News By Topic: Big Rigs

Consumer Awareness is Challenge In Spray-On Bedliner Aftermarket

Aug 3, 1998

According to strategic research conducted by Frost &Sullivan, North American Light Truck Spray-On Bedliner Aftermarket, the fairly new spray-on bedliner aftermarket is growing substantially, and is expected to reach about $90 mil. in 1998. ... Continue reading

NHTSA Proposes Reduced Glare From Daytime Running Lights

Aug 3, 1998

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposed changes to the vehicle safety standards for lighting to reduce the problem of glare from some daytime running lamps (DRLs). ... Continue reading

S.C. Trucking Association Hosts Truck Stop Cookouts to Thank Drivers

Jul 30, 1998

The fuel isn't free but the food will be at three truck stops around the state where cookouts will be held by leaders of the industry to thank truck drivers for their hard work and safe driving. ... Continue reading

AimRite Holdings Unveils Production COAST Suspension Unit

Jul 28, 1998

AimRite Holdings Corp. presents the COAST(TM) suspension control system, which uses Variable Constant Force(TM) to achieve ride luxury, stability and safety for automotive, truck, bus and RV applications. ... Continue reading

Standard Automotive Closes on Credit Facility With PNC Bank, N.A.

Jul 22, 1998

STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE CORPORATION iannounces the closing of a $40 million credit facility with PNC Bank, N.A. and completed the acquisition of R&S TRUCK BODY COMPANY INC. ... Continue reading

Mack, UAW Announce New Three-Year Agreement

Jul 21, 1998

United Auto Workers and Mack Trucks, Inc. announced Monday that employees represented by the UAW have ratified a new three- year master contract covering about 3,500 UAW members at Mack facilities in four states. ... Continue reading

Long Term Growth Positive for Truck OE Powertrain Component Markets

Jul 20, 1998

Since trucks are acquiring an increasing share of the growing freight market, the long-term outlook for the truck market is positive. Truck transport suits today's just-in-time logistics, and is benefiting from problems in the railroad industry. ... Continue reading

Rush Enterprises, Inc. Reports Q2 Results

Jul 20, 1998

Rush Enterprises, Inc., the largest network of Peterbilt heavy-duty truck dealerships in North America and a John Deere construction equipment dealership in Houston, announced results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 1998. ... Continue reading

Wabash National Corporation Announces Record Results

Jul 20, 1998

Wabash National Corp announced record sales and income for the three and six months ended June 30, 1998. Net sales for Q2 were $337.7 million, a 15% increase over the first quarter of 1998 and a 72% increase over the same period last year. ... Continue reading

When It's Hot -- Check Your Tires!

Jul 20, 1998

"As ambient temperature rises, so does pavement temperature, reducing the ability of truck tires to dissipate heat," says director of marketing for YTC's Commercial Products Division. ... Continue reading

JTRACS Pro Vehicle Data Gateway Introduced to Trucking Industry

Jul 15, 1998

QUALCOMM Incorporated announced the availability of its JTRACS Pro(R) Vehicle Data Gateway(R) product which uses the OmniTRACS(R) system to provide on-board vehicle diagnostics and fault monitoring. ... Continue reading

Cargo Theft Rapidly Increases in the U.S.

Jun 29, 1998

Eighteen wheels are becoming the newest attraction for thieves. With big rigs, trailers and paneled vans carrying valuable merchandise, the once little known crime of cargo theft is on the rise. ... Continue reading

Mack Files Federal Complaint Against EPA

Jun 16, 1998

Threatened with EPA actions that could have a severe and long- lasting impact on employment and its competitive position, Mack Trucks, Inc. today sought federal court protection and a declaration that the company has not violated the Clean Air Act. ... Continue reading

Eaton VORAD Introduces SmartCruise

Jun 15, 1998

Eaton VORAD Technologies has introduced the world's first radar- based collision warning system with adaptive cruise control. Known as the Eaton VORAD EVT-300 Collision Warning System with SmartCruise(R), the system will make its debut on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. ... Continue reading

Victocor 500 Head Gasket Promises Long Life for Diesels

May 27, 1998

With the Victocor(R) 500 head gasket, Victor Reinz is helping heavy duty diesel engine makers build ultra-long life into their engines. Designed to meet high stress and extreme durability requirements of engines intended for 1mil. mile overhaul cycles. ... Continue reading