters and fuel-operated coolant heaters from one […] More
Proterra Announces Multi-year Battery Supply Agreement with The Shyft Group for Blue Arc Electric Delivery Vans and EV Chassis
Proterra Inc, an innovator in commercial vehicle electrification technology, announced a strategic, multi-year supply agreement with The Shyft Group® to power its Blue Arc™ purpose-built electric delivery van and EV chassis with Proterra’s battery technology. […] More
Volvo Trucks Receives Order of 50 Volvo VNR Electric Trucks for WattEV’s Truck-as-a-Service Start-up
WattEV ordered 50 Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric trucks to launch its Truck-as-a-Service (TaaS) model in California. WattEV provides shippers and carriers battery-electric trucks at a per-mile rate, including charging. With the Taas model, customers […] More
Spireon Helps Summitt Trucking Address Labor and Trailer Shortage While Saving $644,000 per Year
Customer-first, technology-focused truckload and logistics company, Summitt Trucking, realized an annual savings of $644,000 after adopting FleetLocate trailer management and Managed Services from Spireon, a Solera company. Summitt turned to Spireon’s solutions with the aim […] More
Boom Truck Simulator from CM Labs Accurately Replicates Machine Instability to Maximize Trainee Readiness for the Worksite
CM Labs Simulations, developer of Vortex® training simulators, released its Boom Truck Simulator Training Pack. The simulation-based product accurately replicates machine instability and outrigger deployment, resulting in industry-leading training outcomes. The boom truck presents an […] More
Navistar Enables a Fully Connected Future by Standardizing Factory-installed Telematics Device on All Class 6-8 Vehicles
Navistar solidified its commitment to a connected and data-driven future with the standardization of a factory-installed telematics device on all new builds of the complete Class 6-8 International Truck and IC Bus vehicle product portfolios, […] More
Stellar Introduces New Telescopic Hooklift at NTEA Work Truck Week
Stellar, an employee-owned and operated manufacturer of mechanic trucks and cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, roll-off cable hoists, trailers, and service truck and van accessories, announced the next evolution of telescopic hooklifts with the NXT […] More
CarriersEdge Adds Dashcam Event Integration System
CarriersEdge, provider of online driver training for the trucking industry, unveiled its new dashcam integration system. The new system allows carriers to automatically assign and track required training based on dashcam captured events and behaviors. […] More
Commercial Truck Industry Reunites at Work Truck Week 2022
Smiles and handshakes were all around when Work Truck Week® returned to Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, March 8–11. North America’s largest work truck event felt more like a long-awaited reunion than a trade show. […] More
Doleco’s Level Deck Self-Leveling Decking Beam Doubles Efficiency and Lifts Itself
Doleco USA, manufacturer of lifting, sling, and load-securing technologies including the DoNova PowerLash Textile Lashing Chain, PowerLift Textile Chain Sling, and LayerLok Double-Decking Systems, unveiled the Level Deck Self-Leveling Decking Beam. The patented Level Deck […] More
Industry’s First Software-definable Flash LiDAR Complements Software-defined Vehicle
PreAct Technologies announced its patent pending T30P flash LiDAR is the industry’s first sensor designed to be software-definable. The T30P also easily integrates into a complete autonomous driving system stack for automakers, trucking, and robotics […] More
ROUSH CleanTech Battery Electric Ford F-650 On Hand for Launch of StreetsLA’s Center for Green Innovation
ROUSH CleanTech attended the launch of the Los Angeles Bureau of Street Services’ Center for Green Innovation. The event took place on February 15 at the Center for Green Innovation’s North Hollywood Yard. The ROUSH […] More
Kenworth K270E and K370E Electric Vehicles Eligible for Base $85,000 Voucher Incentive Under 2022 CARB HVIP
The Kenworth K270E Class 6 and K370E Class 7 battery electric vehicles are eligible for a base $85,000 voucher incentive available to qualifying California purchasers from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The financial incentive […] More
TomTom and Webfleet Solutions Collaborate on an Integrated Mobile Solution for Professional Drivers and Fleet Managers
Webfleet Solutions partnered with TomTom (TOM2) to launch the WEBFLEET Work App and TomTom Go Fleet App. The companies’ combined expertise creates a single source for fleet managers and drivers to address challenges they face daily. […] More
AJR Trucking and MDB Transportation Place Largest Kenworth EV Order to Date
AJR Trucking and MDB Transportation ordered 15 Kenworth T680E and 10 Kenworth K270E battery electric vehicles from Inland Kenworth – Montebello. This marks the largest Kenworth battery electric vehicle order placed to date. AJR Trucking […] More
Unprecedented demand drives Green Truck Summit to larger location at Work Truck Week 2022
NTEA will move Green Truck Summit to a larger location for Work Truck Week® 2022 to meet unprecedented demand while maintaining comfortable spacing. Green Truck Summit shifts from the first floor of JW Marriott Indianapolis […] More
Optronics Celebrates 50-year Anniversary with New Headquarters, New Website, New Logo, and New Future Outlook
Optronics International, manufacturer of vehicle harnesses, electronic control systems, and LED lighting for the global transportation industry, kicked off its 50th anniversary celebration announcing the move of its North American headquarters to a new 200,000-sq-ft […] More
Peterbilt Offers New 18-Speed PACCAR TX-18 Automated Transmission
Peterbilt Motors Company added all-new PACCAR TX-18 and TX-18 Pro automated transmissions to the family of PACCAR TX transmissions. The TX-18 Transmission is available in Peterbilt Models 567, 389, and 579 equipped with PACCAR MX […] More
Cummins Unveils Fuel-agnostic Internal Combustion Powertrain Solutions
Cummins Inc. announced the expansion of its powertrain platforms, leveraging a range of lower carbon fuel types. As the industry’s first unified, fuel-agnostic engines, these platforms will use engine blocks and core components that share […] More
VMAC Earns Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence from Manufacturing Safety Alliance of BC
VMAC earned the Occupational Safety Standard of Excellence (OSSE) Certificate of Recognition (COR), certified through the Manufacturing Safety Alliance of British Columbia, with cooperation from WorkSafeBC. This achievement highlights VMAC’s commitment to the health and […] More
The Shyft Group to Debut Last-mile Electric Delivery Vehicle at NTEA Work Truck Week
The Shyft Group will reveal its electric delivery vehicle on its purpose-built Class 3 EV chassis at Work Truck Week. The NTEA trade show takes place in Indianapolis from March 8-10. “Unable to find a […] More
Fleet Advantage’s Sale-Leaseback Program Continues to Find New Ways to Help Fleets Infuse Cash for Operational Needs
As the world evolves from the severity of the pandemic, industries including transportation leverage partners to overcome new challenges. Fleet Advantage’s innovative Sale-Leaseback program was mobilized early in the pandemic to help organizations infuse cash into […] More
Updated Universal J560 PLC Adapter Now Available From NEXIQ
The new Universal J560 PLC Adapter from NEXIQ Technologies now interfaces with all WABCO® PLC trailer brakes. In addition, it is field-updatable, an improvement that service technicians on the go are sure to appreciate. NEXIQ […] More
Lucas Oil Reimagines the Consumer Experience with Updated Product Packaging
Lucas Oil Products, a leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, announced the rollout of customer-centric QR codes across the entire lineup of racing as well as everyday car care, motorcycle, marine, and […] More
WEATHER GUARD Introduces Van Shelf Lighting with PowerSync™ Technology
WEATHER GUARD® introduced the WEATHER GUARD Van Shelf Lighting with integrated PowerSync™ Technology. The new, easy-to-install van shelf lighting provides better storage visibility and efficiency. It can be customized to the vehicle to provide the […] More
STEMCO Announces New Discover XR Wheel Seal Now Available As Standalone Product
STEMCO, an Enpro company and manufacturer of heavy-duty components and solutions for commercial vehicles, launched the Discover XR wheel seal. This advanced wheel seal solution was previously only available as a part of the Trifecta […] More
Highway Slowdown Alerts Now Available For Truckers in New Jersey
Intelligent Imaging Systems (IIS) announced real-time traffic alerts in partnership with the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT). New Jersey joins North Carolina in offering the in-state alerts, which are provided through IIS’ sister company, […] More
Trucking Association of Massachusetts Awards Advantage Truck Group Company of the Year
The Trucking Association of Massachusetts (TAM) presented Advantage Truck Group (ATG) the Company of the Year Award. TAM executive director Kevin Weeks recognized ATG for its tireless dedication, involvement, and professionalism in the transportation industry. […] More
Affinity Truck Center in Fresno, a Mack Trucks and Volvo Dealer, is Now Electric Vehicle Certified
Volvo Trucks North America designated Affinity Truck Center as a Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer at its Fresno, California dealership. The designation allows Affinity Truck Center to support both Mack Truck and Volvo electric models. […] More
Cummins Announces New 20kW Generator for Commercial Mobile Applications
Cummins Inc. announced its new SD 20 diesel generator set for commercial mobile applications. The SD 20 is well suited for a variety of trailer and vehicle applications; this includes disaster relief as well as […] More