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Pitt Ohio to Test Two Mack Anthem Natural Gas Vehicles →

Pittsburgh-based carrier Pitt Ohio will test two Mack Anthem models equipped with Cummins Westport ISX12N natural gas engines during the next year as part of its ongoing commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its fleet through the use of alternative fuels. These two near-zero emissions trucks were the centerpiece at a recent announcement by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection of its Driving PA Forward grant and rebate programs. Click for more...

Mack Trucks Honors Fallen Military Heroes in 31st Annual Ride for Freedom →

Mack Trucks once again joined in a tribute to military men and women who have fallen in the line of duty with its participation in the 31st annual Rolling Thunder — Ride for Freedom rally. The event, which took place May 25 to 28 in Washington, D.C., honored fallen military heroes and drew attention to continued efforts to recover prisoners of war and those missing in action. Mack's Lehigh Valley Operations, where all Mack vehicles for North America and export are assembled, and Mack Customer Center employees traveled from Pennsylvania by truck and motorcycle to Hagerstown, Md., for a special memorial ceremony at Mack's Hagerstown powertrain facility. Click for more...

J&J Welcomes New Quality Assurance Manager →

J&J Truck Bodies & Trailers and J&J Truck Equipment, divisions of Somerset Welding & Steel, announced that Jason Yantus has been appointed quality assurance manager. In this capacity, Yantus will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of all quality assurance systems and activities for both companies. He also will implement programs to ensure that the company's ISO 9001:2015 ABS Quality Evaluations Certificate of Conformance is executed and monitored. Click for more...

Felling's FT-6 R Fills Void for Underground Mining Company →

Felling Trailers Inc. recently manufactured two self-loading reel trailers and multiple power cord reels for an underground mining application. Due to the ever-changing needs of the mining environment, machinery is forever moved around. The need arose for a way to easily deploy and store the thousands of feet of power cord needed to keep machinery running. "Felling's FT-6 R [5,980 lb. GVWR/4,060 lb. Click for more...

Wagner Hardwoods Relies on Kenworth T880s, PACCAR MX-13 Engines →

As one of the largest manufacturers of hardwood lumber in the northeastern United States, Wagner Hardwoods processes 60 million board feet of timber annually. That's enough wood to make a 1-by-12-inch board reach from one of Wagner's three New York sawmills to California and back again. But logs don't magically appear at the mills — they're delivered with the company's fleet of Kenworth trucks. Click for more...

OOIDA Seeks to Enjoin PA Turnpike From Diverting Excess Toll Dollars to PennDOT for Other Uses →

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has filed a motion for preliminary injunction in connection with a class-action lawsuit they brought against the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. The lawsuit, filed in March along with the National Motorists Association, is for excessive toll increases that place an undue burden on interstate commerce while improperly diverting toll revenue to other projects unrelated to the turnpike. Click for more...

Felling Named 2018 Green Manufacturing Award Recipient →

Felling Trailers Inc. was presented with the 2018 Green Manufacturing Award this past February at the NATM Conference (National Association of Trailer Manufacturers) in Fort Worth, Texas. NATM's Green Manufacturing Award was established to recognize manufacturers that have made significant contributions towards improving their environmental impact within their manufacturing processes and facilities. Click for more...

Mack Defense Awarded Defense Logistics Agency Contract →

Mack Defense was recently awarded a fixed-price with economic-price-adjustment/indefinite-delivery contract from the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Heavy Equipment Purchasing Program. As part of this contract, Mack Defense will supply trucks and tractors of varying sizes and applications to the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and federal civilian agencies through 2023. “This contract allows us to continue to support our customers' transportation equipment needs quickly and efficiently with a diverse portfolio of products,” said Mark Circo, North American sales director and DLA lead of Mack Defense. Click for more...

Mack Trucks to Have Fully Electric Refuse Vehicle Operating in New York City in 2019 →

Mack Trucks plans to have a fully electric Mack LR refuse model equipped with an integrated Mack electric drivetrain operating in North America in 2019. The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY), one of Mack's largest customers, will test the demonstration vehicle in its highly demanding operations. Mack believes that at this stage of electromobility technology and infrastructure development, a fully electric vehicle will deliver the most value within a closed loop application, in which the truck returns home every night, such as refuse. Click for more...

Felling Trailers Debuts EZ Tilt Technology →

Felling Trailers Inc. debuted its EZ Tilt Technology with the FT-12 EZ-T tilt trailer at the 2018 Rental Show in New Orleans, La. Felling's EZ Tilt Technology allows for ground level loading with its rotating torsion suspension, providing a 5-degree load angle. This low load angle makes it possible to load and unload low clearance equipment such as floor sweepers, scissor lifts and rollers. The EZ-Tilt trailer is great for rental shops or rental yards, offering the versatility to load a variety of equipment safely and quickly, getting the customer on their way, according to the customer. Click for more...

Specialized Trailers Introduces Launches Mechanical Full-Width Gooseneck Galvanized Trailer →

XL Specialized Trailers is introducing the next model in its galvanized trailer series, a mechanical full-width gooseneck (MFG). The XL galvanized 80 MFG is now available and is ideal for commercial applications, according to the manufacturer. XL builds its galvanized units with the same T-1 flange, 80K web as its other lowboys. The hot-dip galvanizing process creates a durable barrier between the elements and the steel, enabling the trailer to withstand harsh weather and road conditions and extending its lifetime by up to three times over standard steel. Click for more...

XL Specialized Trailers Introduces Newly Designed Low Deck Height Hydraulic Detachable Gooseneck Trailer →

XL Specialized Trailers is adding its low-profile hydraulic detachable gooseneck (HDG) trailer to its lineup. The XL 110 Low-Profile HDG features a loaded deck height of only 15 in. (38 cm). With a capacity of 110,000 lbs. (49,895 kg) in 12 ft. (3.6 m), the unit is ideal for versatile hauling in construction and commercial applications. The 13-ft. (3.9 m) gooseneck has a swing clearance of 110 in. Click for more...

Deadline Looms for Truckers to Use Electronic Logging Devices or Face Penalties →

Commercial vehicle drivers that are not using electronic logging devices as of April 1 face the prospect of authorities penalizing them by immediately placing them out of service for 10 hours, assessing points against their driver records and perhaps levying civil fines. While some drivers of agricultural vehicles are exempt, most types of truckers have been under the ELD rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration since it took hold Dec. Click for more...

State's Commercial Truck Training Saves Drivers Time, Money →

More than 1,300 truck drivers from Mexico have now completed training from Arizona Department of Transportation safety inspectors through an innovative program that is making Arizona's inspection process more efficient and Arizona roads safer. That number includes drivers trained at Arizona border ports of entry in Douglas, Nogales and San Luis, as well as about 320 drivers trained in a unique two-day training program at locations in Mexico. Click for more...

ConExpo-Con/AGG Takes Number One Spot in 'Top Trade Shows' List →

ConExpo-Con/AGG has taken the number-one spot in the Top Trade Show list annually compiled by the Trade Show News Network (TSNN). TSNN is the online information resource for the exhibitions and events industry and ranks the top trade shows in the United States by exhibit space size. “This honor is a tribute to AEM's members and the support of our industries that make this show the gathering place every three years,” said Sara Truesdale Mooney, show director of ConExpo-Con/AGG 2017 and vice president of strategy and business development, Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). Click for more...

3D Printing of Construction Equipment: 3 Things You Should Know →

Visitors to ConExpo-Con/AGG and IFPE 2017 might have seen the unveiling of the world's first 3D-printed excavator at the event's inaugural Tech Experience. It was more than just an attention-getter. 3D printing has slowly but surely developed into a disruptive technology poised to have far-reaching effects on the equipment industry. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) was part of the team effort that developed that 3D-printed excavator. Click for more...

Mack Trucks Improves Uptime through Customer Experience Management Approach →

Mack Trucks recently extended its commitment to uptime by incorporating a new process that efficiently and effectively captures customer feedback regarding their service experience. During the first year of using the new Customer Experience Management approach, Mack slashed by 50 percent the time it took to address outstanding customer service issues, according to the company. “There is great value in capturing the voice of the customer because it allows us to equip ourselves and our dealers with more immediate information to improve our response and therefore increase customer satisfaction,” said David Pardue, vice president of connected vehicle and contract services with Mack Trucks. Click for more...

Mack Trucks Enhances Productivity with Mack Connect →

Mack Trucks shared additional details about Mack Connect, a suite of tools designed to help customers and drivers manage productivity and profitability. Mack made the comments during the 2018 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky. “Productivity translates to profitability, and our customers are always seeking the next advantage to gain an edge,” said Jonathan Randall, senior vice president of sales and marketing OF Mack Trucks North America. Click for more...

Mack Trucks Online Configurator Lets Customers Design Their Mack Anthem Model →

Mack Trucks has expanded its recently launched Mack Trucks Configurator to include the Mack Anthem model. With the online tool, customers can virtually build and customize the Anthem model that best meets the unique needs of their business. Customers start by choosing a cab design — a day cab, a 48-inch sleeper or a 70-inch stand up sleeper. Once the cab is selected, the configurator takes customers through a range of options, including exterior and interior trim; engine, transmission and axle choices; as well as the uptime services and warranty options they prefer. Click for more...

Kenworth Expands PACCAR Proprietary Front Axle Offering with New Standard Track →

Kenworth's new standard track options for the 20,000- and 22,800-lb. (10,342 and 10,342 kg) PACCAR proprietary front axle lineup are available for order with Kenworth Class 8 vocational models. Designed for construction and vocational application, the PACCAR front axle enhances vehicle payload-carrying capability and complements the performance of PACCAR's MX-11 and MX-13 engines. The PACCAR front axle was introduced into the market last year with wide track configurations rated at 20,000 and 22,800 lbs. Click for more...

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