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Freight surge may mean more truck, trailer sales in
2011
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Growing economic activity pushed FTR Associates to boost its estimates of the amount of truck freight moved at year-end 2009, as reported in the January edition of FTR's North American Commercial Truck and Trailer Report. More
Consumer spending rises for third month
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Consumer personal
spending rose 0.2 percent in December, the third straight increase, the Commerce Department said. The uptick followed a revised 0.7 percent gain in December that was greater than originally reported. Personal incomes rose 0.4 percent.
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January sales surge for Ford, GM
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Ford and General Motors started the year on a high note, posting double-digit sales gains in January that outpaced the
industry-wide increase of 6.3 percent.
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A boost for light-duty electric trucks
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Smith Electric Vehicles and Proton Power Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop
long-range electric service trucks.
The partnership will allow Smith Electric to install Proton Power's fuel cell range extenders into its light-duty range of electric vans and trucks. The change is estimated to increase a Smith Electric truck's average range between charges from its current 160 km (100 miles) to up to 300 km (186 miles) with the fuel cell extender.
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Jobless claims increase for week
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Initial jobless claims grew by 8,000 last
week, the largest increase in seven weeks, according to the Labor Department.
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New home sales hit 9-month low
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New home sales plunged to a 9-month low in December, according to a government report.
The seasonally adjusted annual rate of new home sales dropped 7.6 percent to 342,000 last month, compared with a revised rate of 370,000 in November, the Census Bureau said.
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Great Dane announces acquisition of Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies
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Great Dane Trailers announced it has acquired Johnson Refrigerated Truck Bodies, which makes insulated fiberglass refrigerated truck bodies, all-electric refrigeration solutions, and innovative truck refrigeration technology.
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Factory orders continue to improve
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U.S.
factory orders rose 1 percent in December, marking the eighth gain in nine months, the Commerce Department said.
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Certified Power's Freedom ATS (Advanced Tracking System) incorporates GPS data, spreader control and other serial data, road/air temperature
data, engine and truck data as well as simple digital status data. MORE |
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Construction spending falls 1.2 percent
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Construction spending fell 1.2 percent in
December, according to the Commerce Department.
The decline to a $902.5 billion level for the month matched November's 1.2 percent drop which was bigger that originally reported, Commerce said
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ELSTON Traction Sanders are a convenient and effective way to improve your traction especially in icy conditions.
Very useful when you need to drive before roads are sanded or salted or on roads that have areas where snow and ice remain. In addition, these sanders are an approved substitute for chains in some states. Available in three models that can be easily adapted to fit your tractor (truck tractor) or truck. More info
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RUD is a leading manufacturer of ROTOGRIP® Automatic Snow Chains. ROTOGRIP® provides traction at low speeds in forward and reverse, and has a universal mounting system that does not require a lot of effort in fitting or maintenance. Drivers can utilize ROTOGRIP® with just a flip-of-a-switch. Visit our website: www.rudchain.com
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Chelsea's new 248 Series was designed and tested for Ford's new Torque Shift 6 Transmission.
This PTO will provide 200 Lbs Ft of Torque Capacity with no torque converter slippage.
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VMAC is searching for two industrial espionage spies
observed attempting to film development of VMAC's newest product prototype - the Advanced UNDERHOOD System. Highlighting fuel savings and environmental features, this compact, powerful, green system is designed to reduce emissions, waste, noise, fuel and service costs. Mission videos are at topsecretair.com
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America's standard in liftgates are called EAGLELIFT! With lifting capacities ranging from 1000 to 1600 lbs. and standard features that make them rugged, long lasting and efficient, we offer many models to meet your specifications. Featuring both aluminum and steel construction – each EAGLELIFT is e-coat protected providing the ultimate rust
resistance!
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IMT’s SiteStar® lube trucks bring radio remotes to service technicians doing preventive maintenance in the field, which helps increase their productivity. The new radio remotes can activate/deactivate the oil pumping system, start or stop the chassis, and control the engine throttle, helping to increase productivity while saving fuel. More
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DewEze is proud to introduce the first clutch pump kit available for the 2011 6.7L Ford diesel engine.
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GatorHyde introduces the first Peel-N-Stick polyurea coating with slip & abrasion resistance to OEM industries. gatorhyde.com
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Solution to all your label and branding needs. Unmatched Service. Competitive Price-Match Guarantee.
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Visit Reading Truck Body at the NTEA Show at Booth 1769 and see the all new Classic Hybrid!
www.readingbody.com
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Offering Mountain Tarp for construction and Pioneer Coverall for Refuse The best of both brands!
See us at NTEA Booth # 3001
800-248-7717
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