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Fontaine Specialized Upgrades Magnitude EQ Spreaders →

Fontaine Specialized, a recognized technology leader and innovator in the lowbed trailer industry, has unveiled enhancements across its complete line of hydraulic equalizing spreaders for Magnitude Series lowbeds. The redesigned models now feature improved geometry, enabling them to effortlessly raise the rear axles off the ground for more convenient maneuvering while boasting up to 25,000 lbs. capacity per axle, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

Thunder Creek Equipment Names Brandon Varness as New Territory Sales Manager of Upper Midwest →

Thunder Creek Equipment has named Brandon Varness the new territory sales manager of the upper Midwest, serving Thunder Creek dealers and customers in Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and eastern Montana. Varness will focus on providing fueling and daily fluids solutions for businesses ranging from earthmoving and agriculture to fuel and oil delivery services. Thunder Creek manufactures and sells a full range of mobile fueling and service solutions. Click for more...

Volvo Trucks Expands Certified EV Dealer Network into Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina →

Volvo Trucks North America announced that Vanguard Truck Centers has completed its Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer program at five locations — Phoenix, Ariz; Atlanta, Ga. (Forest Park); Charlotte, N.C.; and Austin and Houston, Texas — to provide comprehensive sales and service support for customers' electromobility journeys. With the addition of Vanguard's five locations, Volvo Trucks has now expanded its Certified EV Dealer network into three additional states — Arizona, Georgia and North Carolina — bringing its total to 50 certified dealership locations in 24 U.S. Click for more...

PTR Celebrates Fort Worth Facility With Two-Day Event →

Premier Truck Rental (PTR) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its new facility in Fort Worth. The grand opening ceremony was a two-day event that took place on Nov. 8-9 that featured local Fort Worth officials, facility tours, a vendor expo with equipment demos and an invite-only concert. With a focus on customer appreciation and "Uniting the Forts," this event provided a platform for national commercial construction and utility organizations to connect and learn more about PTR's custom fleet rental offerings. Click for more...

Werner Enterprises Drivers Haul Capitol Christmas Tree in Kenworth T680 Signature Edition →

For Werner Enterprises professional drivers Tim Dean and Jesus Davila, the opportunity to transport this year's U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree from the Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia to the nation's capital in Washington, D.C., lived up to the hype, and then some. "It was an absolute privilege to be one of the drivers for this year's tour and travel throughout West Virginia to share the holiday spirit," said Dean. Click for more...

Volvo FH Electric Wins 'Truck of the Year 2024' Award →

Volvo's heavy electric truck, the Volvo FH Electric, has been selected as International Truck of the Year 2024. In explaining its decision, the jury praised the electric truck's performance, seamless acceleration, quietness and vibration-free behavior. "With the introduction of the FH Electric, Volvo Trucks has delivered a state-of-the-art battery electric vehicle range, suitable for a wide array of transport operations. Click for more...

Stellar Promotes Chad Rea to Director of Sales Demountables →

Stellar Industries has announced the promotion of Chad Rea to director of sales demountables, which include hooklifts and container carriers. In his new position, Rea will play a pivotal role in leading the hooklift and container carrier sales team, overseeing its function and providing strategic direction to drive continued success. Rea, who previously served as Stellar's regional sales manager of the Midwest and Great Lakes regions, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to his new position. Click for more...

VIDEO: 'Kenworth 100 Stories' Video Series Celebrates Close of Historic Centennial Celebration, Sets Stage for Next 100 Years →

In continuation of Kenworth's year-long celebration of its 100th anniversary, the company launched the "Kenworth 100 Stories" video series to commemorate its legacy throughout its first 100 years. The 100 Stories series is a collection of stories and milestones, as told by customers, partners and employees, that reflect the talents, passion, history and unique brand elements that make Kenworth "The World's Best." New stories will be added to the video library through January 2024, and featured on Kenworth social media and the Kenworth YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/KenworthTruckCo) as the centennial celebration winds down and the company embarks on its next 100 years. Click for more...

Tracey Road Equipment Solidifies Purchase Agreement to Buy Mohawk Valley Freightliner →

Tracey Road Equipment has entered into a purchase agreement to buy Mohawk Valley Freightliner in Yorkville, N.Y. This represents a significant addition to Tracey Road's Freightliner territory in the central New York region. Tracey Road will now have continuous territory from western New York, stretching all the way to the eastern border of the state, including the southern tier up to the northern border. Click for more...

Amur Offers New Lease-to-Own Financing Program for Qualified SmithCo Side Dump Customers →

SmithCo Mfg. Inc. , an industry leader in side dump trailer design and manufacturing, has arranged for Amur Equipment Finance to provide a custom Lease-to-Own (LTO) financing program for qualified SmithCo side dump trailer customers. Amur's commercial vehicle LTO option offers no money down with competitive monthly payments and a defined buyout at the end of a 12-month lease. At that time, the customer can choose from one of three options: purchase the trailer, finance the trailer for 72 months or return the trailer to the SmithCo dealer. Click for more...

Simple Changes Can Lead to Diesel Fuel Saving Solutions →

Contractors know diesel fuel costs can kill the bottom line. Fleet operational budgets take a hit when business owners are hit with changes in supply and demand, seasonal fuel usage, transportation costs and unexpected operational costs. Simple changes in vehicle maintenance, safe driving practices and fuel fraud prevention can save significant amounts on your fleet fueling costs. "In 2022, the cost of operating a commercial vehicle surpassed $2 per mile for the first time," said Hemant Banavar, head of financial products of Motive. Click for more...

Kenworth T680 Signature Edition Returns to Chillicothe Plant With U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree →

A Kenworth 100th Anniversary T680 Signature Edition, assembled by employees at Kenworth's manufacturing plant in Chillicothe, Ohio, recently returned to the plant with special cargo — the 2023 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree. The T680 Signature Edition, operated by Werner Enterprises drivers Tim Dean and Jesus Davila, stopped at the Kenworth Chillicothe plant for a private event on Nov. 8 so Kenworth employees could see "The People's Tree" before it completes its journey to Washington, D.C. Click for more...

Forward With Kriete Rolls On →

Wisconsin-based commercial truck and equipment dealer Kriete Truck Centers rolled out a "trailer" for Season 2 of its social media video series, Forward With Kriete. Like Season 1, which debuted in June of this year, the four new episodes celebrate individual customers and the essential role trucking plays in society. "The response to Forward with Kriete, both from customers and the market in general, has been super positive," said John Walsh, Kriete executive vice president of marketing. Click for more...

Thunder Creek Equipment Names John Henrichs as Territory Sales Manager for South Texas, Southern Louisiana Markets →

Thunder Creek Equipment has named John Henrichs as the territory sales manager (TSM) of the south Texas and southern Louisiana markets. Henrichs will work to forge relationships with contractors, equipment dealers, fuel distribution businesses, disaster response agencies and other organizations that call the rapidly growing territory home. Thunder Creek manufactures and sells a full range of mobile fueling and service solutions. Click for more...

Volvo Trucks North America Honored for its Leadership Supporting Advancement of Women in Trucking Industry →

Volvo Trucks North America demonstrated its commitment to increasing gender diversity in the traditionally male-dominated commercial trucking industry with a significant sponsorship and presence at the 2023 Accelerate! Conference & Expo, hosted by the Women in Trucking Association, November 5-8, 2023, in Dallas, Texas. During the conference, female representatives from Volvo Trucks accepted prestigious awards for 2023 Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation and 2023 Top Women to Watch in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women in Trucking Association (WIT). Click for more...

Kenworth Makes New Advanced Driver Assistance System Features Available for Kenworth T680 →

Kenworth recently announced the latest iteration of its Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) is now available for Kenworth T680s. The enhancements are part of the Bendix Fusion system and feature Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Stop and Auto Go. When a commercial truck follows a lead vehicle in cruise control, this enhancement enables the system to apply braking to maintain a safe following distance and will bring the truck to a complete stop, if necessary, and will hold the truck in place. Click for more...

Stellar TMAX 1-11 Aluminum Mechanic Truck With 8630 Hydraulic Service Crane →

The Stellar TMAX 1-11 aluminum mechanic truck combines extensive crane compatibility, customizable features and unparalleled quality. This vehicle has been engineered with precision, utilizing cutting-edge materials to create a powerhouse that outperforms its counterparts. With its unmatched design and incredible capabilities, the TMAX 1-11 sets new standards in the world of mechanic service trucks, the manufacturer said. Click for more...

Hart Fueling Service Adds Thunder Creek Fuel, Service Trailers, Trucks to Expansive Fueling Solutions Portfolio →

Hart Fueling Service has added Thunder Creek Equipment's lineup of fuel and service trucks and trailers to its expansive fuel equipment sales lineup. The Pennsylvania-based supplier of fueling solutions for businesses nationwide will now rent, sell and support the full lineup of Thunder Creek fuel and service solutions, including the Multi-Tank Trailer (MTT) that revolutionized bulk diesel delivery for the construction industry, and the Multi-Tank Upfit (MTU) — a truck chassis-mounted evolution of the same design. Click for more...

Premier Truck Rental to Host Grand Opening of Its New Fort Worth Facility →

Premier Truck Rental (PTR), a leading company in the equipment rental industry, is hosting the grand opening celebration of its new Fort Worth facility. This event, scheduled for Nov. 9 at PTR Fort Worth, will be an all-day event that will give local officials, industry leaders, vendor partners and team members a chance to network. The grand opening celebration is pivotal for Premier Truck Rental, showcasing its presence in the custom equipment rental space. Click for more...

Hope Floats With Kostreba's Winning Bid for 2023 Trailer for a Cause →

Felling Trailers Inc. conducted its 11th annual online auction of an FT-3 drop deck utility trailer to benefit a non-profit organization: Pockets of Hope. A winning bid of $5,505.00 won the auction that ended at noon on Sept. 15th. The bid winner was Joe Kostreba of Sauk Centre, Minn. Kostreba, a local contractor, has participated in previous Trailer for a Cause auctions and was the bid winner in the 2021 Trailer for a Cause auction that benefitted the Minnesota Fire Fighters Foundation (MNFFF). Click for more...

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