Trailer maker Wabash National Corp. reported higher first-quarter earnings and a record order backlog as demand for new equipment remained strong.
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Temporary Funding Bill Still Up in the Air, Chairman Bill Shuster Says
WASHINGTON — With only 33 days left to pass a temporary funding extension for the nation’s transportation system, the man who heads the House Transportation Committee said he doesn’t know where the money will come from or how long the extension will last.
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April 28, 2015Maritime Interests Seek Upgraded Freight System
WASHINGTON — U.S. maritime interests added voices to a growing chorus seeking more federal transport funding, citing a $28.9 billion shortfall for freight-network upgrades.
April 27, 2015Proper Inflation, Wheel Balancing Help Extend Tire Life, Experts Say
Preventive tire maintenance handled in-house with everyday equipment is vital for private fleets looking to maximize tread wear and longevity, even for those that outsource some or all of their work, fleet and industry experts said.
April 27, 2015Jack Cooper Sees Car Haulers Benefiting From Rail Delays
Jack Cooper Holdings Corp., the 87-year-old transporter of cars and light trucks, is preparing to haul more vehicles as rail delays cause automakers in theÌýUnited StatesÌýto seek alternatives.
April 24, 2015PressurePro Launches New Display for Tire-Pressure Monitoring System
Advantage PressurePro has launched a new display for its tire-performance management system.
April 16, 2015Cass Freight Index Shows Decline in March Shipping Activity
The Cass Freight Index, a measure of shipping activity in trucking and other transportation modes, declined in March and expenditures also dipped, Cass Information Systems said.
April 15, 2015Goodyear Enhances Fuel Max Lineup
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has added a retread option for its Fuel Max line of truck tires the company started rolling out in the fall.
April 13, 2015Alcoa Reports Improved 1Q Results, Projects Growth in North American Truck Market
Aluminum-wheel supplier Alcoa reported improved first-quarter financial results and boosted its 2015 outlook for the North American heavy-duty truck market.
April 9, 2015Class 8 Truck Orders Decline for First Time in 26 Months
New orders for Class 8 trucks declined in March for the first time in 26 months, but manufacturers remain busy filling previously placed orders, ACT Research said.
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