9 cool facts about refrigerated trailers

Refrigerated trailers offer plenty of opportunities to introduce technologies as diverse as telematics, sensors, and electric power. But what do you know about these units that are designed to keep…

The science behind trailer design, and why spring ride deserves a fresh look

TORONTO, Ont. – Ever wonder what goes into the decisions behind which components come on your trailer? For an OEM, it’s a complex evaluation that takes many factors into account.

Western Canadian dealer named one of Wabash’s best

CALGARY, Alta. – Calgary’s Fleetstop Trailers was named one of Wabash National’s top dealers for 2018. “We are again honored to be included with Wabash’s largest and best run North…

Wabash Canada, Fleetstop Trailers recognized

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Two Canadian dealers were recognized by Wabash National as being among the best. Wabash Canada was a five-star dealer in 2016, and Fleetstop Trailers was a four-star…

Wabash to buy Supreme Industries

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Wabash National has agreed to buy truck body builder Supreme Industries. The deal is worth US$21 per share, equal to US$364 million. Supreme is the second largest…

Wabash names Eco Flaps preferred provider

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. – Eco Flaps aerodynamic splash guards have been named a preferred provider by Wabash National for its commercial dry and refrigerated van trailers, the company announced. “We couldn’t…

Wabash rear impact guard qualifies for international award

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Wabash National has been named a finalist for the SSAB Swedish Steel Prize, recognizing its use of advanced high-strength steel in its trailers’ rear impact guard. Wabash…

Wabash National invests in composites manufacturing facility

LITTLE FALLS, Minn. – Wabash National has announced a $3-million investment into a Minnesota manufacturing facility to expand production of molded structural composites (MSC). The investments is part of a…

Fourth fleet joins Wabash Cold Chain Series launch program

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Wabash National Corp. said a fourth fleet has agreed to join its launch program for its Cold Chain Series refrigerated van trailers. Leonard’s Express will help bring…

Wabash brings on new duo to lead company into the future

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Wabash National Corp.’s Tank Trailer welcomed Dave Hill as its vice-president and general manager and Jay Morfitt as director of business development and strategy. Hill will lead…

Wabash shows off composite reefer prototype

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Wabash National showcased for the first time a prototype composite refrigerated trailer that it says will be as light as a dry van. And that’s counting the…

Wabash introduces stronger rear impact guard

LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Wabash has developed a new rear impact guard for 53-ft. dry van trailers that it says better prevents underride in multiple offset, or overlap, impact scenarios. The…

AeroFin XL helps improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency

LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Wabash National Corp. has developed its fifth aerodynamic solutions product line device, which is designed to improve trailer fuel economy. The AeroFin XL Tail Device is a…

Dana starts production on RS 40 SmartRide trailer suspension

KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- Dana Corporation's commercial vehicle systems group has started production of its new Dana Spic...

Wabash National launches new DuraPlate CargoMax

LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Wabash National Corporation has announced the launch of its new DuraPlate CargoMax domestic cont...