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.
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
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.
Ridewell Suspensions Sponsors NTTC Advocacy Program
NTTC & RIDEWELL SUSPENSIONS ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE ADVOCACY SPONSORSHIP (Trailer Technician) – The National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) announced today that
Programming a Timken Electric Hub Odometer
A quick overview of the steps involved with programming the Timken Electric Hubodometer. Programming is accomplished using the magnetic programming tool.
CONEXPO-CON/AGG Taking Place Despite Coronavirus
Despite Coronavirus, an overwhelming majority of CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibitors have confirmed their participation in next week’s show.