Sales Tax Exemption on Parts and Labor Pushed in Connecticut

HARTFORD, CT – The Truck Renting and Leasing Association (TRALA) is supporting the passage of legislation in Connecticut that would exempt maintenance and repair costs on trucks over 26,000 pounds from sales tax.

ASE/NAFA Alliance Advances Automotive Certification and Professionalism

U.S. DOT and EPA Lower Gas Mileage Targets

NHTSA and the EPA will increase the stringency of corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) and CO2 emissions standards by 1.5% each year through model-year 2026, as compared with previous standards that would have required about 5% annual increases.

Geotab and Bridgestone Collaborate to Revolutionize Fleet Data Insights

By combining forces, Bridgestone and Geotab are set to create a robust fleet mobility ecosystem that leverages data insights and AI to boost efficiency, reduce emissions, and drive performance outcomes for commercial fleets.

Ford Outlines EV, Tech and Customer Growth Strategy

The company plans to strengthen three areas of operations as it further defines its future as a global automaker.

Volkswagen and Google Team for New Navigation System

Although a bit controversial, Google Earth will enable drivers to get a bird's eye view of the road.

A Million and Counting: Toyota Texas Produces 1 Millionth Truck

The 2,800 team members at Toyota Texas, on the city’s South Side, celebrated the milestone of assembling the plant’s 1 millionth truck on Sept. 18 – a Sunset Bronze Mica colored, 1794 Edition Tundra.

Pricing for the TRD Pro Series Tacoma and 4Runner Released

The Tacoma TRD Pro Series will reach dealerships in early August, while the 4Runner TRD Pro will arrive one month later in early September. The Tundra TRD Pro will arrive this fall.

Lift and Access Magazine Announces Winners of 2015 LLEAP Awards

Lift and Access magazine announced their 2015 Lifting Equipment and Aerial Platforms (LLEAP) award winners, with Gold winners including companies like Altec, Terex Utilities and Manitou.