Rob Phillips Named CEO of Phillips Industries
Phillips Industries announced that its Board of Directors has selected Rob Phillips to succeed Bob Phillips as chief executive officer (CEO).
HDA Truck Pride Names PennFleet Truck Service Expert of the Year
HDA Truck Pride has named PennFleet its 2019 Truck Service Expert of the Year. PennFleet is sponsored by Triple R Truck Parts.
US Trailer Orders Decline in March
According to ACT Research’s State of the Industry US Trailers Report, March US trailer orders were down month-over-month and 51% below the previous year.
Truck Load Data Added to COVID-19 Impact Heatmap
The FTR COVID-19 Impact Heatmap now reflects state level truck load data for four trucking equipment types, dry van, refrigerated, flatbed, and specialized.
Wabash National Liquidity Position & Cost Containment Measures
Wabash has issued an update on its liquidity position, cost containment measures and announced the date for its first quarter 2020 earnings conference call.
P.S.I. President & CEO Tim Musgrave Elected MEMA Chairman
Tim Musgrave, president and CEO of P.S.I., has been elected to a 2-year term as Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) chairman.
Bendix Remanufactured Components & Global Reman Day
Last year, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems produced 2.7 million remanufactured components, saving more than 6,900 tons of raw materials.
Globetech Manufacturing COVID-19 Update
Globetech Manufacturing, a manufacturer of products for trucks and trailers, has issued an update regarding COVID-19 and the company’s operating schedule.
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) Updates Sales Organization
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) has announced recent changes to its sales organization to support its current customer base and plans for growth.
Unique Truck Equipment Acquires Universal Step
Unique Truck Equipment of Grand Rapids Michigan has purchased the assets and intellectual property from Universal Step Inc.
Peterson Names Al Anderson VP of Sales & Marketing
Peterson Manufacturing is pleased to announce that Al Anderson has been named the company’s new Vice President of Sales & Marketing.
ACT Research: Evidence of COVID-19 Apparent in Preliminary March CV Order Intake Data
ACT Research: Evidence of COVID-19 Apparent in Preliminary March CV Order Intake Data COLUMBUS, IN., – (Trailer Technician) – Preliminary … Read more
FTR Reports North American Class 8 Orders for March Plummet
FTR Reports North American Class 8 Orders for March Plummet to 7,400 Units with Large Cancellations Bloomington, IN., – (Trailer … Read more
Polar Tank Trailer Regional Sales Manager Changes
Polar Tank Trailer, a producer of custom-built tank trailers, has announced changes to its Regional Sales team, specifically in the Northeast region.
Wabash National Update: COVID-19 & 2020 Outlook
As a result of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, Wabash National (NYSE:WNC) does not expect to meet its first quarter or full year 2020 estimates.
Truck-Lite to Supply LED Lighting & Harnesses to Star Leasing
Truck-Lite has entered an agreement with Star Leasing Company to supply LED lighting and harnessing products as standard equipment on new trailer builds.
Emergency Declaration for Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations
FMCSA’s expanded declaration provides for regulatory relief for commercial motor vehicle operations providing support to emergency relief efforts.
FMCSA Expanded Emergency Declaration
Motor carriers and drivers providing support of relief efforts related to COVID-19 outbreaks are granted emergency relief from parts of the FMCSR.
Trailer Orders Impacted by COVID-19 Virus
FTR reports that trailer orders for February felt the impact of the COVID-19 virus, sliding to the lowest monthly since the 2009 recession.
FMCSA Truck Safety Summit Cancelled
The upcoming FMCSA Truck Safety Summit has been cancelled due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns.
2020 Mid-America Trucking Show Cancelled Due to Coronavirus
The 2020 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) has been cancelled due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns. The heavy-duty trucking show will return in 2021.