Kenworth Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation and Excellence In 1923, a small truck manufacturer named Gerlinger Motor Car Works produced its first truck, which would eventually become the Kenworth brand we know today. Over the past century, Kenworth has built a reputation for quality, durability, and innovation that has made it one of the most […]
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A new bill has been introduced in the Connecticut General Assembly which proposes to significantly increase the punishment for commercial vehicle drivers who are caught using state parkways. The bill, if passed, would mean that drivers of commercial vehicles would face much harsher penalties than they currently do for violating these rules. The aim of
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During a Senate committee hearing on Wednesday, Chris Spear, the President and CEO of the American Trucking Associations, spoke about the need for the trucking industry to have achievable and practical national timelines and goals for reducing emissions. He emphasized that it was important for these targets to be set on a national level, rather
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Kenworth, a well-known heavy-duty truck manufacturer, will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. To mark this milestone, the company has planned a series of events and is set to release two special-edition trucks. Kenworth was established in 1923 by Harry W. Kent and Edgar K. Worthington, who incorporated the Gersix Motor Company as Kenworth.
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Two Florida universities are conducting a survey of truckers as part of efforts to identify safe truck parking during dangerous weather. The Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering at the University of Florida and the College of Engineering and Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University conducted a study to identify potential emergency parking locations throughout Florida
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The Michigan Department of Transportation, together with local authorities, are implementing spring weight restrictions as a yearly measure to safeguard the roads. The department stated that this action is essential. Effective at 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 13, weight restrictions will be imposed and enforced on all state trunkline highways from the Michigan/Indiana and Michigan/Ohio state
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Volvo Trucks had a record-breaking year globally in 2022, with market share increases in 41 countries and a new high in truck deliveries, totaling 145,195, a 19% increase from the previous year despite supply chain shortages. “We have had a fantastic year, considering the uncertain and difficult times we live in. Despite supply chain shortages
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