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Fuelby StaffJuly 30, 2008

UPS Takes a Hit from Soaring Fuel

ATLANTA – On Jul. 22 United Parcel Service (GPS) reported an in-line profit that was hit by fuel costs and a weak U.S. economy, but the package delivery company’s shares rose more than three percent as analysts said it was performing well despite multiple challenges.

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Fuelby StaffJuly 30, 2008

Transfer Flow Introduces 50-Gallon Refueling Tank for Domestic and Imported Full-Size Trucks

CHICO, CA – Transfer Flow’s new 50-gallon Refueling Tank is capable of safely transport gasoline, diesel, ethanol, methanol, or kerosene.

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Technology & AIby StaffJuly 30, 2008

Habermann Named Telematics Product Manager for Thermo King

MINNEAPOLIS – John Habermann has been named Telematics product manager for Thermo King Corporation, responsible for leading strategic business development, sales, and marketing for Thermo King’s telematics business.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 30, 2008

UPS Driver Gets Special, Final Delivery

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL – Jeff Hornagold loved being a UPS driver. So when the suburban Chicago man died this week of lung cancer, longtime co-worker Michael McGowan agreed to take him on one last delivery.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 30, 2008

Tom Rozuk of Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions Named TRALA 2009 Annual Meeting Chairman

ALEXANDRIA, VA – The Truck Renting and Leasing Association (TRALA) has announced that Tom Rozuk, manager, National Fleet Sales for Bridgestone Bandag Tire Solutions (BBTS) has been selected to serve as TRALA’s 2009 Annual Meeting Chairman.

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Fuelby StaffJuly 30, 2008

New York State Motor Truck Association Said Proposed State Rule Will Waste Fuel, Add to Inflation

ALBANY, NY – Excessive state taxation and regulation are increasing the cost of everything that trucks transport.

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Green Fleetby StaffJuly 30, 2008

Raser Developing 100 MPG Plug-in Hybrid Light Truck for Initial Release to Utility and Government Fleets

PROVO, UTAH – Raser Technologies is developing a 100 mile per gallon (mpg) light truck in addition to a 100 mpg SUV.

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Maintenance & Uptimeby StaffJuly 30, 2008

Stertil-Koni Announces Strategic Acquisition of ALM Corporation and Fleet America Service Technology

STEVENSVILLE, MD – Stertil-Koni USA, a provider of heavy-duty lifts to the vehicle maintenance industry, formally announced the completion of two key acquisitions.

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Small Fleetby StaffJuly 29, 2008

Wheels, Inc. Hosts First Fleet Summit

DES PLAINES, IL – Wheels, Inc. hosted its first Fleet Summit, "Driving Thoughtful Fleet Solutions," last week in Arlington Heights, Ill.

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Small Fleetby StaffJuly 24, 2008

Bill Calls for 6-Cent Temporary Reduction in Federal Diesel Fuel Tax

HR 6487, the “Diesel Parity Act,” would temporarily reduce the diesel fuel tax.

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