Jul 02, 2008
ASTM Approves New Biodiesel Blend Specifications
VANCOUVER, B.C. – The ASTM International D02 Main Committee approved a trio of long-awaited ASTM specifications for biodiesel blends. full story

Jul 02, 2008
NTEA Holds Annual New Model Truck Product Conference, Sept. 29–Oct. 1
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI – Take a glimpse at the line-up of leading chassis manufacturers who will be previewing new trucks and truck product offerings at the National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) New Model Truck Product Conference (TPC). full story

Jul 02, 2008
DiamondBack Introduces the New Diamondback-X Cover With Line-X Xtra Protective Coating
PHILIPSBURG, PA – DiamondBack Truck Covers has introduced the new DiamondBack-X cover in cooperation with LINE-X Protective Coatings. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Dodge Announces Improved Fuel Economy and Best-in-Class Horsepower (390) and Torque (407 lb.-ft.) for All-new 2009 Dodge Ram
CHELSEA, MI – Powertrain choices in all-new 2009 Dodge Ram models will offer improved fuel economy plus more power, torque, and refinement than ever before. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Kenworth Environmental Programs Site Features Industry-Leading Technology Products
KIRKLAND, WA – The new Kenworth Environmental Programs Web site www.kenworth.com/environmental.asp offers customers a convenient way to learn about Kenworth’s green products and initiatives. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Navistar's Subsidiary to Offer Qualcomm Mobile Information System in Mexico
CHICAGO - Navistar has partnered with Corporacion Nacional del Radiodeterminacion to offer the OmniTRACS mobile communications system to the Mexico market via its subsidiary, Camiones y Motores Internacional de Mexico and its dealer network. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Testing of Electric Truck for Los Angeles Port Sparks Enthusiasm
LOS ANGELES – The Port of Los Angeles views a 30-ton prototype vehicle it has had in service since January as a forerunner of a fleet of electric trucks to serve terminals and rail yards. full story

Jul 02, 2008
New Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 Motor Oil Offers Improved Protection
HOUSTON – Shell has introduced Shell Rotella T Synthetic 5W-40 motor oil, which offers improvements in wear protection, soot control, deposit control, heat resistance, and protection in extreme climates. full story

Jul 02, 2008
International LoneStar Earns EPA SmartWay Certification for Fuel Efficiency, Emissions Reduction
WARRENVILLE, IL – LoneStar, introduced in February as the first fuel-efficient Advanced Classic big-rig truck has been certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a SmartWay truck. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Navistar CFO Assumes New Role as Chief Risk Officer; Treasurer Steps Up to CFO Post
WARRENVILLE, IL – With its strategic focus on global growth, Navistar International Corporation has established the role of chief risk officer to proactively manage risk and strengthen internal controls. full story

Jul 02, 2008
Diesel/Electric Trucks Drawing Attention
KNOXVILLE, TN – MHC Kenworth-Knoxville held an open house last Tuesday to show off a type of diesel/electric medium-duty truck it plans to stock, drawing a crowd of about 20-30 people representing several businesses and some local governments. full story