June 2024

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What’s in Print

People and Positions June 2024

Sept. 9, 2024
Each month, Trailer/Body Builder recognizes notable promotions and transitions for folks in the industry. Here's the most recent entries for June
Isuzu
Isuzu unveils next-generation electric refrigerated truck integrated with Thermo King technology.
What’s in Print

Isuzu unveils next-gen electric refrigerated truck

Sept. 9, 2024
A focus on product integration and new technologies has delivered a new refrigeration delivery solution for the future
ACT Expo 2024 // TRC Companies
ZM Trucks unveils zero-emissions commercial truck lineup at ACT Expo 2024.
What’s in Print

ZM Trucks debuts Class 4-8 lineup

Sept. 6, 2024
North America’s newest zero-emissions commercial truck brand, ZM Trucks, debuted at ACT Expo with five models in the Class 4, 5, 6, and “baby 8” segments. Expected...
Josh Fisher | Endeavor CV
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What’s in Print

Blue Bird, Morgan Olson, Xos combine for electric step van

The three companies unveiled their electric-powered step van, which is based on a 178" wheelbase
ACT Expo 2024 | TRC Companies
J.B. Hunt President Shelley Simpson points to a “misalignment” of clean technology, policy, and economics.
What’s in Print

Fleets, OEMs discuss transition lessons learned so far

Sept. 4, 2024
While ACT Expo serves as a showcase for new and soon-to-come technologies, this year’s gathering also provided a clear-eyed view of the transition from fleets and truck ...

More content from June 2024

ACT Expo 2024 // TRC Companies
What’s in Print

State of Sustainable Fleets 2024: Lots of options

Aug. 30, 2024
The fifth annual report from TRC discusses confusing regulations, the growth of electric trucks, and a promising future for renewable natural gas
TTMA
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What’s in Print

On the clock: Associate presentations

Aug. 29, 2024
Select suppliers have 4 minutes to brag
Kevin Jones | TBB
TTMA Chairs Sean Kenney, left, and Jeff Thompson, right, flank Plant Safety Award winners ZF Group (Ben Brown), Trail King Industries (Nick Nielson), Wabash (Dustin Smith), Great Dane (Rick Mullininx), En Trans International (Karen Czor), and LBT Inc. (Scott Hevelone).
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TTMA 2024 Plant Safety Awards

Aug. 28, 2024
TTMA recognizes safe manufacturing practices with annual awards for lowest accident rates
Kevin Jones I TBB
This year’s TTMA Breakfast Club featured “Brunch, Boards, and Bubbly,” a lively (and tasty) participatory event managed by expert sommeliers Monica Nino and Bryan Gonzales.
What’s in Print

TTMA trailer forecasts from ACT, FTR

Aug. 26, 2024
Carrier profitability will continue to hinder trailer orders through 2024, but industry analysts point to a 2025 upswing
Kevin Jones | TBB
TTMA board members are, from left to right, Gene Astolfi, Trail King; Scott Hevelone, LBT; Alan Briley, Fontaine; Sean Kenney, Hyundai Translead; Corey Kirk, Tremcar; John Rust, Trail King; Jeff Thompson, Timpte; Jeff Sims, TTMA; Bob Wahlin, Stoughton; Andy Tanner, Talbert Mfg.; Dale Jones, Timpte; and Gary Gaussion, Silver Eagle Mfg.
What’s in Print

2024 TTMA Annual Convention

Aug. 23, 2024
TTMA 82nd Annual Convention adds Texas spice to discussions of AI, sustainability
Doleco USA
What’s in Print

Doleco expands capabilities at Charlotte facility

Aug. 19, 2024
Equipped with advanced manufacturing technologies, the plant will focus on the custom production, fulfillment of traditional orders and delivery of Doleco’s products
Kevin Jones | TBB
Trailer Dealers

NATDA Trailer Show to honor innovation

June 5, 2024
The North American Trailer Dealer Association (NATDA) is launching a new awards program for the 2024 NATDA Trailer Show. This newly revamped program is designed to expose NATDA...
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News

FET analysis among top ATRI research goals

May 31, 2024
ATRI’s RAC selected a diverse set of research priorities designed to address some of the industry’s critical issues including workforce development, lawsuit abuse reform, and ...
Buyers Products
Equipment & Parts

Buyers Products introduces continuous rotating spot light with remote

May 24, 2024
New LED lighting offerings also add additional colors and flash patterns to work and warning lights
Rizon Truck
News

Rizon Truck offering two new Classes 4-5 models

The Daimler Truck North America brand's new vehicles come with an expanded capacity offering and upgraded warranties
Phillips Industries
Trailer Components

Phillips, Inland Trailer partner on telematics integration

May 23, 2024
The new integration will see Phillips Connect offerings such as the CargoVision cargo camera, REAR-VU Backup Camera, and more be included on all new Inland Trailer builds
NATDA
Trailers

NATDA plans to launch industry data insights program

May 23, 2024
The program will be free for dealers who opt-in to participate, and will work toward creating actionable insights for NATDA's dealer network overall
City of Dallas
Chassis

Ford Pro teams with Dallas to develop EV infrastructure

May 22, 2024
The city will install Ford Pro chargers at municipal worksites and use Ford Pro smart charging software to customize and manage EV charging performance
Felling Trailers
Trailers

Felling to support law enforcement with latest charity auction

May 21, 2024
Backing the Blue Line provides resources and emotional support to law enforcement officers and their families
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Trailer Components

Irdeto launches Trailer Validation for logistic efficiency

May 18, 2024
The company's addition to Keystone by Irdeto is meant to reduce security risks for fleets
Daimler Truck North America
Equipment & Parts

DTNA to add EV equipment training center and engineering to Portland HQ

May 18, 2024
The new training center will be available for the DTNA dealer network, while the engineering facility will consolidate testing activities and focus on technologies such as battery...
ACT Research
Trailers

Trailer order bump shows ‘green shoots’ for freight markets

May 18, 2024
With production and backlogs aligned, there was “no material change” to the backlog-to-build ratio, which remains at 6.4 months
Stellar Industries
Equipment & Parts

Stellar debuts NXT68 Hooklift

May 16, 2024
Stellar also has introduced an electronic joystick control system governs all hooklift functions
Trim-Lok video
Equipment & Parts

Video tour: Inside Trim-Lok's new midwest facility

May 14, 2024
'Trim‐Lok Midwest isn't just a manufacturing facility; it's a testament to our dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction,' COO Whitener says
Jeremy Wolfe | Trailer/Body Builders
Trailers

Stoughton digs in for new HQ

May 11, 2024
Leaders from one of the largest trailer manufacturers broke ground on a new corporate headquarters, which will host 200 employees and feature a 28-acre community park
Fontaine Modification
Truck Bodies

Fontaine Modification produces 20,000th truck

May 10, 2024
The company celebrated its 20,000th truck made at the Statesville, North Carolina center
Thermo King
Trailers

Range Energy, Thermo King partner on EV refrigerated trailers

May 10, 2024
The collaboration involves integrating Range's electric trailer platform with Thermo King's TRUs and electric TRUs
FleetPulse
Trailers

FleetPulse secures seed funding, launches as independent telematics company

May 10, 2024
Former Uber Freight exec to lead the OEM-agnostic telematics platform provider
NTEA
Distributors, Upfitters

NTEA releases spring 2024 U.S. CV Market Report

May 4, 2024
This fourth edition of the report leverages multiple complex datasets to provide a landscape of opportunities, trends and challenges in today’s work truck market
Shyft Group
Truck Bodies

FedEx orders 150 Blue Arc EV vans

May 4, 2024
FedEx tested the Shyft Group's vehicle in real-life conditions, using it on last-mile delivery routes in Memphis
Stellar Industries
Fabrication

Stellar donates cobot to local community college

May 4, 2024
This UR10 will allow NIACC to expand their course selection options for robotics
Steel Warehouse
Fabrication

Steel Warehouse rebrands Cold Mill division

May 1, 2024
Specialty Strip has more than 20 years’ experience in cold rolling, annealing, and slitting operations customized for exceedingly tight tolerance orders
Double Coin
Equipment & Parts

Double Coin adds all-steel ST radials to lineup

April 20, 2024
These include the high-demand sizes of ST235/80R16 and ST235/85R16, designed explicitly for high-speed trailer use
Continental Battery Systems
Distributors, Upfitters

FleetPride recognizes leading suppliers

April 2, 2024
Continental Battery Systems was named Supplier of the Year for consistently going "above and beyond" what they promise