Truck Officials Wrestle With In-Cab Systems for Monitoring Sophisticated Diesel Engines
Engine manufacturers and trucking officials said they recognize the need for onboard diagnostic systems to monitor the performance of emission-treatment systems because diesel engines are growing in complexity.
January 4, 2007TransForce Completes Acqusition of Trucking Firm Westfreight
Canadian transportation firm TransForce Income Fund said Thursday it completed its acquisition of Westfreight Systems and Westfreight Holdings (U.S.A.). Terms were not disclosed.
January 4, 2007Goodyear to End Tire Production at Quebec Plant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. said Thursday it will end tire production at its facility in Valleyfield, Quebec, Canada, and convert the facility to a mixing plant.
January 4, 2007ABF Freight System Expands Services to Central, Southern States
Less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight System said late Tuesday it has expanded its regional transportation network to include central and southern states.
January 3, 2007Cummins Gains EPA Certification for ’07 Truck Engines
Diesel engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. said late Tuesday that the Environmental Protection Agency has certified the company’s medium- and heavy-duty truck engines for 2007.
January 2, 2007Technology Briefs — Dec. 27 - Jan. 2
Tech Firm Trimble to Buy AtRoad for $417 Mln. • Trailer Bridge Joins EPA SmartWay Program • CN Gets RFID-Based Chassis Tracking System
January 2, 2007Fullbay’s Guide To Technician Recruitment and Retention
Finding and keeping skilled techs is more challenging than ever before. But our new guide outlines the strategies that you can use to source, hire, and retain the best techs on the market. You'll learn about creating engaging job ads, building a talent network, improving shop culture with competitive compensation, and positioning your shop as a top choice for techs.
May 1, 2024The Pitfalls of Consumer-Grade Tablets for Trucking
This whitepaper examines the differences between consumer-grade tablets and built-for-trucking devices to assess the impact on operations, including: - How different devices fare in demanding weather conditions - Service disruptions and logistical issues with consumer-grade tablets - How managed solutions can reduce overall device costs
April 9, 2024The 2024 State of Heavy-Duty Repair
From capitalizing on the latest revenue trends to implementing strategic financial planning—this report serves as your roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities in 2024. Get access to insights, benchmarks, and best practices for heavy-duty repair.
March 11, 2024How To Start A Commercial Mobile Repair Shop
What if you could scale your shop's revenue through adding a mobile repair business? This ebook will tell you how and where to set up your mobile business, licensure required, common mistakes to avoid, and more!
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