Net U.S. trailer orders in September strengthened to nearly 19,000 compared with weaker tallies during the summer, but still were far below the record year-ago level, ACT Research reported.
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NHTSA Seeks Comments on Rear-Visibility Camera Systems
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is seeking comments on an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking that could lead to camera-based, rear-visibility systems replacing mirrors on heavy trucks and cars.
October 16, 2019Refocus on Customers as Trailer Orders Slow, Expert Says
PALM BEACH, Fla. — As the market slows, trailer dealers need to pay closer attention to customer relations, inventory management, accounts receivables and employees, an industry consultant said.
October 15, 2019Automated Reloads Program Reduces Emissions, Convoy Says
Convoy’s recently launched automated reloads program is yielding a 45% decrease in the carbon dioxide emissions created by empty miles in freight, according to the digital freight network.
October 15, 2019Mack Truck Workers Begin Strike at Plants in 3 States
Thousands of Mack Truck workers were on strike Oct. 13 at plants in three states, the first such walkout in decades.
October 15, 2019SEFA Group Wins State Clean Diesel Grant
The SEFA Group was awarded a State Clean Diesel Grant in South Carolina through the Diesel Emission Reduction Act program, the company said in an Oct. 10 news release.
October 11, 2019For ATA’s New Chairman Randy Guillot, Life and Work Are Family Affairs
NEW ORLEANS — Business was going quite well for family-owned Triple G Express Inc. during the summer of 2005, as the city best known for its 24-hour nightlife, vibrant live music scene and spicy Cajun cuisine also served as a great base of operations for the intermodal motor carrier and its decades-old less-than-truckload affiliate, Southeastern Motor Freight Inc.
October 9, 2019UPS Invests $450 Million in CNG Trucks, Stations
UPS Inc. announced it will spend $450 million to add 6,000 vehicles powered by compressed natural gas as well as supporting infrastructure beginning next year.
October 9, 2019Spireon Outlines Vision for Intelligent Trailer Management
SAN DIEGO — Asset-tracking provider Spireon has introduced Intelligent Trailer Management, the company’s next-generation portfolio of products and services.
October 8, 2019Parts Maker Hendrickson Teases Announcement at NACV
DAYTON, Ohio — A manufacturer of heavy-duty truck suspension and brake systems hinted at having more to say later this month about the recent purchase of land in Dayton.
October 8, 2019