Navigation unit with Wi-Fi

The TomTom GO 52 combines connected navigation with Wi-Fi updates and smartphone notifications.

Peterbilt demos electric waste truck

NEW ORLEANS, LA - Visitors to the WasteExpo 2017 show from May 8 to 11 have a chance to witness a Model 520 Peterbilt running on a battery-electric drive system.

PACCAR axles for vocational Peterbilts

Peterbilt vocational trucks can now be spec'd with the new PACCAR 20,000- and 22,000-pound wide track steer axles designed for applications such as refuse, construction and heavy-haul.

Peterbilt Model 520 configurations

Peterbilt has unveiled three new cab configurations for its Model 520. It now comes in left-hand, right-hand, and right-hand stand-up drive as well as the existing dual-seated drive.

Mack Over-the-Air programming

Mack is bringing its Over the Air (OTA) programming to refuse vehicles including the 2018 Granite, TerraPro and LR models with Mack 2017 GHG engines. With that, owners can update software without pulling into a service bay, setting parameters like road speed limits from afar.

Mack LR now in a 4×2

Mack's LR low-entry refuse cabover is now offered in a 4x2 configuration, building on the maneuverability available in the model's traditional 6x4.

Federal Signal acquiring TBEI

OAK BROOKS, IL - Federal Signal Corporation is acquiring Truck Bodies and Equipment International (TBEI) - a maker of dump truck bodies and trailers -- for US $270 million. TBEI runs five manufacturing facilities through the U.S., and in the year ending March 31 it generated US $206 million in revenue. The purchase price represents 7.2 times TBEI's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization for the same year. The deal strengthens Federal Signal's position as a specialty vehicle manufacturer in maintenance and infrastructure markets, according to an announcement about the deal. It adds to the company's existing expertise in chassis-based vehicles.

IN PRINT — 3 Rust-Fighting Tips

Corrosion can seem almost impossible to eliminate without first spending your -company into insolvency. There are, however, ways to mitigate the effects of corrosion -- or in some cases forestall its onset until you have disposed of the asset. The solution starts with the equipment spec', but most of the effort will go into maintenance.

AT-ATs recalled for faulty powertrains

OTTAWA, ON - Even Transport Canada recognizes the power of the Force.

Fight the Good Fight: It turns out you can fight city hall, and should

If the signs are any indication, municipalities would rather find a way to live without trucks. No parking. No idling. No Jake brakes. No trucks on this street or that. It's like we're living in the midst of a song by the Five Man Electrical Band. Remember the lyrics? "Do this. Don't do that. Can't you read the sign?"

Second ContiLifeCycle plant opens in Western Canada

LANGLEY, BC - DVC Enterprises of Vancouver has opened Western Canada's second ContiLifeCycle commercial tire retreading plant.

Three fleets hit with California emissions fines

LOS ANGELES, CA - CR England, Knight Transportation and Werner Enterprises will pay the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) a combined US $201,000 in penalties for failing to install Diesel Particulate Filters or verifying that their trucks complied with California rules.

Retreaders see threat in Chinese-made tires

FALLS CHURCH, VA - A U.S. International Trade Commission decision not to enact tariffs on Chinese truck and bus tires is threatening jobs in the U.S. retreading industry, the Tire Retread and Repair Information Bureau says.

Electronic IRP from EROAD

EROAD has unveiled its new Electronic IRP to simplify the recordkeeping and application process for the International Registration Plan (IRP).

Association releases “DCP in a box”

TORONTO, ON -- The Ontario Trucking Association has released its Essential Driving Skills: Tractor-Trailer Driver curriculum for fleets that want to upgrade their Driver Certification Program (DCP) ahead of the province's Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) regime that takes effect July 1.