Iowa Enhances CDL Requirements with New English Testing Law
May 19, 2026
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Read articleRental Segment Boosts Growth and Enhances Margins
April 29, 2026
Heavy equipment distributor Custom Truck One Source CTOS reported a strong revenue performance for Q1 CY2026, with a year-over-year sales increase of 9.3% to $461.6 million. The company’s full-year revenue forecast of $2.06 billion was 1.5% above analysts’ expectations. Additionally, its non-GAAP profit of $0.02 per share was significantly higher than the consensus estimates. Custom […]
Read articleKomatsu HM460-6 Haul Truck Enhances Payload and Efficiency
April 20, 2026
Komatsu has completely reengineered its HM400-5 articulated haul truck, unveiling the updated model, HM460-6, at ConExpo 2026. This new model features a high-performance powertrain, a sophisticated traction control system, and an enhanced operator environment. Designed for applications in quarrying, construction, large site development, mining, and infrastructure, the HM460-6 boasts a higher payload rating and better […]
Read articleWestern Star Enhances Vocational Truck Safety Features
February 25, 2026
Western Star Trucks, a part of Daimler Truck North America, has introduced enhanced safety features to its vocational X-Series models, specifically the 47X and 49X. The company emphasizes that the new models prioritize safety, integrating a range of advanced safety features as standard equipment. Active Brake Assist Detroit Assurance’s Active Brake Assist (ABA5) is now […]
Read articleCherry Valley Fire Department Enhances Capabilities with New Truck and Equipment
December 12, 2025
Introduction of a Compact Fire Truck A newly acquired, compact fire truck is enhancing the capabilities of Cherry Valley firefighters by allowing them access to confined areas that larger trucks cannot reach, potentially reducing emergency response times. Enhanced Maneuverability Captain Tyler Walls noted that this smaller truck provides a tactical advantage during emergency situations in […]
Read articleIsuzu Commercial Truck Enhances Isuzu Connect Platform
December 2, 2025
Partnership Expansion Between Isuzu and Decisiv Isuzu Commercial Truck of America is enhancing its collaboration with Decisiv to bolster Isuzu Connect, their service relationship management platform utilized by most dealerships in the U.S. System Improvements The upgraded platform aims to enhance communication between dealers and clients, boost repair accuracy, and minimize vehicle downtime by up […]
Read articleHinesburg Fire Department Enhances Gear with Fire Truck Sale Proceeds
November 8, 2025
Sale of Hinesburg Fire Truck Funds Equipment Upgrades The recent sale of a tanker truck from the Hinesburg Fire Department has provided funding for crucial upgrades to the firefighters’ equipment. This sale enabled the station to acquire five new headsets, which, according to Chief Prescott Nadeau, were urgently needed by the department. “These headsets are […]
Read articleNew Trucking Hours of Service Rule Enhances Driver Rest Opportunities
July 13, 2025
Subscribe to receive the latest updates on the coronavirus and more directly in your inbox. On Thursday, the Department of Transportation released new guidelines for truck drivers, who have played a crucial role in maintaining the U.S. economy during the coronavirus pandemic. The regulations governing hours of service dictate how long commercial drivers can operate […]
Read articleAero-Driven Design Enhances Volvo Trucks’ Performance
July 3, 2025
Volvo Trucks has introduced new aerodynamic enhancements inspired by aerospace technology, with the goal of minimizing drag during long-haul trips, as well as decreasing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions. These innovations represent the latest step in advancing Volvo Trucks’ aerodynamics, leveraging techniques already prevalent in aviation and motorsports. The Volvo FH Aero, which won the […]
Read articleOregon Enhances Trucking Regulations with New Legislation
May 30, 2025
The legislation aims to enhance enforcement for vehicles weighing between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds, ensuring state laws align with federal regulations under the interstate compact. (Wirestock/Getty Images) Oregon’s Democratic Governor, Tina Kotek, has approved a new law targeting the state’s escalating issues with truckers avoiding weight scales, unauthorized household goods movers, and accidents involving medium-duty […]
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