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.
Brake Safety Week
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced Aug 21-27 as the dates for this year’s Brake Safety Week.
Electric Terminal Tractor Demand Fuels Kalmar Ottawa Plant Expansion
Kalmar is expanding its Ottawa plant to address the growing demand for electrically powered terminal tractors.
Diesel Equipment Company Joins VIPAR Heavy Duty Network
Diesel Equipment Company, headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina, is the newest stockholder to join the VIPAR Heavy Duty network.
Velociti & Phillips Connect Partnered with Justin Ashley Racing
Velociti announced its partnership with Phillips Connect and Justin Ashley Racing for the remainder of the 2022 NHRA Camping World drag racing series.
Haldex Supplying ModulT Disc Brakes to Schmitz Cargobull Trailers
Haldex signs a multi-year contract with leading trailer manufacturer for supply of air disc brakes Haldex has entered an agreement
Meritor Shareholders Approve Acquisition By Cummins
Meritor, Inc. announced that its shareholders have voted to approve the previously announced pending acquisition by Cummins Inc.
2022 Executive Leadership Summit
NTEA announces that the 2022 Executive Leadership Summit will take place in Baltimore, Maryland.
Bendix Ride-and-Drive Lincoln, Alabama
Bendix will hold a regional Ride-and-Drive technology demonstration in Lincoln, Alabama, as part of the 2022 season of its demo program.
Thompson Truck & Trailer Building New Dubuque Facility
The new Thompson Truck & Trailer facility in Dubuque will feature increased bay space for Technicians and additional space for inventory.
Wabash Parts Distribution Network
The Wabash Parts distribution network will expand Wabash’s parts distribution capabilities across all product lines, and provide immediate scale to grow.
Wabash National Corporation (NYSE:WNC) Quarterly Dividend
Wabash National Corporation (NYSE:WNC) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share of the company’s common stock.
Trailer Orders Fall in April
FTR reports trailer orders fell back substantially in April to 16,800 units. Trailer orders for the past twelve months have totaled 252,000 units.