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2024 Diesel Connect Conference
Fullbay will hold its second-annual Diesel Connect Conference from May 6 – 8, 2024 at the Gila River Resorts & Casinos in Chandler, Arizona.

Hendrickson Acquires Brunner International
Hendrickson has acquired Brunner, a manufacturer of products for the Commercial Vehicle, Bus and Trailer Markets.

Milwaukee Introduces M12 Auto Technician Borescope
The Milwaukee M12 Auto Technician Borescope features a 4.3-inch display, replaceable camera cable, and 32GB SD card for sharing photos and videos.

Werner Named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families
Werner Enterprises announced its inclusion as one of Newsweek’s 2023 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families.

Reefer Tech Academy
Reefer Tech Academy from Amerit Fleet Solutions is a comprehensive curriculum developed to train the next generation of skilled technicians.

ASE Education Foundation Updates Accreditation Standards
The ASE Education Foundation has revised its accreditation standards for truck and collision repair training programs.

Thank a Technician – 2023 Technician Appreciation Week
The 2023 National Technician Appreciation Week begins today! Take time to thank a Technician for their hard work and commitment to the trucking industry.

Wabash Secures Laminated Wood Trailer Flooring Supply
Wabash announces a multi-year agreement with Rockland Flooring for laminated wood flooring for dry van trailers.

U.S. General Series 3 Storage Line Expands
Harbor Freight Tools is adding a 56″ Roll Cab, 56″ Top Chest, and 56″ Work Center Hutch to its U.S. GENERAL Series 3 modular storage line.

TIA Commercial Tire Service Instructor Training
The Tire Industry Association (TIA) will host a 400-Level Certified Commercial Tire Service (CTS) Instructor training class in Louisville, KY.

Utility & Cargobull North America Transport Refrigeration Units
Utility Trailer and Cargobull North America have unveiled new, state-of-the-art transport refrigeration units (TRUs).

Rob Phillips Receives 2023 Innovator of the Year Award
Rob Phillips, CEO & President of Phillips Industries and CEO & Founder of Phillips Connect has received the 2023 OCBJ Innovator of the Year Award.