Truck OEMs, Suppliers Look to Online Growth, 3D Printing
Equipment and component manufacturers in the trucking industry are looking to expand their online presence and also see potential in 3D printing, both of which could help them reach more customers, they said.
January 25, 2019Parts Demand Is Surging
A growing economy and strong new truck sales have increased demand for aftermarket parts, creating supply challenges. Truck manufacturers and component suppliers said they’re working to alleviate pressure on the industry by expanding offerings, improving distribution channels and using predictive forecasting tools to get ahead of demand.
January 25, 2019Motorcar Parts of America Acquires Dixie Electric
Motorcar Parts of America Inc., a remanufacturer, manufacturer and distributor of automotive aftermarket parts, has acquired heavy-duty rotating electrical products company Dixie Electric, according to a Jan. 10 press release.
January 14, 2019DTNA Adds Mascot to Detroit Reman Unit
Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing has acquired Mascot Truck Parts, a one-time subsidiary of Meritor Inc., to expand its capacity for heavy- and medium-duty remanufacturing of driveline components.
August 24, 2017FinditParts Offers Express Shipments on 50,000 Items
Online parts supplier FinditParts launched an expedited shipping program to guarantee second-day delivery on select heavy-duty truck and trailer parts.
November 1, 2016Vipar Acquires Power Heavy Duty
Aftermarket truck-parts chain Vipar Heavy Duty Inc. said it has purchased the Power Heavy Duty network of parts stores.
January 7, 2014FleetPride Acquires Drake Supply
Heavy-duty truck parts supplier, FleetPride Inc., said it has acquired the assets of truck parts firm Drake Supply Co. Terms were not disclosed.
December 18, 2012FleetPride Acquires Westpac Heavy Duty
FleetPride, an aftermarket supplier of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts, said it has acquired truck parts dealer Westpac Heavy Duty. Terms were not disclosed.
May 23, 2012OEMs Face Parts Shortages as Demand for Trucks Surges
Heavy-duty truck manufacturers said they are experiencing rolling components shortages as suppliers who survived the recession struggle to keep up with the unexpectedly rapid surge in demand for new trucks.
July 4, 2011A Positive Problem
It’s sort of a good problem to have, shortages. It’s a problem that means times are good. Suppliers of components that go into Class 8 trucks say they’re barely able to keep up with demand, as truck manufacturers shift into high gear to meet carriers’ desire to replace their aging vehicles.
July 4, 2011