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Fort Dodge, IA - Truckers Choice is pleased to announce a joint marketing effort with Bully Dog Technologies. Bully Dog Technologies, based in American Falls, Idaho produces products for the Cat, Cummins and Detroit engines, providing additional horsepower and economy. Bully Dog is a market leader in the light duty aftermarket and is on the leading edge of development on aftermarket products for the big rig market. The aftermarket big rig market is a relatively new market for Bully Dog and its big rig dealers, having officially entered the big rig market in 2008 at the Mid America Truck show. Truckers
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The publication is distributed to within 21 states to 900 truck stops. Trucker Charity Inc. would like to remind you that we will be in Booth #17137 for the 2010 GATS show in Dallas. We will have live music, free items with a donation and even photo opportunities for company's to make their tax free 2010 contribution to our 501c3 charity. 100% of monies donated goes directly to the drivers in need, none of the donated money is used for marketing and all of the officers and booth workers are volunteers. Trucker Charity Inc. is going to be at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas, TX August 26-28, 2010. They will be in Booth #17137. Make sure you stop by and see them and meet Singer and Songwriter Terry Wooley. He will be playing liv...e music at the booth throughout the day and make sure to pick up a copy of his latest album Highway Fever. A portion of every album purchase is contributed to Trucker Charity Inc. Trucker Charity Inc. also will have on display and free with specified donation Charge Air Cooler Testers. Also make sure you stop by and check out their friends at Trinautica's newest product Truck Alert. Plus Sue Weise from Operation Roger will be at their booth make sure you stop by and say "Hi" and see what Operation Rogers is all about!They will also have on display some of their supporters fine American made products and will be giving them away throughout the day. Make sure you bring all your change for the new Trucker Charity Inc wishing well! Trucker
Charity Inc. is a 501(c)(3) and all donations are tax deductible.
Trucker Charity was founded in October 2009 by a group of truck drivers
who saw a need in the industry for a charity that helped the stranded
truck drivers we have all seen at the truck stops get home. Their motto
is "Get them safe, get them fed, get them home."
Rensselaer, IN - Talbert Manufacturing, a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, announces its newly designed 75-Ton Double Schnabel Trailer which is engineered to deliver greater safety, stability and ease of transport to the wind energy industry, and can also be converted (with optional components) for use in heavy haul construction transport. Units are also available in single and multiple combinations for wind towers. Importantly, Talbert Double Schnabel Trailers are self-sustaining and self-loading with hydraulic-lift capabilities that eliminate the need for cranes during load or unload. Talbert Double Schnabel Trailers feature a 13-axle hauling configuration designed for two hauling applications – either an 80-meter wind tower base, or a wind tower mid-section. The main upper-front and rear goosenecks are standard HRG style, and pinned in place on a column-style hydraulic Schnabel tower. The lower rear of the tower is equipped with two removable banana-style flange adapter plates for two tower sections. Units are equipped with both mechanical and remote rear steer capability. Note that with optional HRG base sections and a 30-foot deck, the unit can be converted to haul construction and industrial equipment loads up to 75 tons. “Versus conventional alternatives, our Double Schnabel Trailers provide enhanced safety and stability during transport due to a wider (8-foot) interface area for the load at the top. Traditional units offer a significantly smaller interface area which may lead to potential damage to the tower,” says Talbert engineer Clarence Schubach, who also explains that the interface area on the Talbert trailer is covered with a UHMW (an ultra-high molecular weight plastic) material which will prevent abrasion resistance against the tower. For ease of operator use and added safety, the upper Talbert “power tower” is equipped with removable and adjustable upper guide tubes which minimize any rolling of the tower section during transport; and all Talbert Schnabel and power tower main hydraulic and air operated controls are on the side of the gooseneck. The operator does not have to climb on the unit to engage lock pins. The front Talbert Schnabel gooseneck is attached to a 3-axle jeep dolly with a 60-inch sliding 5th wheel to assist with the proper load distribution. The rear Talbert Schnabel gooseneck is attached to a 6-axle rear steer dolly that is rated for a 120,000 lb. load. This steer dolly is extremely versatile and can be used in alternate trailer configurations depending on load requirements. For example, on the Schnabel, it comes equipped with a hydraulic power tower that provides an additional 10-inches of lift. For other configurations, it can be fitted with an optional pin-on bolster platform, attached to the top of the power tower, for hauling bridge beams. All 6 axles on the Talbert steer dolly are 10-feet-0-inches wide for increased roll stability and safety. The front 3 axles are fixed and non steerable. The rear 3 axles are designed for progressive steering as axle #6 will steer the maximum of 30 degrees. The unit can also be adjusted to steer faster or slower depending on the length of tower section being transported. “With the major growth of the wind energy market throughout the U.S. and Canada, our newly-designed Double Schnabel Trailers will enable haulers to cost-effectively serve the industry. Our dealers and seasoned sales and engineering professionals are available to assist haulers in entering the wind energy transportation sector,” says Greg D. Smith, vice president of sales and marketing for Talbert Manufacturing. Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232, or email sales@talbertmfg.com
"I am excited about this order and what it means to our customers and associates," said Wayne Wise, chief executive officer and president for Western Express. "This continues our commitment to going green, reducing our carbon footprint, and the EPA SmartWay program. We delayed our purchase of new tractors in anticipation of this new technology." The order entails a three-year agreement covering nearly 2,800 trucks and will make Western Express predominantly an all-Freightliner vehicle fleet, Wise added. The aerodynamic Cascadia was specially designed to incorporate EPA 2010 emission engines, and the DD15 engine was built for BlueTec. BlueTec Detroit Diesel¹s proven solution for meeting the 2010 EPA emissions standards can provide up to 5 percent better fuel economy compared to the impressive DD15 EPA 2007. "With the powerful combination of the Freightliner Cascadia and BlueTec-equipped DD15, customers like Western Express know that we can provide a complete and effective solution for EPA 2010 that will keep them running smart at every turn," said Melissa Clausen, director of product marketing for Freightliner Trucks. For more information on Freightliner Trucks, go to www.FreightlinerTrucks.com. Freightliner Trucks is a division of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and is the leading heavy-duty truck manufacturer in North America. Daimler Trucks North America produces and markets Class 4-8 trucks and is a Daimler company, the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
Kansas
City, MO - Arrow Truck Sales, Inc., the leading Clough
began his career with White Motor Company in 1980 and later Arrow
is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Founded in April, Arrow
Truck Sales, Inc. is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world's
Rensselaer, IN - Talbert Manufacturing, Inc., a leader in the specialty-built trailer and transport system industry, has announced the addition of DeCleene Trailer Sales to the Talbert dealer network. DeCleene and its five locations will increase Talbert’s exposure and support within central and northern Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. “Adding a respected company such as DeCleene to our dealer network reflects Talbert’s market share growth,” says Greg D. Smith, vice president of sales & marketing for Talbert. “Our partnership with DeCleene sends a strong message to customers that Talbert and our dealers are the best in the heavy haul transportation market today.” For more information on any of the five DeCleene locations, visit www.decleene.com or call (920)-339-9399. Founded in 1938, Talbert Manufacturing provides the most complete line of heavy haul trailers and specialized transportation equipment for the commercial, industrial, military and government sectors; and in applications that include renewable energy, aerospace, heavy construction, in-plant material handling, manufacturing and processing systems, and much more. For more information, visit www.talbertmfg.com or call (800)348-5232; or email sales@talbertmfg.com
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Scott Kress has been named vice president sales, reporting to Ron Huibers. Kress has more than 30 years of industry experience with several original equipment manufacturers, many of which have been spent working with major North American trucking fleets. He joined Volvo Trucks North America in 2002 and served most recently as senior vice president sales and marketing. Russ Tedder has been named senior vice president truck remarketing, reporting to President and CEO Denny Slagle. Tedder has more than 30 years of industry experience, working on both the OEM and carrier sides of the business. He joined Volvo Trucks North America in 1986, and served most recently as vice president fleet sales. Volvo Trucks North America¹s operations and products are guided by the company's three core values: Safety, Quality and Environmental Care. The Volvo VN and VHD trucks are assembled in the United States at the New River Valley Plant in Dublin, Virginia, while Volvo engines for North America are assembled in Hagerstown, Maryland. Both plants are certified to ISO14001 environmental and ISO9001 quality standards. Volvo Trucks North America is part of the Volvo Group, one of the world's leading manufacturers of trucks, buses and construction equipment, drive systems for marine and industrial applications, aerospace components and services, and one of the world's leading producers of heavy-diesel engines (9-16 liter). The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, which employs about 96,000 people, has production facilities in 19 countries and sells their products in more than 180 markets. Volvo Group sales for 2009 amounted to approximately $29 billion. The Volvo Group is a publicly-held company headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Shares are listed on Nasdaq OMX Nordic Exchange and are traded OTC in the U.S. For further
information, please contact Jim McNamara, Volvo Trucks North America,
phone 336-393-2143, email:james.mcnamara@volvo.com
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Crystal Clear Method for Saving Fuel The vehicle
accessory company has been manufacturing a different version of aerodynamic
cover for over fifteen years, but during the early days it was primarily
purchased for visual styling and appearance. Most of the first disc-like
covers were brightly polished stainless steel. However, as large fleets
became aware of the enormous cost-saving benefits, other challenges
arose. “We quickly found that the large fleets had some specific
needs.” Explained RWC Vice President, Jhan Dolphin “Most
of the fleets we spoke with required a visual inspection of the wheel
lugs and axle hub by drivers before starting any trip. It would be inefficient
to have them remove wheel covers each day, so we created our same design
from a perfectly clear polycarbonate, lexan material. This new style,
not only looks great, but solves the inspection challenge and saves
fuel.” The clear polycarbonate material is the same used for producing
clear snowplows, and has been proven to be extremely durable and scratch
resistant. So, while the accounting departments of large truck fleets
are taking notice of the fuel savings, their marketing departments are
getting creative with the various image or logo possibilities. Imagine
adding a 12” company logo or product image to every wheel in their
fleet. There’s no argument that saving fuel and money will be
the primary reason for fleets to go with the RWC Aero-Clear wheels covers,
but those who understand the importance of continuous marketing and
brand-impressions, will no doubt be adding their logo to the center
of each cover. RealWheels has spent over thirty years making vehicles
look better, and now suddenly finds that their newest product appeals
to those customers concerned with the bottom line, just as much as it
does a custom show rig.
In the 50s and 60s, the company did well, primarily wholesaling trucks. By the early 70s, business had expanded rapidly. Current headquarters in Kansas City, MO was built in 1977. In the early 1980s, the federal government deregulated trucking lines which led to a major shakeout in the industry, providing another huge boost to the company's wholesale business. Entry into the retail business took place in the 1980s, and the first retail store opened in Atlanta, GA in 1984. In 1990, Arrow launched its own finance company, Transport Funding. The Volvo Group purchased 50% ownership of the company in November, 1998 and completed acquisition in January 2001. Carl Heikel was named CEO and President in 2004, and continues in that role today. In February of this year, founder Jerry Nerman celebrated his 90th birthday and announced that he was retiring after 60 years. Asked why he was now retiring, Jerry quipped "to pursue other interests," which includes dedicating more time to his vast, contemporary art collection and being more involved with the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art on the Johnson County Community College campus in Overland Park, KS. Among Jerry's many accomplishments in the trucking industry is helping to found the Used Truck Association (UTA). "It¹s truly amazing, and even a bit humbling, to realize where Arrow started as a company, and see where we are today," commented Carl Heikel, President & CEO. "Our success and growth through the years is a direct reflection of our dedicated people, quality products, exceptional customer satisfaction and perseverance in an extremely competitive industry." Carl added, "Ironically, Volvo was founded in the same month as Arrow, although just 23 years earlier April, 1927." To celebrate this important milestone, a number of corporate and branch events will take place, including customer and vendor appreciation events this summer in Arrow's headquarters town of Kansas City. Special finance and promotional programs are also being developed to celebrate the momentous event. The Volvo Group is one of the world's leading manufacturers of trucks, buses and construction equipment, drive systems for marine and industrial applications, aerospace components and services, and is one of the world's leading producers of heavy-diesel engines (9-16 liter). The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, which employs about 96,000 people, has production facilities in 19 countries and sells their products in more than 180 markets. Volvo Group sales for 2009 amounted to approx. 29 BUSD. The Volvo Group is a publicly-held company headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Nordic Exchange and are traded OTC in the US Halvorsen
has 15 years in the LIVE FLOOR™ conveyor industry and over 10
years in the trailer industry. “I am very pleased that the day
to day management of the company is in such capable dedicated hands,”
says Mike Almond, Chairman of Hallco Industries.
www.hallcoind.com Bosselmans acquires 15 Flying J Shops
Adding
these 15 facilities to the Bosselman operations brings a total of 25
Boss Shops in 18 states, making it one of the nation's largest service
center chains. Current
Boss Shops locations include: Grand Island, North Platte, and BigSprings,
Nebraska; Rapid City and Sioux Falls, South Dakota; Altoona, Iowa; Services
offered at Boss Shops include tires, quick lube oil changes, and We've
Gone Green!
Women In Trucking night at LA Sparks FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Plover,
WI: If you follow women's basketball you'll know that Lisa Leslie
credits her mom, Christine Leslie-Espinoza, as being her role Christine
Leslie-Espinoza will be honored alongside her daughter on Women In
Trucking Association was established to encourage the You can
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"We're
working to broaden our footprint across the country in the truck repair
business," said Chuck Bosselman, president of Bosselman, Inc. "This
addition of more shops in our network will greatly benefit both existing
and new customers. The trucking industry is constantly looking for repair
facilities that they can trust to do their over-the-road work for them,
and after 61 years in this industry, Boss Shops are targeting that need
through quality service and competitive pricing."
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