TRUCKS, PARTS, SERVICE ™ Staff (TPS)IndicatorsClass 8 orders lower in April in expected drop"WIth the long bottom in freight volumes and rates continuing in the most recent data from DAT and lingering market overcapacity, carrier profitability as illustrated by the publicly traded for-hires carriers' financial performance was dismal in Q1."May 3, 2024WorkforceWho’s in the news: Our weekly trucking employment reportThe following employment announcements were made in the trucking industry the week of April 28, 2024.May 3, 2024Supplier UpdatesCMA, Double Coin debut dealer portal“We are confident the new portal will streamline customer’s operations, save time, and ultimately contribute to their business growth,” says Aaron Murphy, senior vice president at CMA/Double Coin.May 2, 2024Outlook and BenchmarkingCummins announces first quarter earnings“We continued to see strong demand from customers in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting the quality and performance of our products,” says Jennifer Rumsey, Cummins chair and CEO.May 2, 2024Supplier UpdatesPrestolite enhances e-catalog, online sales resourcesPrestolite announces its rotating electrical product lookup and e-catalog has been enhanced to facilitate even faster parts lookups and include deeper interchange information.May 2, 2024Trucks & TrailersSoftening Class 8 market weakened truck sales in Q1"Still, we expect a solid year for commercial truck sales, even though the total truck market is likely to see an overall sales decline from 2023," states NADA Chief Economist Patrick Manzi.May 2, 2024Business operationsKarmak CEO joins Trucks Roll podcast with Tom WiersIn the latest episode of the Trucks Roll Podcast, Tom Wiers, CEO of Wiers, sat down with Karmak CEO Jim Allen to discuss their long-term partnership and the future of the heavy-duty industry.May 2, 2024Health & wellnessWabash plants win safety awardsWabash has earned two 2023 Plant Safety Awards from the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association.May 1, 2024FinanceJasper announces another ESOP milestone for associatesAssociate-Owner Shareholders of Jasper Holdings' Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) were presented with some outstanding news Tuesday when Chairman and CEO Doug Bawel the company reached another all-time record price.May 1, 2024Technician trainingNavistar recognizes top techs at Service Solutions ExpoAs part of its efforts to continue its commitment to recognizing technician excellence, Navistar recognized two dealer technicians at its Top Team competition during the company’s 2024 Service Solutions Expo last week in Kissimmee, Fla.May 1, 2024Page 1 of 1430Next PageTop StoriesService and repairHow Navistar's 'Digital Dealer' could revolutionize service operationsDuring its recent 2024 Service Solutions Expo, Navistar’s leadership shared its progress toward delivering a best-in-class experience focused on consistency and increased uptime for customers across its expansive North American dealer network.InsuranceClear communication essential when working with insurersOutlook and BenchmarkingGlobal shipping disruptions likely to continueOutlook and BenchmarkingKarl Rove looks into past for insights on 2024 election cycleFeatured SponsorMaster Tech Recruitment and Retention