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News•December 16, 2008

Mitsubishi Fuso Consolidates North American Operations

KAWASAKI, JAPAN – Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), a commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced it is consolidating North American operations at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America (MFTA), Logan Township, N.J.

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News•December 11, 2008

Auto Industry Rescue Plan Dies in Senate

The Associated Press reported late Thursday night that bipartisan negotiations in Senate on a Republican version of the House-passed automotive industry bailout plan fell apart after the United Auto Workers balked at demands for dramatic wage cuts.

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News•December 10, 2008

ZAP Delivers New Four-Wheel Electric Truck

SANTA ROSA, CA – Electric car pioneer ZAP has introduced its four-wheel ZAP Truck XL. The new addition to ZAP’s line offers an 800 pound payload.

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News•December 10, 2008

Kenworth to Cut Washington Production, Lay Off 400

RENTON, WA – Kenworth Truck Co. will scale back most of its truck production at its Renton, Wash., plant and lay off more than 400 workers as sales slump.

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News•December 10, 2008

Daimler Said Truck-Market Slump in U.S. May Last Eight Years

STUTTGART, GERMANY – Daimler AG has predicted that the U.S. market for heavy-duty vehicles won’t rebound to the peak sales levels of 2006 for at least five years.

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News•December 10, 2008

Toyota Announces Prices for 2009 Tundra Full-Size Pickup

TORRANCE, CA – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., has announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the 2009 Tundra full-size pickup truck, reflecting an overall average increase of $109 (0.4 percent) on all Tundra models.

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News•December 4, 2008

<i>Work Truck</i> Offering Free Webinar on Managing Truck Fleet Next Wednesday

TORRANCE, CA – Are you managing your truck fleet effectively? Sign up now for Work Truck magazine's free, 60-minute Web seminar next Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. PST.

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News•December 3, 2008

Monroe Brakes Line Now Includes Extensive Air Disc Brake Coverage for Trucks

MONROE, MI – Tenneco Inc. has introduced Monroe Dynamics disc brake pads and shoes, which covering the latest air disc brake systems from Workhorse, Knorr Bremse, Meritor Wabco, and other manufacturers.

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News•December 3, 2008

With a Transfer Flow’s 50-Gallon Auxiliary Fuel Tank System Extends Truck Range

CHICO, CA - According to Transfer Flow, Inc., its 50-gallon auxiliary fuel tank helps trucks increase their range and save money at the pumps.

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News•December 3, 2008

Navistar Moves Beyond Traditional Markets With New Global Initiatives

WARRENVILLE, IL – Navistar International Corp has expanded its global product lineup and dealer network and added to its portfolio of military contracts.

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