May 14, 2008
Sterling Introduces its First Natural Gas-Powered Vehicle
LAS VEGAS – Sterling Truck Corporation has rolled out a new natural gas (NG)-fueled tractor. The Sterling Set-Back 113 fueled with Natural Gas is ideal for port operations, as well as natural gas utilities and municipalities. full story

May 14, 2008
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute Industry Excellence Awards Announced
LAS VEGAS – Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) recognized outstanding leadership in the alternative fuels and vehicles industry as part of the opening day of the 14th Alternative Fuels & Vehicles Conference + Expo 2008. full story

May 14, 2008
Goodyear Launches New Long-Wearing Kelly Regional Tire
AKRON, OHIO – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has introduced a new Kelly Armorsteel KRH regional tire for pickup and delivery and school buses. full story

May 14, 2008
Freightliner Trucks Offers 4.5 Percent Financing on All Variations of the Cascadia
PORTLAND, OR – Freightliner Trucks, in conjunction with Daimler Truck Financial, is offering an industry low of 4.5 percent financing on all variations of the Freightliner Cascadia in the U.S. Market. full story

May 14, 2008
Navistar Releases Over-the-Road and Wind Tunnel Testing Results of International ProStar
WARRENVILLE, IL – Navistar has released results of extensive testing confirming that the International ProStar is the most aerodynamic and fuel-efficient Class 8 truck on the road. full story

May 14, 2008
Durham Introduces a New Series of Three-Sided Trucks
DURHAM, CT – Durham Manufacturing, has introduced a new series of three-sided trucks. One of the series is without shelves, a second has one adjustable shelf, a third has two adjustable shelves, and a fourth has three adjustable shelves. full story

May 14, 2008
Arkansas Wants to Turn Jobless Into Truck Drivers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe has announced a new pilot initiative to train displaced workers and other eligible unemployed Arkansans as truck drivers. full story

May 14, 2008
Kinedyne Offers Road Safety Advice
TORONTO – Dodging potholes, debris, and loose cargo from truck beds and trailers can cause major accidents. Steadymate by Kinedyne gives advice on how to use tie-down and cargo equipment the right way. full story

May 14, 2008
Second Training Trailer to Help Meet Demand
MIDDLESEX, U.K.- Autocar’s original classroom on wheels has been an unqualified success. In 2007, it provided training to more than 800 technicians in over 300 locations, from New England to the West Coast. full story

May 14, 2008
International Dealer Network’s Top Technicians Compete at Rodeo
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL – In a head-to-head, hands-on test of their technical skill and speed, eight of the top service technicians in the International dealer network will compete to determine who is the best of the best at the second annual Navistar Service-Technician Rodeo on May 14. full story