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Premier Truck Rental Names New Veep of Sales, Veep of Marketing →

Premier Truck Rental promotes Andy DeLaGarza to vice president of sales and Amy Maxwell to vice president of marketing. DeLaGarza will lead growth across three regions while Maxwell drives marketing strategy to boost brand awareness. Both bring strong leadership and will remain based at PTR’s Fort Wayne headquarters. Click for more...

Elliott Equipment Company Appoints Rycroft Director of Sales →

Elliott Equipment Company appoints Chris Rycroft as director of sales to lead all product lines and regional sales managers. With over 40 years in sales, Rycroft strengthens ties with Stellar Industries and boosts market growth. This move enhances collaboration and expands product solutions for customers nationwide. Click for more...

M.H. Eby Announces Addition of Shelor Motor Mile as Authorized Dealer Serving Christiansburg, Va. →

M.H. Eby, Inc. welcomes Shelor Motor Mile as an authorized dealer in Christiansburg VA Shelor Motor Mile will offer Eby's full line of livestock trailers equipment trailers and aluminum truck bodies This partnership expands Eby's reach improving product availability and support across south-central and western Virginia Click for more...

MoDOT Selects Contractor for I-70 Truck Parking Project →

MoDOT has selected the KCI Construction Team for the I-70 Truck Parking Project to expand and improve truck parking at Concordia Boonville Mineola and Wright City. The project adds 255 truck stalls upgrades facilities and enhances safety along this key freight corridor. Construction starts fall 2026 with completion expected in late 2028. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Inc. Names 2026 Trailer for a Cause Beneficiary →

Felling Trailers Inc. has named Henry’s Heroes as the 2026 beneficiary of its annual Trailer for a Cause auction. The custom FT-12 Pan trailer auction raises funds to support nonprofits. Henry’s Heroes aids families facing NICU challenges in Central Minnesota. The auction will take place in mid-Fall 2026. Visit felling.com for details. Click for more...

Premier Truck Rental Expands Rental Offerings With Four New Fleet Solutions →

Premier Truck Rental expands its fleet with four new rental trucks including Class 7 crash attenuator trucks, Class 7 2,000-gal water trucks, Class 8 4,000-gal water trucks and Class 8 dump trucks. These additions support utilities construction and environmental projects nationwide, offering flexible safety and hauling solutions. Rent now at rentptr.com. Click for more...

Fleet Strategy Helps Oilfield Operator Bolster Productivity →

An oilfield operator in the Permian Basin boosted productivity by balancing owned leased and rental trucks. This flexible fleet strategy reduced high-mileage depreciation preserved over $850,000 in capital and improved response times with Premier Truck Rental, helping the company adapt to fluctuating workloads across West Texas and New Mexico. Click for more...

M.H. Eby Announces New Truck Body Distributors in Pa., Utah, La. →

M.H. Eby, Inc. expands its truck body distributor network with new partners in Pennsylvania, Utah and Louisiana. These additions improve local service, product availability and technical support for aluminum truck bodies. The new distributors include Robinson Brothers, John Bonham Road Equipment & Supply and Cowboy Upfitters. Click for more...

Stellar Continues to Level Up Popular Product Lines With Early 2026 Launches →

Stellar Industries launches updated TMAX mechanic truck with LED taillights and flexible storage options, alongside redesigned EC3200 electric service crane with decreased weight and nested boom design. Prioritizing operator feedback, these advancements cater to evolving industry needs. Find out more at stellarindustries.com. Click for more...

Changes to Volvo Group Executive Board, Mack Trucks Management Team →

Stephen Roy, president of Mack Trucks, retires after 25 years with Volvo Group. Wilson Lirmann to succeed him in leading North American operations. Transition effective August 1, 2026. Visit volvogroup.com for more information. Click for more...

Volvo Trucks Advances “Together Towards Zero” With New Innovations at ACT Expo 2026 →

Volvo Trucks showcased advancements in electromobility and autonomous transport solutions at ACT Expo 2026. The company's "Together Towards Zero" initiative aims for zero emissions, accidents, and unplanned stops. The display included the Volvo VNL Autonomous and Volvo VNR Electric vehicles, highlighting the commitment to sustainable and efficient transportation. Volvo also emphasized powertrain technology and electric capabilities for future emissions standards. Click for more...

Komatsu Commissions 1,000 Ultra-Class Autonomous Haul Trucks →

Komatsu commissions its 1,000th autonomous ultra-class haul truck, marking a milestone in autonomous mining. The truck, deployed at Barrick's Nevada Gold Mines, represents Komatsu's industry-leading role in autonomous haulage and sustainability initiatives. Collaboration with customers continues to shape autonomous innovation and drive operational efficiencies. Click for more...

Premier Truck Rental (PTR) Places in NAFA's Top 100 Fleets Competition for Fourth Consecutive Year →

Premier Truck Rental (PTR) secures its fourth consecutive NAFA Top 100 Fleet award, marking its efficient fleet management. The accolade showcases PTR's commitment to excellence via rigorous evaluation across various key performance areas. CEO Jason Gold expresses pride in the team's dedication and customer focus in delivering top-tier rental solutions nationwide. Visit rentptr.com for more details. Click for more...

Kenworth Announces Availability of New Reinforced Front Frame Option for T880, T880S Models →

Kenworth introduces reinforced front frame option for T880 and T880S models. This feature enhances front equipment mounting without needing aftermarket alterations, saving time and costs for upfitters. The factory solution boosts flexibility and efficiency for body builders, available for T880S now and set-back axle T880 later. Click for more...

Leer Group Strengthens Fleet Sales Team With Addition of Industry Veteran →

Leer Group bolsters fleet sales team with Randi Carr, a seasoned sales leader with more than 20 years’ experience. Carr, as new fleet sales manager, will focus on driving growth in fleet and commercial vehicle markets through new business development and strategic account expansion. Click for more...

Morgan Truck Body Announces New Leadership →

Morgan Truck Body appoints Vik Shah as president, succeeding retiring Corby Stover. Shah brings more than 30 years of manufacturing expertise. Kevin Hoban named senior vice president of operations, bringing 34 years of industry experience. The company looks forward to continued growth and innovation under new leadership. Click for more...

Stellar Introduces Redesigned Large OTR Tire Truck →

Stellar Industries has unveiled a revamped large OTR tire truck lineup with enhanced features for tire service professionals. The updated design offers improved functionality, versatility, and durability to meet the demands of various industries. Customers can customize their trucks with new options such as integrated mounting rails, stainless steel compartment latches, adjustable shelving, enhanced LED lights, and additional D-rings for tire securement during transportation. This refreshed design reflects Stellar's commitment to creating durable and efficient work trucks tailored to customers Click for more...

Bell Trucks, ASCO Form Artic Dump Truck Partnership →

Associated Supply Co. Inc. and Bell Trucks America Inc. have partnered to offer articulated dump trucks at 27 branches in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Bell's fuel-efficient and durable trucks will complement ASCO's existing lineup, enhancing customer support and service expertise. Click for more...

Volvo Begins Road Testing Future Hydrogen Truck →

Volvo initiates road testing of hydrogen trucks for greater energy efficiency and reduced emissions compared to traditional combustion engines. Deployment planned before 2030, offering a three-path approach to decarbonization: battery-electric, fuel-cell electric, and renewable fuels. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Delivers a Custom Solution That Exceeds Expectations for the City of Lethbridge →

Felling Trailers creates two custom FT-24-3 UPTs for the city of Lethbridge, exceeding expectations with a solution tailored to efficiently transport utility poles, transformers, and heavy materials. The trailers met diverse load requirements and were built to withstand daily utility work, showcasing Felling's commitment to exceeding customer needs. Click for more...

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