Optimizing Fuel Economy Through Driver Behavior

Learn how simple adjustments in driving habits—like reducing idling, managing RPMs, and controlling speed—can boost fuel economy and reduce emissions. These small changes not only save fuel but also support a more sustainable operation.

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Worries for Class 8 truck makers

Class 8 orders were weak in March and could stay that way, as the potential elimination of EPA27 emissions regs could also sink any hopes of a pre-buy. Spot…

SAF-Holland buys Gunite slack adjuster brand

SAF-Holland has purchased the Gunite slack adjuster brand from Accuride Corp. The company says acquiring Gunite allows it to expand its brake product portfolio. (Photo: Gunite) “We are thrilled…

Look at downtime, breakdowns, inventory turnover for maintenance benchmarking

Downtime, parts availability, and technician turnover continue to challenge fleet maintenance programs, but carriers are turning to benchmarking, training, and better communication to improve performance across operations. That was the…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Tariff impact on commercial vehicles, flatdeck rates remain strong

This week we received a report from S&P Global Mobility that examined the expected impact of tariffs on North American commercial vehicle demand. ACT Research reported freight volumes softened in…

Kenworth sends W900 out with special limited Legacy Edition

As Kenworth prepares to retire its iconic W900, it has announced it will produce 1,000 limited-edition W900 Legacy Edition trucks. “Our W900 Legacy Edition…

Safety, efficiency driving medium-duty truck demand

Customer demand and OEM innovation are driving new technology and sustainability in medium-duty trucking. Safety and connectivity attract customers toward products to navigate the future, OEM representatives told TruckNews.com during…

Spectra Premium secures SS&M representation for aftermarket products

Spectra Premium has inked a partnership with sales agency Specialty Sales & Marketing (SS&M) to enhance its customer support across Canada. SS&M brings a team of more than 25 professionals…

Peel Police bust re-VINning operation

Peel Regional Police have busted a re-VINning scheme involving tractors and trailers, some of them stolen. The Insurance Bureau of Canada defines re-VINning as: “the process whereby criminals illegally and…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Weighing tariff impact on trailer demand

Trailer orders dove in February, but the real question is: What will tariffs mean to trailer builders and customers? And will a potential rollback of looming emissions requirements for Class…

PacLease puts first X15N engines into lease fleet

PacLease has delivered its first trucks powered by the Cummins X15N natural gas engine. The trucks were delivered to waste hauling company Bousum Trucking of Chambersburg, Penn. The trucks themselves…

Mack broadens offerings for MD Series

Mack Trucks has expanded its MD Series line with a new 23,000-lb. rear axle offering and a 325 hp engine rating. Mack says the move expands…

DB Schenker takes delivery of new VNLs with camera mirror systems

Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) has landed its first sizeable order for new VNLs with fully integrated camera monitoring systems. DB Schenker ordered 20 new VNLs…

Kenworth phasing out certain classic-styled models

Kenworth has announced it is phasing out some of its most rugged heavy-duty trucks, as it transitions its lineup to a wider cab platform. Customers wanting to order the W900,…

Doepker buys Peerless and Scona brands from Manac

Saskatchewan-based trailer manufacturer Doepker Group of Companies has acquired the Peerless and Scona brands from Manac. The acquisitions expand Doepker’s presence in the oil and gas, mining, forestry, logging and…