#MATS: Mack leans on further powertrain integration to squeeze more fuel savings

LOUISVILLE, KY – Arguing that integration is critical to optimizing fuel economy, Mack Trucks is elevating its focus on providing an integrated powertrain package.

#MATS: Mack takes integrated approach with new uptime protection plan

LOUISVILLE, KY – Mack is bringing integration to the aftermarket through its new Pedigree Uptime Protection service and support package dealing with service, parts purchasing and asset protection.

#MATS: Bridgestone’s new tire solution claims huge savings in total tire wear costs

LOUISVILLE, KY. -- Bridgestone Commercial Solutions has introduced a total tire solution it claims can save up to 5% on fuel costs and shave up to 29% in total tire wear costs.

#MATS Hankook to supply OE tires for pair of Freightliner models

BRAMPTON, Ont. -- Hankook Tire has been selected as the new original equipment tire manufacturer for the Freightliner Cascadia and Coronado model trucks by parent company Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA). The announcement was made at the...

#MATS: New Detroit transmission completes Detroit integrated powertrain

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Citing the need to have powertrain components optimized to work together, Daimler Trucks North America has now added a transmission to its Detroit lineup, completing Detroit's powertrain offerings.The 12-speed, direct- or...

COMPETITION WATCH: Trimac nets contract to haul NGLs for Provident Energy

CALGARY, Alta. -- Trimac Transportation has entered into a new contract to haul a “significant” new volume of NGLs (Natural Gas Liquids) on behalf of Provident Energy in northeastern B.C., the company announced.

#MATS: Daimler dealers establish new certification standard

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Daimler Trucks North America (DNTA) today announced a new Elite Support dealer service network, which the company says provides quality assurance, quick diagnostics, fast turnaround times and consistent communication.

Trucking For Wishes aiming to hit $250,000 mark with Facebook challenge

LONDON, Ont. -- The Trucking For Wishes charity is working to reach the quarter-million dollar mark for monies raised for Make-A-Wish Canada through a Facebook challenge.

#MATS: Wabco factory pumps out two millionth air compressor

LOUISVILLE, Ky. -- Wabco’s joint-venture factory in Charleston, S.C. has recently produced its two-millionth high performance air compressor.

CargoNet survey finds increase in cargo theft reporting in US

JERSEY CITY, N.J. -- CargoNet has released key findings of a detailed survey of cargo theft activity in the US in 2011. The report shows a rise in cargo theft reporting, which officials attribute to an improvement in collaboration and data...

Maxim weight-loss challenge tips scales with 30,000 lbs of food donations

WINNIPEG, Man. -- Maxim Truck and Trailer has donated enough money to buy 30,000 lbs of food to a Winnipeg area food bank after completing its inaugural weight-loss challenge: the Maxim 500 Pound Challenge. The company presented the cheque to...

N.A. spot market freight surges 24% in February, declines year-over-year

PORTLAND, Ore. -- TransCore’s DAT North American Freight index was up 24% in February compared to January, but declined 5.2% compared to February 2011 when the spot market recorded unseasonably strong freight volumes. In seven...

Yokohama launches new online tire pressure calculator

FULLERTON, Calif. -- Yokohama Tire Corporation has launched a new online tire pressure calculator to help fleet owners manage the costs of tires through proper tire maintenance. The Yokohama Inflation Pressure Calculator recommends...

ACT holds prediction for strong Class 8 demand in 2012, despite February drop-off

COLUMBUS, Ind. -- Commercial vehicle net orders fell modestly in February, but the results did not change ACT Research’s expectation for “a very strong year” of Class 8 demand, according to the group. The updated status of the...

CTHRC secures funding to develop occupational standards for non-driving trucking industry jobs

OTTAWA, Ont. -- The Canadian Trucking Human Resources Council (CTHRC) announced it has received funding for a new project that will define skills needed for non-driving occupations in the trucking industry.