Trailer Industry News

Penn Tool Co Announces Passing of Gene Elson

Penn Tool Co is saddened to announce that its President and Chief Executive Officer, Eugene (Gene) Elson, passed away on December 1, 2020.

Peterson, a manufacturer of vehicle safety lighting and wiring, names Jeff Geoffroy as Director of Marketing and Business Development.

The Tool Nut has kicked off their Black Friday Sale! This is a great time to pick up some tools for that special mechanic in your life.

Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week 21 (HDAW 21) conference will offer opportunities for distributors and suppliers to engage in virtual meetings.

A look at what has to be considered the ultimate tool for any trailer repair shop, the Rotating Trailer Positioner at ILoca Services.

According to ACT Research’s U.S. Trailers report, preliminary info for October indicates that US trailer orders are up 6% from September.

A portion of the proceeds from select limited-edition ‘green’ Phillips products will be donated towards helping veterans.

BrightOrder FleetSquared fleet maintenance management software is designed specifically for small repair shops and their technicians.

The upcoming TCA Annual Convention, Truckload 2021, is relocating to Las Vegas. The event will be held at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort.

Wabash National (NYSE:WNC), provider of solutions for the transportation, logistics and distribution industries, reports results for Q3 2020.

A sneak peek of the new CIE Pioneer Chassis line. The Pioneer will initially be produced in 40/45′ models, with other models coming soon.

ILoca Services, a full service semitrailer dealer, is the only trailer repair facility in the Midwest that has a rotating trailer positioner.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE:WNC) is recognizing top suppliers for exceptional performance over the past year.

Carrier Logistics announced an enhanced Dock Management Board that improves freight visibility, worker productivity, and loading accuracy.

The FTR Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) for August fell further into negative territory to a reading of -1.79.

According to the ACT Research US Trailer Report, September’s new trailer orders of 52k units were up 77% versus August.

Motor Wheel, a manufacturer of Brake Drums and Slack Adjusters, has updated their branding. Motor Wheel was recently acquired by Hendrickson.

Rolling Strong has developed a Virtual 5k Fun Run/Walk for the 2020 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition.

National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) and Heil Trailer recently announced the recipients of this year’s North American Safety Awards.

The ACT Research North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK has upgraded cycle forecasts across-the-board again in October.

Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week 202121 (HDAW 2021) conference organizers have announced the annual event will be held virtually due to COVID-19.