Western Star Trucks

Stoneridge Elects Carsten J. Reinhardt to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Original equipment manufacturer, University of Hertfordshire, NYSE, SRI, Engineering, University, Voith turbo transmissions, Esslingen University of Applied Sciences, Detroit Diesel, Freightliner, Daimler Truck North America, Management, Western Star Trucks, Stoneridge Investment Partners v. Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

Prior to that Reinhardt served as COO of Meritor Inc. and as President of Meritor's Commercial Vehicle Division.

Key Points: 
  • Prior to that Reinhardt served as COO of Meritor Inc. and as President of Meritor's Commercial Vehicle Division.
  • Reinhardt serves as the vice chairman of the board for Grundfos Holding A/S, a leading global pump and water solutions company.
  • In conjunction with the election of Reinhardt to the board of directors, the Board size was increased to 9 members.
  • Stoneridge recently announced a continued board refreshment plan to attract the necessary talent to impact and accelerate the Company's transformation.

Allison Transmission Represented in Three of Every Four Trucks Showcased at World of Concrete

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Thursday, February 16, 2023
Trucking, Construction & Property, Automotive, General Automotive, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Off-Road Trucks & SUVs, Other Construction & Property, Western Star Trucks, Construction, World of Concrete, Allison, Allison Transmission, Original equipment manufacturer, How to Get Tough About It, Concrete, News America Marketing, Continual power system, Rail transport

Allison Transmission was well represented at the World of Concrete, a premier tradeshow for the construction and masonry industries, which took place January 17-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Key Points: 
  • Allison Transmission was well represented at the World of Concrete, a premier tradeshow for the construction and masonry industries, which took place January 17-19 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • Three out of every four trucks exhibited at the show were equipped with Allison fully automatic transmissions.
  • “Allison’s commanding presence at World of Concrete is representative of the increased market share of Allison fully automatic transmissions in the construction industry over manual and automated manual transmissions,” said Molly Doyle, Director, Americas Marketing, Allison Transmission.
  • Participants could choose their desired truck to compete in the drive challenge with the goal of earning a top score.

KUS Granted the Master of Quality Supplier Award by DTNA

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
Gauge (instrument), Multimedia, Header, Business development, Industry, KUS, Daimler, Partnership, Daimler Trucks North America, DTNA, Technology, Communications satellite, Western Star Trucks, Freightliner

DAVIE, Fla., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KUS Americas, Inc. , a leading supplier of Marine, Vehicle, and Industrial was granted the 2020 Master of Quality Supplier Award by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) in 2021.This is the second year in a row that KUS has been recognized as the Master of Quality Supplier by DTNA.

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  • DAVIE, Fla., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KUS Americas, Inc. , a leading supplier of Marine, Vehicle, and Industrial was granted the 2020 Master of Quality Supplier Award by Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) in 2021.This is the second year in a row that KUS has been recognized as the Master of Quality Supplier by DTNA.
  • "The award honors the top components and service suppliers to Freightliner and Western Star Trucks.
  • The award-winning suppliers demonstrate dedication to continuous improvement of the quality of their products, support to DTNA and overall performance," according to DTNA.
  • Aaron Irvin Director of Sales and Business Development (KUS Americas, Inc.)said, 'KUS is very pleased to announce that we have been awarded the Daimler Master of Quality award for the second consecutive year.

Western Star Introduces the Next Generation of Tough with All-New 49X

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Daimler Trucks North America, Freightliner Trucks, Western Star Trucks, Companies, Daimler AG, Daimler, Freightliner, Truck, Thomas Built Buses, Western Star, Economy of the United States, Automotive industry

"With the 49X, Western Star delivers on our promise of tough, while introducing segment-first safety features, an operator-focused experience and easier upfit solutions that will keep our customers' businesses running smoothly."

Key Points: 
  • "With the 49X, Western Star delivers on our promise of tough, while introducing segment-first safety features, an operator-focused experience and easier upfit solutions that will keep our customers' businesses running smoothly."
  • The clean-sheet design of the Western Star 49X enables total weight savings of over 350 pounds in like-for-like spec'ing versus the current Western Star 4900 and that weight savings starts with an all-new vocational frame.
  • The all-new Western Star 49X is available for ordering this winter and first deliveries begin in early 2021.
  • Daimler Trucks North America produces and markets commercial vehicles under the Freightliner, Western Star and Thomas Built Buses nameplates.

Lightest and Most Productive Class 8 Engine is Available in Western Star® 4700

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Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Transport, Trucking, Manufacturing, Automotive Manufacturing, Engineering, Steel, Natural Resources, Agriculture, Automotive, Aftermarket, Performance & Special Interest, General Automotive, Trucking industry in the United States, Engines, Western Star Trucks, Cummins, Truck, Machines

Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced today that the Cummins X12 engine is available in Western Star 4700 trucks and tractors.

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  • Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) announced today that the Cummins X12 engine is available in Western Star 4700 trucks and tractors.
  • We believe that the lightweight Cummins X12 will be a great option in the updated Western Star 4700 truck, particularly for vocational customers.
  • The X12 is the lightest engine in Class 8 trucks and at only 2,050 pounds, it has the highest power-to-weight ratio of any engine in its class, offering up to 600 pounds greater payload than previous engines, while improving productivity and uptime.
  • The Western Star 4700 with the Cummins X12 is available to order now, with production beginning August 5.

Late-Model Tractor Truck and Tank Trailer Fleet Up For Sale

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Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Industrial organization, Kenworth, Transport, Economy of the United States, Peterbilt, Trucking industry in the United States, Auction, Truck, Caterpillar Inc., Western Star Trucks

The assets are primarily located at the bankrupt Idaho Falls-based company's facilities in Enid, Okla. and Steubenville, Ohio.

Key Points: 
  • The assets are primarily located at the bankrupt Idaho Falls-based company's facilities in Enid, Okla. and Steubenville, Ohio.
  • "This represents a unique opportunity to acquire late-model, well-kept equipment at competitive prices."
  • All bidders are required to register prior to the sale at SoldTiger.com.
  • The auction's selection of tractor trucks includes models as new as 2016 and 2017 by Kenworth, Troxell, Peterbilt and Western Star.