Heavy-Duty News by Trailer Technician
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and information that is relevant to the Semi-Trailer Industry. Sources include manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, and industry experts.
EnTrans Recognized by TTMA for Plant Safety
EnTrans has been awarded Plant Safety Awards by the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association (TTMA) for outstanding safety records.
SmithCo Hires New Director of Manufacturing
SmithCo Mfg., Inc., a leader in side dump trailer design and manufacturing, has named Scott Heemstra as the Director of Manufacturing.
Trailer Orders Decline in April
FTR reports U.S. trailer net orders sharply declined to just 10,669 units, down 50% month- over-month (m/m) and 23% year-over-year (y/y).
Trudell Trailer Sales is Now Midwest Great Dane
Trudell Trailer Sales, acquired by Cox Automotive in 2022, proudly announced its name change to Midwest Great Dane.
Register for 21st Annual FTR Transportation Conference
Freight Transportation Research (FTR) announce that Early Bird Registration for the 21st Annual Transportation Conference is now open to the public.
Ridge Corporation TRANSCORE All-Composite Trailer
Ridge Corporation made a bold impact at this year’s TMC Annual Meeting with the debut of its TRANSCORE 28-foot all-composite trailer.
VSE Corporation Completes Sale of Wheeler Fleet Solutions
VSE Corporation has completed the sale of its Fleet business segment, Wheeler Fleet Solutions, to One Equity Partners.
Wabash First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call
Wabash (NYSE: WNC) will webcast its quarterly earnings conference call to review and discuss its financial results for the first quarter 2025.
Wabash Case Damages Reduced
Wabash announced an update in its challenge to the verdict issued against the company in September by a St. Louis jury in Williams et al. v. Wabash.
SmithCo BRUTE CP30 Side Dump Trailer
SmithCo Mfg., Inc., a leader in side dump trailer design and manufacturing, has introduced The BRUTE CP30 side dump trailer.
Utility Announces Trailer Upgrades at TMC Annual Meeting
Utility announces their latest options for the 3000R Refrigerated Trailer featuring the Cargobull 655MT TRU and the 4000D-X Composite Dry Freight Van.
OTR Fleet Service Acquired by FleetPride
OTR Fleet Service, based in Houston with service centers in Dallas, Houston and San Antonio with more than 30 mobile units, has been acquired by FleetPride.