KRTS, CarriersEdge developing new online training program

CALEDONIA, Ont. -- Kim Richardson Transportation Specialists (KRTS) and CarriersEdge have teamed up to develop a new online training program for entry-level drivers and carriers.

Bendix updates white paper on new stopping distance requirements

ELYRIA, Ohio -- Bendix has updated a white paper that examines the impact new stopping distance regulations have had on the trucking industry and the aftermarket.

Cummins produces 1.5 millionth engine at Jamestown, N.Y. plant

JAMESTOWN, N.Y. -- Cummins has hit a significant milestone, having produced 1.5 million engines at its Jamestown engine plant.

PIT study validates fuel savings from 6×2 tractors

MONTREAL, Que. -- Performance Innovation Transport (PIT) has wrapped up testing on 6x2 tractors, which shows fuel savings of 2.6-3.5% compare to 6x4 configurations.

News First Midweek – 2013-08-15

East Manufacturing introduces all-aluminum flatbed trailer

RANDOLPH, Ohio –East Manufacturing has introduced a new all-aluminum flatbed trailer with narrow-neck design. East has combined its new flatbed trailer with Sliding Systems, Inc. (SSI) all-aluminum Curtainside unit, resulting in one of...

More than just remanufacturing happening at Detroit Reman’s Hibbing operations

HIBBING, Minn. -- The small northeastern Minnesota town of Hibbing has produced some notable stars, including rocker Bob Dylan and the MLB home run king of the pre-steroid era, Roger Maris. It’s also home to Greyhound Bus Lines.

The Lockwood Report – 2013-08-14

Cummins’ Lucas Redpath passes away

 MISSISSAUGA, Ont -- Lucas Redpath, sales manager, military and automotive, for the past two years with Cummins Eastern Canada, has passed away suddenly.

Meritor now standard axle supplier for Capacity Trucks

TROY, Mich. Meritor has been named standard axle supplier for Capacity Trucks’ specialty and industrial truck fleets.

Goodyear brings Total Package Solution to Great American Trucking Show

AKRON, Ohio– Fleets and owner-operators will get a first-hand look at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company’s Total Package Solution of products, services, and profitability tools at this month’s Great American Trucking Show...

Trailer Wizards names new Quebec region manager

MONTREAL, Que. -- Trailer Wizards has named Nadio Zacchigna fleet and operations manager for the company's Quebec region.

Cat now offering SAF-Holland fifth wheels

MUSKEGON, Mich. -- SAF-Holland has announced Caterpillar is now offering its fifth wheels as factory-installed options on its Class 8 trucks.

Navistar reaches ISX milestone; claims market share is improving

LISLE, Ill. -- Navistar announced today it has now received more than 10,000 orders for International trucks with the Cummins ISX15 engine with selective catalytic reduction (SCR).

News First – 2013-08-12