Volvo Offers Early Look at Redesigned VNL
DUBLIN, Va. — Volvo Trucks North America offered media a sneak preview of its redesigned VNL Class 8 tractor during a ride-and-drive event at its customer center.
Werner Appoints Meisgeier as Its Next President
Company veteran Nathan Meisgeier joined Omaha, Neb.-based Werner Enterprises Inc. in 2005 and was promoted to the carrier's general counsel in 2016.
Volvo Charts Customer-Focused Path for Zero-Emission Goals
GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Leaders from Volvo Trucks said they’re taking a customer-focused approach to achieving corporate goals for reduction of carbon emissions.
Daimler Truck CFO Jochen Goetz Dies at 52
Jochen Goetz, the chief financial officer of Daimler Truck who is credited with its successful spinoff from the automotive giant that makes the Mercedes-Benz, died Aug. 5 at the age of 52.
Schneider Acquires M&M Transport
Schneider National Inc. announced that it is acquiring dedicated contract carrier M&M Transport Services.
Daimler Cites Flexibility as Key to Zero-Emission Future
BOSTON — Daimler Truck CEO Martin Daum said flexibility is the key to his company’s preparation for the zero-emission future that is broadly envisioned for trucking.
Daimler Stresses ‘Transition’ to Green Energy
BOSTON — Daimler Truck during a Capital Market Day event recommitted to its ambitions for expansion of alternative fuels, stressing that diesel will remain an important part of the mix.
Daimler Truck Increases Full-Year Guidance
BOSTON — Daimler Truck is updating its sales and financial guidance for the year and launching a share buyback program, moves the company said are buoyed by its business momentum.
Mack Trucks Showcases Upgraded Experience Center
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks has opened the doors to its renovated Mack Experience Center, complete with an updated test track, redesigned meeting space and a renovated vehicle showroom.
Peterbilt Unveils Model 589
FORT WORTH, Texas — Peterbilt Motors Co. introduced its new Model 589 truck during an event at Texas Motor Speedway that included customers, dealers and media.