BFGoodrich launches SmartWay-verified drive tire

GREENVILLE, S.C. — BFGoodrich today announced the launch of its SmartWay-verified DR454 drive tire. The tire is aimed at the owner/operator and small- to mid-sized on-highway and super-regional fleet markets,…

Meritor’s DriveForce tour now underway

TROY, Mich. — Meritor’s DriveForce tour has hit the road and will visit truck dealerships throughout the country to educate customers on Meritor and Meritor Wabco products. The schedule is…

Trucking rates to increase 4-6% this year, FTR projects

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Shippers in the US are continuing to deal with extremely tight capacity, according to the latest FTR Shippers Conditions Index. The March reading was unchanged from February,…

Swift to test International ProStar with SmartAdvantage powertrain

LISLE, Ill. — Navistar has announced Swift Transportation will be piloting International ProStar tractors with the Eaton-Cummins SmartAdvantage powertrain. The trucks will be powered by the Cummins ISX15 engine, mated…

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Carrier Centers launches Fleet Assist to help control maintenance costs

WOODSTOCK, Ont. — Carrier Centers has announced a new Fleet Assist program, which it says will help fleets manage and reduce their maintenance costs. Fleet Assist maintains fleet maintenance schedules…

Stemco upgrades Aeris tire inflation system

LONGVIEW, Texas — Stemco Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) has upgraded its Aeris tire inflation systems to indicate which wheel-end is causing a loss of air. “There are a number…

Maxim hosting annual charity BBQ May 22

WINNIPEG, Man. — Maxim Truck & Trailer will be hosting its annual charity barbecue May 22 from 11 a.m. till 1:30 pm. at its Brookside Blvd. location in Winnipeg. The…

Meritor adds two new ratios for 14X tandem drive axle

TROY, Mich. — Meritor is offering two new ratios for its 14X rear-drive axle for improved fuel economy, the company announced. The company will offer the 14X tandem drive axles…

ATSSA/CFMS Seminar

One day seminar and trade show with indoor and outdoor booth still available. Setup Tues. June 17. Show Wed. June 18 8:30 to 5:30 dinner after. Volvo 25th Anniversary Fleet Maintenance Manager of the Year award presentation. Keynote speaker Rolf VanderZwaag. More details on our website.

ATSSA Golf Tournament 2014

Shotgun start 9:30. Sponsors available. Remember to register as delegates.

STOP THIEF: What you can do to ensure your fleet is not an easy target for cargo theft

Expert tips to protect your fleet against truck and trailer theft

AFTER THE WORST HAS HAPPENED: The actions taken when a theft is discovered can help aid ina successful cargo recovery

Steps you should be taking to increase the odds for a successful recovery once a load goes missing.

TMTV video on the road: Cascadia Super Slide at SuperRigs

RV company enters trucking market with sliding components

TMTV’s video on the road at Shell Rotella SuperRigs

Saskatchewan driver Rodger Nelson talks about entering the Shell Rotella SuperRigs competition for the first time with his blue, orange and chrome Peterbilt.