NEW OPTIONS FOR T800 WIDE HOOD

Kenworth adds an extended daycab and an AeroCab sleeper to its wide-hood T800 model

Kenworth, Volvo top J.D. Power survey; But overall satisfaction down

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- J.D. Power and Associates' 2005 Heavy-Duty Truck Customer Satisfaction Study says Kenworth ranks highest in customer satisfaction for over-the-road, pickup and delivery, as well as for dealer service, while Volvo improves to rank highest for the vocational segment.

MACK OFFERS STABILITY PROTECTION

Mack highway models are now available with Bendix ABS-6 Advanced including the ESP vehicle stability system.

Three new PacLease facilities open in SW Ontario

BELLEVUE, Wash. -- PACCAR Leasing has added three new full-service Peterbilt of Ontario Group, Leasing Division locations in Ayr, Woodstock, and Hagersville, Ontario.

Powertrains will need modification: Analysts

Manufacturers of class 6-8 truck powertrain systems are expected to focus increasingly on redesigning their products to help truck owners meet EPA regulations.

Pete opens new Ontario dealer and PacLease facility

HAMILTON, Ont. -- Premier Peterbilt Inc. has announce the opening of its newest store, Premier Peterbilt Hamilton, slated for opening in December 2005.

Hino likely to build truck plant in Ontario: Report

TORONTO -- Toyota Motor Corp. is planning to open a Hino Motors medium-duty truck assembly plant in Ontario next year, according to a report in the Journal of Commerce.

Holland taps former Volvo Trucks Canada chief to head up sales & service

HOLLAND, Mich. -- Holland USA, Inc., a subsidiary of The Holland Group, Inc. (Holland), has announced that Michael O'Connell has assumed the position of vice president of sales & service and is now responsible for the leadership of all Holland sales, customer service and order activities.

BRING THE HEAT: WINTER CHECKS

Winter's here, sad to say. Don't forget to check your heating system.

OBJECT-FX RELEASES MONITORING SOLUTION

FleetFX is a software solution for visually monitoring transportation operations.

RIGMASTER IMPROVES APU FOR 2006

RigMaster Power's auxiliary power unit has been upgraded for 2006.

New ’07 engines could cost up to $10,000 more: International T&E

WARRENVILLE, Ill -- Stricter 2007 diesel emissions standards could add $5,000 to $6,000 to the price of a new medium-duty engine and $7,000 to $10,000 to a big bore Class 8 engine.

Western Star launches used truck warranty program

REDFORD, Mich. --- Western Star Trucks has introduced its new Five-Points Used Truck Limited Warranty program.

Ontario introduces vicarious liability controls for rental, leased vehicle owners

TORONTO -- The Alexandria, Va.-based Truck Renting Leasing Association is applauding a move by the Ontario government to cap vicarious liability for owners of rented or leased vehicles.

ANTI-CORROSION PRODUCTS

Phillips Industries has compiled a new Sta-Dry Anti-Corrosive Products spec guide covering gladhands, quick-connect plugs, and others.