LONG BEACH, CA. Kenworth Truck Co. is developing a Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell tractor for use at Southern California ports.
The truck manufacturer said at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo the T680 day cab model will be ready for initial testing before the end of 2017.
read more
...Read the rest of this storyPresident: Dave Letts
Company: Transport Finishes Inc.
Operation: A sandblasting, body work, fiberglass repair, and paint shop for heavy-duty trucks and trailers located in East Hazel Crest, IL
When it comes to refurbishing trailers, Dave Letts says that corrosion problems strike the same areas over and over again largely due to the operating conditions every trucking company must deal with.
read more
...Read the rest of this storyFor fleets seeking fuel cost savings through improved trailer aerodynamics, side skirts and other devices are now a proven approach. There are also a growing number of options available for streamlining airflow at the rear of trailers.
read more
...Read the rest of this storySelecTrucks recently announced a new discount program for military veterans at 24 SelecTrucks Centers throughout the United States and Canada.
In support of “Hiring our Heroes,” veterans of the United States and Canadian military are now eligible to receive a discount of up to $3,500 on qualifying vehicle purchases through the Proud to Serve Veterans Discount. The discount program runs through Dec. 31, 2017. In order to use this discount program, customers must provide documentation to prove military service.
read more
...Read the rest of this story
Oil prices gave up early gains on Monday, as the market weighed news from OPEC and other producers about prolonging output cuts against data showing the recovery in U.S. drilling had extended for a year. U.S. light crude was also little moved at $46.28 a barrel, down from a intra-day high of $46.98. OPEC meets on May 25 when it is expected to discuss extending the cuts to the end of 2017, although analysts say a further six-month extension may not be enough.
The largest global banks in London plan to move about 9,000 jobs to the continent in the next two years, public statements and information from sources shows, as the exodus of finance jobs starts to take shape. Last week Standard Chartered and JPMorgan were the latest global banks to outline plans for their European operations after Brexit.
The Berkshire Hathaway CEO tells CNBC it's "amazing" how Apple has resonated with consumers.
