Class 8 Sales Jump 43% in December to Cap Strong 2017
U.S. Class 8 retail sales in December cleared 22,000 for the highest volume since mid-2015, WardsAuto.com reported, as analysts forecast higher volumes for the year ahead.
DTNA Appoints David Carson President of Western Star
Daimler Trucks North America announced David Carson, currently president of Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp., has been appointed president of Western Star Trucks and chief diversity officer of DTNA.
December 5, 2017Daimler Takes Steps to Separate Car, Truck Units
Daimler AG announced it is taking steps to separate its Daimler Trucks & Bus and Mercedes-Benz Cars & Vans divisions into two legally independent and more entrepreneurial entities still under the “roof and the lead” of Daimler.
DTNA Already Working on Phase 2 GHG Compliance
ATLANTA — Presentations by Daimler Trucks North America looked to the future, including the notion of CascadiaE, an all-electric Class 8 the parent company of Freightliner Trucks might one day produce.
Cummins Reclaims Top Spot in North American Engine Installations
Cummins Inc., the last independent engine maker, reclaims first place in North American engine sales during the first half of 2017.
Production of New Freightliner Cascadia Ramps Up
Freightliner Trucks has ramped up production of its updated Cascadia model and has begun to roll out additional variations and options for the truck.
Daimler Paves Way to Potential Spinoffs With Separation Plan
Daimler AG, battered by allegations it colluded with other German carmakers for decades, is studying a legal separation of its businesses, including cars, trucks, vans and financial services, in a move that could pave the way for future spinoffs
DTNA Adding Two Distribution Centers
Daimler Trucks North America is adding two new parts distribution centers as it continues to invest in its supply chain network to serve customers more effectively.
June 22, 2017