Government, Business

New Ambassador Bridge to Dedicate One Lane for Pre-Screened Trucks

The new span of the Ambassador Bridge, which the Detroit International Bridge Co. recently obtained a permit to build, will include a lane dedicated to pre-approved trucks moving across the border, according to Dan Stamper, president of the company.

September 6, 2017
Business

Mack Opens Customer Center After $3 Million Remodeling

Mack Trucks announced it has opened its remodeled Mack Customer Center in Allentown, Pa., after a $3 million renovation.

September 5, 2017
Business, Equipment

Prestolite Gains Three Standard Positions at DTNA Beginning in 2019

Aftermarket supplier Prestolite Electric’s IdlePro model alternator was selected by Daimler Trucks North America for standard position on new commercial vehicles set to launch in multiple markets between late 2019 and early 2020.

September 5, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment

Anderson-DuBose Supports Sustainability With Electric Yard Truck

Orange EV announced one of its all-electric Class 8 yard trucks is now operating at The Anderson-DuBose Co. to move trailers used in its McDonald’s distribution network.

September 5, 2017
Business, Technology

Hirschbach Motor Lines to Use Driver Match from Stay Metrics

After the recent launch of its Driver Match application, Stay Metrics has announced that Hirschbach Motor Lines will be using the technology to assign drivers to driver managers.

September 5, 2017
Government, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

HOS Rules Relaxed as FMCSA Calls State of Emergency for 26 States, District of Columbia

Driver hours-of-service rules are being relaxed in 26 states and the District of Columbia under a state of emergency announced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Aug. 31.

September 1, 2017
Government, Business

FHWA Gives $25 Million to Texas Relief

Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao announced Aug. 29 that the Federal Highway Administration will make $25 million in emergency relief funds available to Texas in order to repair some of the damage wrought by Hurricane Harvey.

August 29, 2017
Business, Safety

Stella Environmental Holdings Purchased by Hidden Harbor Capital Partners

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners has acquired Stella Environmental Holdings Inc., a company that hauls municipal solid waste to landfills and manages waste transfer stations.

August 28, 2017
Business, Equipment

Big Trailer Rentals Expands Into Southern California Market

Big Trailer Rentals is expanding its Colorado-based flatbed and heavy-specialized trailer rental business to Southern California.

August 28, 2017
Business, Technology

Wabco Agrees to Buy RH Sheppard Co. for Active Steering Capability

Wabco Holdings Inc. has agreed to acquire RH Sheppard Co. Inc., a supplier of vehicle steering capabilities, as the Brussels-based company expands its focus on self-driving commercial vehicles.

August 25, 2017