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Mohawk’s Christopher Tate Wins Second TMCSuperTech Grand Championship

CLEVELAND — For a second time, Christopher Tate of Mohawk Truck Inc. was named Grand Champion at TMCSuperTech. During his 16th year at the event, Tate claimed victories in two individual stations — fuel & lubes and suspension — and said with this victory he plans to retire from the competition.

September 17, 2021
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Tire Industry Association Announces Honors

The Tire Industry Association, which represents all segments of the tire industry, announced a slew of distinctions last month.

September 17, 2021
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Biggest US Port Complex to Work Nights, Weekends to Cut Logjam

Ports operating in the U.S.’s biggest gateway for trade with Asia will extend night hours and work weekends to clear port delays amid record volumes.

September 17, 2021
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Distracted Driving Coalition Launches Nationwide Effort

Dozens of safety-minded organizations launched a national coalition aimed at reducing the deadly threat of distracted driving on the nation’s highways.

September 17, 2021
BusinessEquipment

August Used Class 8 Average Price Soars, Sets Record

Record prices and higher sales defined the used Class 8 market in August, ACT Research reported.

September 17, 2021
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CLDA Strives to Raise Money to Help Members Affected by Hurricane Ida

The Customized Logistics & Delivery Association (CLDA) has set up a fund to help its members who were victims of Hurricane Ida, the organization announced Sept. 8.

September 17, 2021
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TMC Holds Debate on the Future of Tractor-Trailer Connections

CLEVELAND — Trailer connectivity was a key focus of product announcements at American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition, but debate continues on how to best implement and integrate the various technologies in the mix.

September 17, 2021
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Kruger Energy Adds First Peterbilt 579EV Models in Canada

Kruger Energy announced it purchased two Class 8 Model 579EV trucks from Peterbilt Motors Co., marking the first of the vehicles the truck maker has sold in Canada.

September 17, 2021
BusinessEquipment

Maxion Begins Production of 64-Pound Steel Wheel

Maxion Wheels announced its 64-pound steel truck wheel, Tough and Light, is in production at its San Luis Potosí, Mexico, commercial vehicle steel wheels plant.

September 17, 2021
BusinessEquipment

Alcoa Wheels Launches Dual Valve Wheel

Alcoa Wheels introduced its new forged aluminum dual valve wheel.

September 17, 2021