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Heavy truck sales may improve slightly in 2010
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After double-digit sales declines in class 4-8 trucks in each of the past three years, even a projected 7
percent pickup this year to just under 213,000 vehicles will be the lowest one-year total since IHS Global Insight began tracking data in 1975. More
GM expects heavy-duty Silverado to appeal to work-truck buyers
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General Motors Co. is
rolling out a revamped heavy-duty version of the Chevrolet Silverado pickup that the largest U.S. automaker expects to sell to work-truck buyers as U.S. economy improves. The 2011 model is being unveiled today at the Chicago Auto Show and is slated to go on sale in the middle of this year, GM said in a statement. Changes include more towing capacity, better fuel economy and a stronger chassis, the automaker said. The styling for the truck is largely unchanged.
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Used truck volumes up; prices still lowest ever
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While the used truck market is seeing some strong improvement in demand and volumes, prices are at their lowest levels ever, according to Carl Heikel, president and CEO Arrow Truck Sales, and president of Volvo Used Truck Operations. Price levels are "probably the lowest I have ever seen in my life," Heikel says.
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Ford unveils new transit connect electric and taxi version
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Ford unveiled an electric version of its Transit Connect work van ahead of the Chicago Auto Show. The 2011 Transit
Connect Electric, which is expected to appear in fleets later this year, will offer a range of 80 miles per charge and a top speed of 75 miles per hour. The van is equipped with a 28 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack that recharges with a 240-volt outlet in six to eight hours. The Transit Connect Electric is also 120 volt compatible (though charge time is likely to be considerably longer). Ford says the battery pack should last the life of the vehicle.
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Green transportation: Greening your fleet
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While the effects of the recession have pushed many in the trucking industry to rein in spending on all but the essentials, it's a testament to the financial viability of the growing 'green' movement that while virtually every frill
has been left on the side of the road, green has survived. It comes down to one thing: there’s an undeniable return on investment.
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Job growth may not curb unemployment rate: White House
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A new White House economic
forecast showed the U.S. economy is set to start producing job growth this year at a rate of 95,000 per month, but that the unemployment rate will remain high.
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EIA: Diesel prices to reflect recovery in fuel demand
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In the February edition of its monthly Short-Term Energy Outlook, the DOE's Energy Information Administration slightly
lowered its expectation for diesel prices in 2010 and slightly raised its projection for 2011.
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U.K. van registrations down, trucks still sinking
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January registration data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders shows vans and trucks at 13,099 in January and down 34.5 percent to 219,450 for the rolling year. There were 1,553 trucks over 3.5 tonnes registered in the month, the lowest monthly total on record. The
rolling year total was down 40.6 percent to 33,263. Vans up to 3.5 tonnes fared a little better with 11,546 registered in the month. The rolling year total is down 33.2 percent to 186,187. "New van and truck registrations continue to reflect a weak economic recovery and businesses reluctant to commit to new investment," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. The slow start to the year leaves truck makers "very disappointed. It is extremely important that government uses the upcoming
Budget to encourage new investment in capital goods and help re-build business confidence."
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Unemployment rate falls to 9.7 percent in January
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The U.S. unemployment rate dropped to 9.7 percent in January, the lowest level since August, from 10 percent in December, the Labor Department said.
Employers trimmed payrolls by 20,000 jobs. Revisions showed that payrolls declined by 150,000 in December and gained 64,000 in November,
Labor said.
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$20 million in incentives for climate-friendly heavy-duty hybrids available online today
Business Wire
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A ground-breaking California project designed to stimulate the purchase and use of
medium- and heavy-duty hybrid trucks and buses has opened for business today at the website "CaliforniaHVIP.org." The Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP) was created by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) to help California truck and bus buyers to buy these advanced, low-emission vehicles by providing vouchers to directly reduce their cost. HVIP provides buyers with purchase vouchers ranging from $10,000 to $45,000 per eligible vehicle. However, vouchers are only
available on a first-come, first-served basis and buyers (fleets) are limited to no more than 100 vouchers each.
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A comprehensive and versatile rear view and monitoring system, a single power input adaptor powers the entire system. No permanent installation
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China Truck Group's January sales Jump 300 percent
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China National Heavy Duty Trunk
Group Co., that country's largest heavy truck producer, sold 16,653 vehicles in January, up more than 300 percent from a year earlier, Bloomberg reported.
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The NTEA Industry News Brief now available as an iPhone app
NTEA
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 NTEA understands the need to deliver timely, relevant industry news to its members and other professionals. In partnering with MultiBriefs to create the NTEA Industry News Brief, the association committed itself to delivering this news to members and other professionals. That partnership has now expanded to
provide another convenient avenue to receive this information. The NTEA Industry News Brief is now part of the new MultiBriefs app, now available for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch in the App Store.
Simply search "MultiBriefs" in the App Store and download the app free of charge. Once the MultiBriefs application is downloaded, you can add the NTEA feed from the "Automotive and Engineering" section. News is streamed into your iPhone or iPod Touch each week. And just like the
e-mail news brief you’ve become accustomed to, you may share articles with your colleagues via e-mail, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. You can even bookmark certain articles as favorites to revisit at a later date. As always, feedback is appreciated and is important to the success of the app. Feel free to rate the application in the App Store.
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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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One look at our MASTER Mechanic Series and Commander Series product lines will tell you everything you need to know about CASECO. Our QUALITY VALUE AND PRIDE shine through. A manufacturing partner that is as committed to your success as you are – CASECO. Come visit us in St. Louis and see the
CASECO difference.
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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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With lifting capacities ranging from 4,500 to 6,500 lbs., the PALFINGER CRAYLER truck-mounted forklift offers
exceptional power, speed and the maneuverability needed to deliver brick, block, lumber, wallboard and other materials to the worksite. PALFINGER CRAYLER truck-mounted forklifts: Designed to be better…built to PALFINGER standards!
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The IMT CAS35WG (Compressed Air System 35 CFM Welder/Generator) is a compact, hydraulic compressor/welder/generator designed to increase productivity and decrease
vehicle weight. Designed to mount on top of the service body’s left-front side pack, it saves space, allowing truck operators to enjoy more payload capacity on their mechanics trucks. 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. Dixie Signs & Decals, Inc.
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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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