Hino Celebrates Grand Opening in West Virginia
Sep 29, 2008
WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va., Sept. 29 -- Hino Motors Manufacturing USA, Inc. (HMM), today celebrated the official Grand Opening of its commercial truck assembly facility in Williamstown. This facility is Hino's first wholly-owned truck assembly plant in the United States. Approximately 300 guests attended the event, which incl ... Continue reading
Research and Markets: Light Trucks in Eastern Europe Report Features the Leading Companies
Sep 29, 2008
DUBLIN, Ireland--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/919025/light_trucks_in_ea) has announced the addition of the "Light trucks in Eastern Europe" report to their offering. Light trucks in Eastern Europe industry profile is an essential resource for top-level data and analysis covering the ... Continue reading
Hybrid Vehicles And The Cost Of Going Green
Sep 29, 2008
GOLD RIVER, Calif.--Hybrid vehicles reduce America's dependence on foreign oil and minimize emissions from greenhouse gases. But it's still a question whether they save money in the long run. The answer: maybe. Some models achieving well over 40 miles per gallon cost thousands more than equivalent gas models, which get ... Continue reading
Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products Announces Partnership
Sep 29, 2008
CLEVELAND--Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products is pleased to announce a partnership with the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority, one of the oldest bus fleets in the nation. Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority is Ohioâs 4th largest public transit system with over 11 million passenger trips a year. ... Continue reading
Spartan Chassis Announces Multiple Orders for Mine-Protected Variant Vehicles
Sep 29, 2008
Now Supplying More Than 20 Threat-Specific Variants for U.S. and Allies CHARLOTTE, Mich., Sept. 29 -- Spartan Chassis, a unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. , said it has received multiple, small specialized orders for new MRAP variant products, an indication of the possibilities for the highly successful mine-resistant, ambu ... Continue reading
China's Dalian port sees sharp rise in auto imports, Jan-July
Sep 28, 2008
China's Dalian port sees sharp rise in auto imports, Jan-July http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007898/China-s-Dalian-port-sees-sharp- rise- in-auto-imports-Jan-July.html Shanghai, September 28 (Gasgoo.com) The latest statistics released by Dalian Customs in northeast China's Liaoning Province show that Dalian Port impo ... Continue reading
Beijing Set to Limit Car License Plates for Clean Air
Sep 28, 2008
Beijing set to limit car license plates for clean air http://www.gasgoo.com/auto-news/1007884/Beijing-set-to-limit-car-licens e-pla tes-for-clean-air.html Shanghai, September 27 (Gasgoo.com) Beijing is taking new measures to keep the Chinese capital's air clean and traffic smooth as seen during the Olympic season. Acco ... Continue reading
Funding Approved For Historic Industry Loans
Sep 27, 2008
WASHINGTON, DC., September 27, 2008 â According to Harry Stoffer, writing for Automotive News, says that in a rare Saturday session, Congress gave final approval to funding that will launch a $25 billion low-interest loan program for automakers and suppliers. The program, designed to help companies retool for more ... Continue reading
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Fell 1.6 Percent in August
Sep 25, 2008
ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 24 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Trucking Associations' advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index decreased 1.6 percent in August, marking the largest month-to-month drop since March of this year. Additionally, the index fell 0.9 percent in July, a downward revision from ... Continue reading
Accuride Corporation Announces Leadership Transition and Restructuring Initiatives
Sep 23, 2008
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--Accuride Corporation : William M. Lasky appointed interim President and CEO following the resignation of John R. Murphy Workforce reduction of approximately 11%, while maintaining capacity to service customer needs during peak build levels One-time third quarter restructuring charges of approximately ... Continue reading
Allison is a Leader in Developing Automatic Transmissions for CNG Buses
Sep 23, 2008
Allison technology aids CNG-powered buses during launch and cruise; clean operation and quiet performance pleases fleet owners and passengers. INDIANAPOLIS, Sept. 23 -- Allison Transmission, Inc., the world's leading supplier of commercial duty fully automatic transmissions and hybrid propulsion systems, is also a lead ... Continue reading
TMW Systems Formally Launches TMT ServiceCenter
Sep 22, 2008
ORLANDO, Fla.--Assisting retail repair and maintenance service centers across North America to improve operations and win profitable fleet business, TMW Systems, Inc., today announced the availability of TMT ServiceCenter. The software is designed to support service centers performing both contracted outsourced fleet m ... Continue reading
Sep 19, 2008
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing revisions to certain regulatory requirements for hazardous waste shipments between countries to ensure that recovery is done in an environmentally sound and economically efficient manner. These changes would make the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act's (RCRA) h ... Continue reading
FIRESTONE FS400 Truck Tires Recalled
Sep 18, 2008
Report Date : September 18, 2008 at 09:15 AM NHTSA Campaign ID number : 08T024000 Make / Models : Model/Build Years: FIRESTONE / FS400 9999 Manufacturer : BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE Mfr's Report Date : SEP 12, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08T024000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: TIRES:MARKINGS ... Continue reading
Oshkosh Corporation Announces Promotions to Drive Global Expansion
Sep 18, 2008
OSHKOSH, Wis.--Oshkosh Corporation , a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of specialty vehicles and vehicle bodies, announced today two key executive officer promotions. Thomas D. Fenner has been promoted to the newly created position of executive vice president of Global Manufacturing Services for Oshkosh Cor ... Continue reading
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