trucks News Updates

Business

Beckham to Resign From Posts at USA Truck on Sept. 30

Truckload carrier USA Truck said Cliff Beckham, the company’s former CEO and now executive vice president and chief financial officer, will resign Sept. 30 “to pursue new career opportunities.â€

August 7, 2014
Business

USA Truck Reports First Profit in Three Years

USA Truck Inc. reported its first quarter of positive income in three years on improved revenue, especially in its logistics business.

July 31, 2014
Business

Daimler Trucks North America’s Vocational Truck Sales Rise

YOUNTVILLE, Calif. — Daimler Trucks North America said it is reaping returns in sales of heavy- and medium-duty vocational trucks based on the investments and planning that started during the depths of the recession.

July 30, 2014
Government, Safety, Business

Senate Panel to Examine Truck Safety July 29

Safety concerns stemming from several recent truck accidents have prompted Senate transportation leaders to schedule a hearing July 29 to press regulators about their initiatives for improving highway safety.

July 24, 2014
Business

June Truck Orders Jump 41.3%

New Class 8 truck orders jumped 41.3% in June from a year earlier as fleets continued to invest in new equipment to better meet rising freight demand, ACT Research reported.

July 14, 2014
Business, Government

Mississippi Trucking Names Miller President; To Focus on Member Services, Legal Issues

Hal Miller III, a fleet manger with 31 years of experience, will be the next president of the Mississippi Trucking Association, the group said.

July 14, 2014
Business, Government

Mississippi Trucking Association Hires Hal Miller as President

Hal Miller III, a fleet manager with 31 years of experience, will be the next president of the Mississippi Trucking Association, the group said.

July 9, 2014
Business

Mack Trucks to Invest $26 Million in Pennsylvania Plant

Mack Trucks said it will invest $26 million to upgrade its cab and vehicle assembly plant in Macungie, Pennsylvania.

June 20, 2014
Business

Volvo’s North American Deliveries Rise 13% in May

Volvo Group’s North American heavy-duty truck deliveries rose 13% in May from the same month last year, the company reported June 18.

June 18, 2014
Business

Volvo Trucks Launches Dual Clutch for Heavy Vehicles

Sweden-based Volvo Group said its European division, Volvo Trucks, is launching a first-of-its-kind transmission with a dual clutch system for its heavy vehicles.

June 17, 2014