August 2024

Marriott International, Inc
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What’s in Print

NTDA 34th Annual Convention preview

Oct. 15, 2024
NTDA 34th Annual Convention heads to Indian Wells, an oasis in a lingering market downturn
Business Wire
Equipment & Parts

Understanding pros, cons of reefer technology

Oct. 14, 2024
Fleets learn to keep cool with the latest reefer trailer technology
Wabash
What’s in Print

Wabash focuses on resilience in 'transitional year' for market

Aug. 7, 2024
From the August print edition: Wabash Q2 call emphasized that a strategic focus on product diversity has enabled Wabash to remain profitable through a “transitional year for the...
Precision Metalforming Association
Fabrication

PMA: Shipping levels fall, Metalformers’ outlook steadies

July 26, 2024
The July forecast showed that 61% of manufacturers predict no change in economic activity in the next three months, while 27% expect a decrease in activity
The Shyft Group
Distributors, Upfitters

The Shyft Group acquires Independent Truck Upfitters

July 26, 2024
The acquisition allows the Shyft Group to expand its specialty vehicle product portfolio via ITU's larger vehicles and complex service body upfitting capabilities

More content from August 2024

Stellar
Equipment & Parts

Stellar Industries opens Garner Stellar Sports Complex

July 26, 2024
The sports complex includes three fields, a batting cage, and a community gathering space to support the over 300 kids enrolled in Garner's T-ball, baseball, and softball programs...
Terex
Truck Bodies

AEM's Manufacturing Express tour visits Terex

July 24, 2024
Terex Utilities’ selection for the tour comes after Terex’s receipt of AEM’s Gold Award for Advocacy in 2023. This prestigious accolade is a testament to the company’s commitment...
ACT Research
Trailers

Trailer orders improve in June, but still down from 2023

July 23, 2024
Build outpaced orders again in June, by 15,300 units, with backlogs shrinking more than 14% sequentially. While down considerably m/m, the backlog was significantly lower y/y,...
Western Products
Snow & Ice

Western Products unveils three new product lines

July 19, 2024
The new plows include the company's first stainless steel straight blade snowplow, the PRO-PLOW 3 Snowplow
Workhorse
Truck Bodies

Sourcewell awards Workhorse contract for zero-emission CVs

July 19, 2024
The contract allows Sourcewell members easier access Workhorse vehicles, including the W56 step van, the W750 step van, and the W4CC cab chassis
Hendrickson
Truck Equipment

Hendrickson installs one-millionth TIREMAAX system

July 19, 2024
The company worked with Utility Trailer to install the one-millionth milestone system on a trailer for Kroger
NTEA
Distributors, Upfitters

NTEA adds latest MVP member companies

July 19, 2024
NTEA's latest companies include Buyers Products Co., Driverge Vehicle Innovations locations, and several Knapheide Truck Equipment Centers
TIP
Trailers

TIP trials solar-powered reefer

July 19, 2024
The concept features solar panels fitted to the roof of the trailer which, in combination with a first-of-its-kind modular battery, provides an emission free solution
Randon
Trailers

Randon launches 75th-anniversary trailers

July 17, 2024
Brazilian manufacturer’s new commemorative line boasts advanced technology, special colors, and exclusive spare-parts plans
Workhorse
Truck Bodies

Workhorse introduces W56 with extended wheelbase

July 15, 2024
The zero-emission delivery work van accommodates for the company's next step van body, which provides greater cargo volume while still maximizing range
Mullen Automotive
Distributors, Upfitters

Mullen announces battery pack exchange program

July 12, 2024
The POWER BOOST program will allow current customers to upgrade their lithium-ion battery packs to solid-state polymer packs
Hillsboro Industries
Trailer Dealers

Hillsboro Industries names top dealers

July 11, 2024
The dealers that Hillsboro is recognizing are part of a distinguished group of business leaders who have demonstrated a strong commitment to customer service and to capturing ...
ConMet
Equipment & Parts

ConMet receives 2024 FleetPride Supplier Award

July 10, 2024
2024 marks the second time in three years that ConMet has won this award recognizing their communication and partnership with FleetPride
NATDA/TSE
Trailer Dealers

NATDA Trailer Show honored—again

July 10, 2024
The award for the 2023 event marks the NATDA Trailer Show’s second consecutive year to have made it to the prestigious list
Cosmo Tires
Equipment & Parts

Cosmo Tires launches branding web portal for distributors

June 28, 2024
Through the Kool Kat Assets portal, distributors will have access to Cosmo Tires marketing materials, including logos and artwork
Winter Equipment
Snow & Ice

Winter Equipment offers custom fleet assessments

June 14, 2024
The free assessments will consider a fleet's current equipment, road conditions, and snow types to inform a fleets parts and solutions recommendations
Teleo
What’s in Print

Taleo, Storm Equipment develop autonomous plow

March 28, 2024
Customers can now order a retrofit that transforms heavy equipment into remote-operated and autonomous snow plows
Hilltip
Snow & Ice

Hilltip offers new tractor V-plow for snow removal

Jan. 5, 2024
VTR snowplows have a curved, powder-coated snow blade to create an optimal snow-rolling effect