ACT Research predicts ‘year of transition’ as trailer orders fall in March
ACT says while softer order activity still meets expectations, net orders remain challenged by weak profitability for for-hire truckers.
Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 completes winter trials
Tested in the cold of Finland, and the heat of Spain, Mercedes-Benz says the BEV eActros 600 is slated to launch at the end of the year.
Inside the most secret building at Volvo Trucks
What’s no secret is the importance of trucking safety, and Volvo’s goal to reduce accidents across the globe.
PrePass comes to four new states, adds 116 sites
With this expansion, the PrePass Safety Alliance says fleets with the PrePass app now have 20 percent more bypass sites nationwide.
XL Specialized Trailers launches Knight MFG trailer
The Knight, a 48-ft.-long detachable gooseneck lowboy with an overall capacity of 80,000 lbs., is now available form XL dealers.
How fleet management tools can help increase fuel efficiency
From fleet cards to EVs and data, all work together to help save on costs.
Orders open for new Volvo VNL
Production will start later this summer, and Volvo expects customer deliveries to begin later this year.
Trade Show Talk: Trends kicking off 2024
Alternative fuels, connectivity, efficiency—there’s been plenty to report on from trucking trade shows, but which topics stuck out most?
Kenworth names 2024 Dealer, Parts Council members
Kenworth selected executives representing 480 dealerships for its Dealer Council, and named eight members for its Parts Council.
ACT Research data shows Class 8 order surge paused
At a seasonally adjusted 17,100 units, March marks the first month since May 2023 for seasonally adjusted activity below 20,000 units.
Volvo Group to build new heavy-duty truck manufacturing plant in Mexico
Volvo expects the plant to be operational in 2026.
J&R Schugel wraps Kenworth T680s to support driver causes
After a driver beat breast cancer, the company wrapped her truck in pink and white to support her goal of raising awareness.
