We're back from Indy and The Big Easy, with a lot of good news from Work Truck Week and TMC. Just a teaser sample below; look for complete show coverage in the April print edition.
INDIANAPOLIS—REE Automotive’s electric commercial vehicle platform, with unique “x-by-wire” drive, steer, and brake technology, makes it fleet ready, dealer ready—and upfit ready, according to REE co-founder and CEO Daniel Beral. And the EV-like speed at which its recent project with Knapheide coalesced...
MAXON introduces the combined might of the GPSLR level ride and the RA side door liftgates in one revolutionary design. See how these Slidelift® designs can enhance your fleet’s performance by visiting us at www.maxonlift.com.
INDIANAPOLIS—Ford Pro is upgrading the “iconic” E-Transit van with longer range capability and faster charging in celebration of the Transit’s 10th year in the market—where it’s the top-selling commercial van in the U.S.
With over a half-century of manufacturing experience and 8 facilities across North America, Bull Moose Tube produces everything from A500 and A513 stock to specialized tubing such as weathering grade and our high-strength, low-weight Stratusteel.
INDIANAPOLIS—Vanair unveiled a new power system that increases payload capacity, and highlighted a recent acquisition that delivers fleet fuel and maintenance cost savings during NTEA’s Work Truck Week 2024.
For over 50 years the Ridewell Corporation has led the industry in the design and manufacturing of heavy duty truck and trailer suspensions. We own over 70 patents for exclusive features used by large manufacturers of trucks and trailers.
The new CBX AeroBeam line of fixed frame suspensions offers the best in top mount design technology with 23k, 25k and 30k capacity models. When equipped with optional P89 disc brakes, the series provides the lightest weight fixed frame air suspensions available. Its versatility meets most vocational fleet applications. The CBXAN23 model is ideal for tank, platform and bulk transport trailers.
The acquisition expands Hoffmann Family of Companies' presence in transportation, continuing their expansion after their purchase of Texas Bragg Trailers
Add natural light to trailers effortlessly with the Skylight from TECTRAN®, a favored choice of major trailer fleets in North America. This easy-to-install solution requires no power, allowing ambient light to filter in, enhancing safety and efficiency for loading and unloading. Compatible with both aluminum and composite trailer walls, this innovation, covered by US PAT. 10,773,571, provides a cost-effective means to improve working conditions and streamline operations for fleet managers and drivers alike.
Fundraising garnered by the 2024 NATDA Trailer Show will support WWP programs, and donations to WWP will increase dealers' chances of winning the Ultimate Prize Package
Hydraulic oil tanks are the heart of the application. Having a state-of-the-art solution by your side means performance over time, system efficiency, and value for your investment. We take your application to the next level by working alongside OEMs, body builders, and outfitters on a daily basis. Capacities from 8 to 106 GAL for a wide range of applications, ready for installation. #WETANKYOU
"We suspect the surprise decline in the ISM manufacturing index in February will prove to be a blip in an otherwise gradual recovery." says Oxford Economics.
