Category: Cab, Trailer & Body

Fontaine Introduces Auto Hauler Conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 Sleeper Cabs

Fontaine Introduces Auto Hauler Conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 Sleeper Cabs

| September 8, 2024

Conversion lowers roof by 21 inches for car carrier convivence Fontaine Modification expands its extensive auto hauler offering with a new conversion for Kenworth T880 and W990 76-inch mid-roof sleeper cabs. The conversion lowers the truck’s overall height to 105 inches to accommodate a car carrier trailer of the customer’s choice. Fontaine has engineered car carrier […]

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Onfleet Partnership with Fairmatic Optimizes Delivery Driver Performance and Lower Insurance Costs

Onfleet Partnership with Fairmatic Optimizes Delivery Driver Performance and Lower Insurance Costs

| September 7, 2024

 Integration provides fleet managers with a comprehensive view of driver performance and can give personalized safety recommendations  Onfleet, the fastest growing last mile delivery management software platform, announced a new integration partnership with Fairmatic, a fleet insurance company designed to reward safety with savings. Businesses that take advantage of the integration will develop a better […]

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Smith Trucking Sets its Sights on Driving Down Costs with E-SMART

Smith Trucking Sets its Sights on Driving Down Costs with E-SMART

| September 7, 2024

Truckload carrier finds Dynamic Speed Management technology more effective investment than umbrella insurance E-SMART, a leading Dynamic Speed Management provider for the transportation industry, announced a partnership with Smith Trucking, Inc. that the parties anticipate will lower potential claims, fuel and other costs. The carrier is currently implementing the speed management system across its entire […]

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Sandhills’ transportation marketplaces, heavy-duty truck inventory levels are decreasing,

Sandhills’ transportation marketplaces, heavy-duty truck inventory levels are decreasing,

| September 7, 2024

In Sandhills’ transportation marketplaces, heavy-duty truck inventory levels are decreasing, but semitrailer inventory continues to rise, propelled by increases in dry van and flatbed trailers. “With increased pressure from rising inventory and concerns surrounding freight rates and the current freight capacity, dealers are pricing aggressively to move inventory,” says Truck Paper Manager Scott Lubischer. Sandhills’ used medium- and heavy-duty […]

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Mack Trucks Unveils Virtual Truck Builder

Mack Trucks Unveils Virtual Truck Builder

| September 5, 2024

Truck Builder goes beyond mere aesthetics by integrating Mack’s financing options and the Mack Connect fleet performance portal into the customization process Mack Trucks recently launched its cutting-edge Truck Builder, a digital platform that allows customers to customize their dream Mack® truck from the ground up. This innovative tool represents a comprehensive overhaul of Mack’s […]

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The Shyft Group Secures ZEPCert and GHG Certifications for Blue Arc™ EV Truck

The Shyft Group Secures ZEPCert and GHG Certifications for Blue Arc™ EV Truck

| September 5, 2024

Nationwide Access to Innovative EV Solutions and Significant Financial Incentives for Customers The Shyft Group, Inc. specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets, has announced that its Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV truck has received both Zero-Emission Powertrain Certification (ZEPCert) and a Heavy-Duty Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Enhanced […]

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