Polaris Industries has completed the acquisition of TransAmerican Auto Parts (TAP), a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of off-road jeep and truck after market accessories for $665m. Polaris expects the TAP acquisition to contribute ...
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Bord Bia has launched an Irish beef promotion this month with the Maredo steakhouse chain, a major player in the German market. The Maredo publicity declares Irish beef to be “wholesome, juicy and Irish” and the month-long ...
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Polymer Logistics, a retail ready packaging company, has launched a 75,000ft2 logistics and distribution center in Porter County, Indiana, US. Located at 6750 Daniel Burnham Dr., Portage IN, the new facility will create more than 40 new ...
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German auto-maker Volkswagen has opened a new plant in Wrzesnia, Poland. Festive plant opening in Wrzesnia, Poland: about 1,000 guests from state authorities and business as well as representatives from the workforce and unions – ...
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Polaris Industries has entered into an agreement to acquire Transamerican Auto Parts (TAP), a manufacturer of off-road Jeep and truck accessories, for $665m. After adjusting for the $115m estimated net present value of future tax ...
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Continental Tire the Americas (CTA) announced a voluntary recall involving 14,567 passenger tires after discovering potential contamination to the belt package that occurred during the production process. This potential contamination may ...
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He practices nearly every day, honing his skills and aiming to be the best in his field. He’s won numerous competitions, most recently being crowned a national grand champion. But he’s not an athlete; he’s a truck ...
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Truck drivers are celebrating a major win over industry lobby group NatRoad in its bid to pay them less by seeking an exemption from rules in NSW setting minimum pay rates. The rules have been in place for over 30 years, bringing ...
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Heavy-duty truck manufacturer Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is collaborating with AT&T and Microsoft on new connectivity solutions. The collaborations intend to deliver further improvements to DTNA's Detroit Connect suite of ...
Natural rubber derived from dandelion roots is making its debut in truck and bus tyres and in components produced by Continental. The German manufacturer unveiled a number of products that contain this raw material at the IAA Commercial ...
Diesel engine manufacturer Cummins Inc. introduced a new range heavy-duty power, called the next-generation X Series. With the lineup expanded to three X engines, and ratings extending from 350 hp to 605 hp, this represents the broadest and ...
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America’s off-road truck leader, Ram has introduced the Ram Rebel TRX concept. Ripping over pavement at speeds greater than 100 mph is an experience, but the Ram Rebel TRX concept hits triple digits in an off-road environment with ...
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The ATA has released its contract checklist, which aims to help trucking businesses ensure their contracts are fair and legal. The checklist responds to the lengthening payment terms faced by trucking businesses, as well as concerns that ...
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On September 22, China leading commercial vehicle company, Dongfeng launched and held promotion event in Vietnam. This time, Dongfeng introduced six new vehicle models covered mid and long-haul transportation and construction vehicles, and ...
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BENTONVILLE, AR., Sept. 1, 2016 – From the smallest to the tallest, Walmart polled hundreds of kids to find out just what they will be including in their letters to Santa this year. Today, Walmart unveiled its annual top toy list, ...