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Productsby StaffDecember 19, 2017

Paccar Automated Transmission Now Standard on Kenworth T680

Kenworth has announced that the 12-speed Paccar Automated Transmission and right-hand column-mounted shifter will be standard equipment on linehaul and regional haul applications of Kenworth’s on-highway flagship T680.

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Driversby David CullenDecember 19, 2017

FMCSA Looking at How it Defines Personal Conveyance

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing to revise its regulatory guidance on commercial-vehicle drivers legally using trucks as “personal conveyance” while off duty.

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Fleet Managementby John G. SmithDecember 19, 2017

Canada Unveils Plan for its Own ELD Mandate

Canada’s federal government has unveiled plans to mandate electronic logging devices in trucks, largely echoing rules that officially took hold in the U.S. on Dec. 18.

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Equipmentby StaffDecember 19, 2017

Michelin Taps Clark to Head North America Unit

Michelin Group has named Scott Clark as the new chairman and president of Michelin North America, effective Jan. 1, 2018.

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Fleet Managementby StaffDecember 19, 2017

Freightliner Trucks Deliver Wreaths Across America

Sherri Garner Brumbaugh, president and CEO of Garner Trucking Inc. and vice chairman of the American Trucking Association (ATA), has donated the use of patriotic, custom-painted Freightliner trucks and their drivers to volunteer with Wreaths Across America for five years.

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Driversby StaffDecember 19, 2017

Trucking Alliance Applauds Trump for Sticking with ELD Rule

The Trucking Alliance is applauding the Trump Administration for not delaying the ELD mandate deadline, calling it a victory for highway safety.

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Fuel Smartsby StaffDecember 19, 2017

UPS Orders 125 Tesla Semi Electric Trucks

UPS has announced it has reserved 125 Tesla Semis, the new electric Class 8 truck that was recently unveiled by Elon Musk.

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Fleet Managementby Evan LockridgeDecember 19, 2017

Navistar Returns to Profitability, Expects Strong 2018

Navistar International Corp. reported on Tuesday that it returned to profitability as it wrapped up its 2017 fiscal year and final quarter.

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Equipmentby StaffDecember 19, 2017

Trailer Orders Hit 'Fantastic' 42,600 Units in November

Preliminary reports on trailer orders from November are projecting a fantastic month, hitting 42,600 units, according to FTR.

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Equipmentby StaffDecember 18, 2017

Wabash National Chief Giromini to Step Down in June

Wabash National CEO Richard J. Giromini has informed the company of his intention to step down on June 1, 2018.

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