Trucks, Parts, Service

Mark your calendars and set a reminder, registration is now open for the ATA Technology & Maintenance Council’s Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition. The event will take place March 10-13 at the Music City Center in Nashville.

Big congratulations to Keith McComsey, director of air disc brake systems at Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, who was recently honored with the Patriot Award by the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve office!

Used truck auction volumes picked up in October, bouncing back from a slower September, while retail sales held steady, reports J.D. Power’s November 2024 Commercial Truck Guidelines.

Daimler Truck North America and Daimler Truck Financial Services have partnered with Silicon Valley-based Plug and Play to drive innovation and transformation in supply chain, logistics, and trucking.

Cyberattacks can be costly. The CDK breach earlier this year shut down its dealership software for nearly a month, causing over $1 billion in losses. Properly written insurance policies can help cover some of these damages. Here's what you need to know.

What’s the secret to steady growth in the competitive trucking industry? For Freedom Truck and Trailer in Utah, it’s all about building strong relationships with customers and staying committed to exceptional service. Their growth story is proof that success comes from more than just selling parts; it’s about cultivating trust, building relationships, and consistently exceeding customer expectations. For these reasons and more, they're a Distributor of the Year finalist.

The American Truck Dealers has appointed Jacqueline W. Gelb as its new president, starting December 9, 2024. “Jacqueline brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the regulatory and policy issues that impact truck dealers the most. In the current industry landscape, that is invaluable.” -Scott Pearson, ATD Chairman and president of Peterbilt of Atlanta

What's the first word that comes to your head when you think about the industry in 2025? Uncertainty? Excitement? During a webinar, FTR CEO Jonathan Starks, VP Avery Vise, and economist Bill Witte explored key economic indicators and shared their 2025 outlook, emphasizing the growing uncertainty around the U.S. economy and policy decisions.

The International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance, whose labor dispute briefly shut down East and Gulf Coast ports in October, are at it again, this time over automation.

Val Breitag of TLG Peterbilt was honored with the prestigious Marvin F. Gordon Lifetime Achievement Award by the Used Truck Association at the opening session of its annual convention. Congratulations!