Mack Adds Telematics, Brake and Transmission Options
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Emphasizing the growing role of truck connectivity, Mack Trucks said it was extending its telematics hardware as an option for its model year 2011 and newer trucks equipped with Mack engines, effective May 1.
March 23, 2017TruckX Introduces Driver App and ELD
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Startup firm TruckX announced plans to introduce a driver mobile app and electronic logging device.
March 23, 2017Rand McNally Introduces Next-Gen Navigation Device
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Rand McNally introduced its next-generation truck navigation device here at the Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 23, 2017Kenworth, Peterbilt Will Not Exhibit at NACV Show
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Neither of the operating companies of Paccar Inc. will exhibit at the new North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta in September.
March 22, 2017Vocational Pop Surprises, Drives February’s Class 8 Orders
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Near-term demand for vocational trucks is raging, and tractor day cabs did well in February thanks to an unexpected pop, which has drawn attention away from the ongoing strength in sleeper trucks, a leading analyst said.
March 22, 2017Mid-America Trucking Show Features Return of 3 Heavy-Duty Truck Makers
The Mid-America Trucking Show is set to kick off this week, giving attendees a closeup look at the latest developments in truck equipment and technology and opportunities to learn more about industry issues.
March 22, 2017Live Coverage of the 2017 Mid-America Trucking Show
Transport Topics' live coverage of the 2017 Mid-America Trucking Show from the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.
March 20, 2017Matson Profit Falls 22% in 2016
Matson Inc., the biggest ocean cargo company serving Hawaii, suffered a 22% drop in profit in 2016 as higher expenses overshadowed revenue growth.
February 22, 2017Kenworth, Peterbilt to Return to MATS; Still Considering Decision on Rival Show
Kenworth Trucks and Peterbilt Motors will return to the Mid- America Trucking Show in March after their one-year hiatus, and, so far, these Paccar Inc. brands will be the only North American heavy-duty truck makers to attend.
October 24, 2016Volvo, Mack to Exhibit at 2017 NACV; Volvo to Skip MATS
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Volvo Group’s two North American operating companies have agreed to exhibit at the North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta a year from now and will either reduce or suspend their connection with the Mid-America Trucking Show in 2017.
September 6, 2016