Truck and Trailer Equipment Articles

Stellar Introduces New Telescopic Hooklift →

Stellar, an employee-owned and operated manufacturer of mechanic trucks and cranes, tire service trucks, hooklifts, roll-off cable hoists, trailers, and service truck and van accessories, announced the next evolution of telescopic hooklifts with the NXT Series. This strong, but lightweight unit is capable of loading, unloading and dumping various truck bodies, according to the manufacturer. The NXT18 is the first telescopic hooklift in the new NXT Series and features a Z channel base design and a universal body latching system. Click for more...

Navistar Standardizes Factory-Installed Telematic Devices on All Class 6-8 Vehicles →

Navistar solidifies its commitment to a connected and data-driven future with the standardization of a factory-installed telematics device on all new builds of the complete Class 6-8 International Truck and IC Bus vehicle product portfolios, including electric models. This allows all stakeholders access to actionable vehicle data, enhanced capabilities with industry partners and further improved integration for upfitting capabilities with truck equipment manufacturers (TEMs). Click for more...

Tina Albright to Serve as 58th NTEA Board Chair →

During Work Truck Week 2022, Tina Albright, vice president of HR and safety at Truck Bodies & Equipment International Inc. — TBEI (Lake Crystal, Minn.), a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation (Oak Brook, Ill.), was installed as 58th board chair of NTEA – The Association for the Work Truck Industry. She accepted the position from immediate past board chair Jon Sievert, vice president — business development, of Douglas Dynamics (Milwaukee, Wis.). Click for more...

Ford Pro Adds Charging Hardware to One-Stop-Shop for Commercial EV Customers →

From Construction Equipment Guide... Ford Pro is aiming to create a smooth transition for commercial customers into an electric future by providing a one-stop shop for fleet operations and investing in key areas of the business. The latest is the launch of six new home and depot chargers to its end-to-end portfolio of charging solutions. In a market crowded with fragmented and consumer-grade products, customers are demanding complete solutions designed to meet the needs of commercial fleet operations. Click for more...

Volvo Trucks Introduces Route Planning, Connected Technology Tools →

Volvo Trucks North America is introducing two new innovative technology tools to support customers in successfully deploying Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 models into their fleet operations. The new route planning and connected technology tools are designed to help customers maximize performance capabilities and benefits of the zero-tailpipe emission Volvo VNR Electric model. The announcement was made at ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council's (TMC) 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition, in Orlando, Fla. Click for more...

IDOT Offers New Route Guidance App →

A new route guidance app for routine oversize and overweight permits is now available. The app features audible turn-by-turn technology, which will enable truck drivers to hear directions while keeping their attention on the road. "Illinois is the country's freight hub, with the safe and efficient movement of goods critical to our economy and the nation's supply chain," said Illinois Department of Transportation Secretary Omer Osman. Click for more...

Kenworth of Pennsylvania – Muncy Expands, Relocates to Larger Facility →

Kenworth of Pennsylvania – Muncy has relocated to a larger parts and service dealership to accommodate the growing needs of local truck fleets, owner operators and truck operators traveling through the area. The 24,600 sq. ft. facility is nearly four times the size of its previous Muncy location. Kenworth of Pennsylvania – Muncy is situated on a 9-acre lot and features 15 service bays and a 6,000 sq. Click for more...

Kenworth Introduces PACCAR TX-18, TX-18 Pro Automated Transmissions →

Kenworth introduced the PACCAR TX-18 and PACCAR TX-18 Pro automated transmissions for Class 8 heavy on-highway and select off-highway vocational applications. Both 18-speed transmissions build upon the efficiency of the PACCAR TX-12, which was designed to be the most efficient on-highway automated transmission. The PACCAR TX-18 offers additional capability for heavy on-highway use for applications, such as heavy haul transport. Click for more...

SmithCo Hires David Jacobs as New Director of Manufacturing →

SmithCo Side Dump Trailers hired David Jacobs as the company's director of manufacturing. Jacobs will oversee daily production of SmithCo's side dump trailers, as well as develop plans to bring the company's performance and capacityto even higher levels. Innovation, understanding and problem-solving are at the center of Jacobs' approach. Jacobs brings decades of experience in manufacturing to SmithCo. Click for more...

NTEA Releases 2022 Fleet Purchasing Outlook →

NTEA – The Association for the Work Truck Industry published its 10th annual Fleet Purchasing Outlook to showcase vehicle acquisition trends for the work truck industry. The insights provided by fleet professionals give the entire commercial vehicle community perspective on anticipated purchasing intent and areas of greatest interest to fleet managers. "Responses to the 2022 survey indicate fleet purchasing activity will focus more on replacement than expansion," said Steve Carey, NTEA president and CEO. Click for more...

Trail King Promotes Ty Hanten to VP of Sales, Marketing →

Trail King Industries Inc. announced the promotion of Ty Hanten to VP of sales and marketing. As VP of sales and marketing, Hanten will lead development of strategic sales plans based on company goals to promote sales growth and client satisfaction for the organization. Specific responsibilities include business and market development and strategic direction for promotion and advertising. He also will oversee the district sales managers, team development/hiring and revenue growth. Click for more...

SmithCo's Mining Side Dump With Hydraulic Suspension →

SmithCo Side Dump Trailers' mining side dump trailer with a fully dedicated hydraulic suspension system reduces issues for mines in cold climates and further enhances the advantages SmithCo side dump trailers offer to the mining industry. Compared to conventional haul units, SmithCo side dumps, which were engineered by Simard Suspensions, offer lower ton-mile costs, a smaller footprint, less fuel use and many other benefits, the company said. Click for more...

Telematics Tackles Details to Enhance Efficiency for Atlanta Asphalt Contractor →

They say that the devil is in the details. For a company that has been around since 1923 and employs more than 700 employees, E.R. Snell Contractor Inc. has a lot of details to deal with every day. The family-operated company based in Atlanta, Ga., performs a variety of transportation construction jobs from Augusta to Macon and northern Georgia including roadway work, structural bridge work and asphalt paving and sales. Click for more...

Fed Wants to Make Truck Driving More Attractive Career Field Choice →

Like construction, trucking suffers a workforce shortage. The American Trucking Association (ATA) says 80,000 more truck drivers are needed. As a means to deal with supply-chain issues, the Biden administration is prioritizing trucking as a career field through apprenticeships and other recruiting programs. More than one government program has been developed to draw more jobseekers to the trucking industry. Click for more...

Felling Trailers' 'Green' Air Bi-fold Ramp System →

Felling Trailers continues to go "green" with its air operated bi-fold ramps system. The air bi-fold ramps system, which first debuted at ConExpo-Con/AGG 2020, is part of Felling's controlled flow air ramp series, which the company launched more than a decade ago. The new air bi-fold system is a revolutionary system that is perfect for the paving and low clearance markets, according to the manufacturer. Click for more...

Work Truck 2022 Updates: 19 Ride, Drive Vehicles →

As Work Truck Week 2022 approaches, NTEA is amping up news around electrification and advanced technologies at the event — announcing 19 vehicles available in Ride & Drive, adding a Green Truck Summit session on electric vehicle upfitting, and sharing that General Motors and Chevrolet will showcase the first-ever 2024 Silverado EV all-electric pickup truck on the Work Truck Show exhibit floor. Click for more...

Curry Supply Company Completes Major Expansion, Relocation →

Curry Supply Company, a manufacturer of specialized commercial truck equipment, has announced relocation of its main manufacturing facility from its current location in Martinsburg, Pa., to Hollidaysburg, Pa. The company's relocation to the DeGol Industrial Center at 1477 DeGol Industrial Drive, Hollidaysburg, PA, 16648, was completed in January 2022. Additionally, several Curry Supply administrative personnel from departments such as sales, marketing, finance, information technology and human resources will relocate to a new corporate office facility located in nearby Altoona, Pa. Click for more...

Trail King VP of Sales & Marketing, Rick Farris, Set to Retire →

Trail King Industries Inc. announced that Rick Farris, VP of sales and marketing, plans to retire by the end of May 2022, starting a leadership transition process over the next few months. Farris has been a part of the heavy equipment and transport industry for almost 37 years. He joined the Trail King team in the traffic department in 1985, and after some time as a shipping manager, he moved to sales, quickly finding his niche in building and maintaining relationships. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Releases Design Updates to Signature Air Tilt Product Line →

The Felling Trailers' Air Tilt model has undergone design modifications to increase operator ease of use and safety. One of the more notable updates was the fixed approach ramp, which was extended in length from 14 to 22 in. "The new design offers a shallower approach angle to improve loading of compact construction equipment such as skid steers and mini excavators. Equipment designs are ever-changing, so it only makes sense to make modifications to keep in step," said Nathan Uphus, Felling's sales manager. Click for more...

Stellar Welcomes Tommy Rorex, Chad Rea to Sales Team →

Stellar, an employee-owned and operated manufacturer of work trucks, related accessories and trailers, welcomed two new employees to its sales team: Thomas "Tommy" Rorex as the new regional sales manager of the south central region and Chad Rea as the new regional sales manager of the midwest and Great Lakes region. Both Rorex and Rea's primary responsibilities are further enhancing a distributors network in their regions, providing support to current distributors and continuous promotion of the Stellar brand within the industry. Click for more...

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