Podcasts about truck sales

In this episode of the BulkLoads Podcast, Jesse Runions deep dives into the outlook for bulk freight in 2025. Highlighting the economic pressures on consumers post-pandemic, Jesse discusses their ripple effect on the trucking industry, emphasizing the challenges in food production and trucking demands. The conversation also underscores practical tips for trucking businesses to navigate these turbulent times. Watch this episode on YouTube & Subscribe! https://youtu.be/UqEPh7H9kTA 2025 Bulk Freight Conference  Free Video Shoot From BulkLoads? https://links.bulkloads.com/widget/form/bfbbWKvA8xQZJKKYfc2Z   Jesse Runions: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesserunions/ https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jesserunions_trucking-fundamentals-accounting-activity-7108872426360373248-lq1Z/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAMylZ0Biyz0jahH4gYpl7qDgT1Tjqg05-E https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jesserunions_2025-executive-economic-estimate-activity-7269179503820644354-Xj8D/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAMylZ0Biyz0jahH4gYpl7qDgT1Tjqg05-E https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jesserunions_addendum-2025-executive-economic-estimate-activity-7299280782504644608-4EDb/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAMylZ0Biyz0jahH4gYpl7qDgT1Tjqg05-E How can we pray for you? Email us: prayer@bulkloads.com Check out our companies!  BulkLoads - https://www.bulkloads.com/sign_up/create_account/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=podcast Insurance - https://www.bulkinsurancegroup.com/ Factoring - https://www.smartfreightfunding.com/  Transportation Management (TMS) - https://www.bulktms.com/ Permitting- https://www.bulkloads.com/tools/permitting/ Timestamp: 00:00 Post-Pandemic Consumer Spending Slowdown 05:36 Aging, Shrinking Population Impacting Food Demand 08:40 Pandemic Cooking vs. Restaurant Efficiency 11:30 Freight Demand Impact from Food Production 13:15 Rising Costs and Parts Shortage 17:35 Global Feedstock and Export Dynamics 21:22 DIY Vehicle Maintenance Tips 25:24 Record Revenues, Record Expenses 26:39 Trucking Accounting: Choose Experts 29:53 Overcoming Business Challenges in 2026 33:04 Daily Financial Insight Essentials 38:24 "Plan for Work-Life Balance Event" 39:47 New Year Prayer for Protection

Maura Healey's new regulations, which demand one electric truck be sold for every twevle gas trucks. No one can meet the new rules and truck sales have crashed. Plus, Ed Tomic of the Maine Wire joins the show to discuss the arrest of the media's posterchild for homeless people for selling fentanyl. Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

Alert! OR HB3119 hearing at 8am that stops the diesel truck sales ban: https://oregoncatalyst.com/83984-hb-3119-hearing-stops-ban-diesel-truck-sales.html Trump's funding freeze stops the billions of dollars of your money going to NGO's that are facilitating the invasion of America by illegal aliens: https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1884339632210600161.html Not another dime: https://x.com/nicksortor/status/1884722049811132633 Fed Govt waste examples: 100k for Gaza girls fun run: https://thefederalist.com/2025/01/30/the-dirty-dozen-here-are-wasteful-federal-grants-youre-paying-for/ Video's of mid air collision that should have not happened near Reagan National airport: https://x.com/nicksortor/status/1884722049811132633 

A not-even-fully-ramped-up-yet Cybertruck beats all of its competition to become the best-selling EV pickup truck of 2024. Plus: production of the new Model Y has reportedly begun in another one of Tesla's gigafactories, Tesla tops another major automaker in global sales, and more! If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support my efforts, please check out my Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/teslapodcast and consider a monthly pledge. Every little bit helps and there are stacking bonuses in it for you at each pledge level, like early access to each episode at the $5 tier and the weekly Lightning Round bonus mini-episode (AND the early access!) at the $10 tier! And NO ADS at every tier! FOR FIRST-TIME TESLA BUYERS: The referral program is back and it's the best one in a while! You can get $1500 off of your Model 3 or $1000 off your Model Y purchase (or $2000 off of Cybertruck, Model S, or Model X) by ordering through my referral link. Clicking this will take you to the Tesla website where you can order with the discount applied: https://ts.la/ryan73014  And don't forget to leave a message on the Ride the Lightning hotline anytime with a question, comment, or discussion topic for next week's show! The toll-free number to call or Skype is 1-888-989-8752. NEW: Win the custom-configured Tesla of your dreams in the 9th annual Climate XChange raffle! The taxes are paid if you win, and either way, the money goes to a great nonprofit cause. To get your tickets, go to https://carbonraffle.org/RTL  Go to www.xcelerateauto.com/xcare to find the extended warranty policy that's right for you and your Tesla, and don't forget to use the discount code Lightning for $100 off your purchase. P.S. Get 15% off your first order of awesome aftermarket Tesla accessories at AbstractOcean.com by using the code RTLpodcast at checkout. Grab the SnapPlate front license plate bracket for any Tesla at https://everyamp.com/RTL/ (don't forget the coupon code RTL too!). 

In this episode, Jason Healey and Nicky Paraggio sit down with Sean, a sales expert, and Bryan, the service director, to explore how we help businesses select and maintain the right commercial trucks. From understanding your unique business needs to streamlining the buying process, Sean shares insights into ensuring you get the perfect vehicle for your operations. Bryan dives into the importance of servicing commercial trucks, highlighting the specialized care and support our facility provides. We'll also discuss the exciting upgrades happening at our service center and how they'll enhance the customer experience. Whether you're in the market for a new truck or need expert service for your fleet, this episode has everything you need to know!

In this week's truck news recap, Publisher Tim Esterdahl shares details on the new Ram 1500 plant, GM profits, Chevy buyer beware and work truck sales results for 2024 Q3. Check out our Forum: https://forum.pickuptrucktalk.com/Support the show

Paul Herrold of the Sons of Speed sits in for Jill again this week. Jill returns for the next episode. Paul and Tom opened the show discussing large pickup-truck sales. Tom had heard that the Chevrolet Silverado was outselling the Ford F-150 this year, which was inaccurate. Tom went down the list of the top pickup sellers in the third quarter. The hosts also noted General Motors' decision to drop the Ultium brand in relation to its electric-vehicle products. Ultium had been used by the maker to describe both vehicle architecture and battery chemistry. Listen in for a complete analysis. Paul and Tom went on to summarize Tesla's Robo Taxi reveal. The autonomous EV, intended initially for commercial ride-hailing use, features scissor-style doors, just two seats, and will not be equipped with a steering wheel or floor pedals. The hosts are skeptical. Tesla anticipates the Robo Taxi being available to users before 2027. Paul then talked about a Sons of Speed “The Lap” video, this one featuring the Subaru BRZ. Paul noted that even though the little Subaru isn't especially powerful, it is fun to drive in the right hands. In the second segment, Paul and Tom are joined by TELO CEO Jason Marks. Jason introduced the hosts to TELO, and its initial product, a pickup truck with the footprint of a Mini Cooper. Jason laid out near- and midterm plans for the TELO, including production and battery sourcing, as well as distribution. In the last segment, Paul is subjected to Tom's “Which Died Last?” quiz. To wrap up the episode, Paul shared some thoughts on the Subaru WRX, which he and fellow Sons of Speed editor Brendan Appel spent time with on the track. 

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Jill and Tom talked briefly about the eclipse that was taking place during the recording of this week's episode. The conversation turned to the news that Tesla will not be producing the long-promised Model 2, a small electric vehicle with a base price of around $25,000. In other news, the hosts discussed the sudden decline in large pickup-truck sales, a thing which Jill believes is temporary, and not a harbinger of economic weakness. Jill shared her impressions of the 2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio, a vehicle which the hosts agree is best suited for performance-loving extroverts. Jill noted that the Stelvio is very fast, and that the Verde Montreal (green) color of her test car is not for the faint of heart. In the second segment Tom and Jill welcome Greg Clark, Vice President of Ineos Automotive of the Americas to the show. Greg talked about the Ineos Grenadier, an off-road SUV, which is now on sale in the States. The Grenadier was designed to be an homage to the original Land Rover Defender, and is built for severe rock-crawling activity. Greg talked about the process by which Ineos was able to bring a vehicle to market in less than three years. Greg also discussed the Ineos Quartermaster, a Grenadier-based pickup truck arriving in Ineos dealerships later this year. In the last segment, Jill is subjected to Tom's “Mitsubishi or Golf Club” quiz. Jill's quiz winning streak may be in jeopardy. After the Quiz Tom talked about the 2024 GMC Sierra AT4X he is currently driving. Tom is generally impressed, and had a few things to say about the diesel engine his truck is equipped with. 

Key topics in today's conversation include:Oakley Update: Truck Trades Process (2:18)Introduction of Brock and Scott from Arrow Truck Sales (5:14)The Evolution and Stability of Arrow Truck Sales (11:31)In-house financing and customer support (16:28)Current state of the truck market (18:47)Challenges in Truck Buying (21:39)Strategic Decision-making (22:30)Arrow's Expansion and Operations (23:27)Advancements in Truck Technology (24:48)Arrow's Commitment to Customer Service and Satisfaction (28:15)Warranty and Customer Service (30:43)Emissions Technology (34:13)Arrow's New Location in North Little Rock (37:31)Future Business Outlook (40:03)Oakley's Partnership with Arrow Truck Sales (42:14)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com

Our first podcast of 2024 with many more to come. Changes to the Taltoa podcast will definitely be noticeable, details coming soon. Michael wastes no time jumping on Washington. Is it Michael or do others feel like D.C. Is trying to ruin the trucking industry? Right out of the shoot, the U.S. Department of Labor has announced its final ruling to reclassify independent contractors as employees! The new rule rescinds the 2021 ruling under President Trump. UCR Fees are going up next year (2025) by 25%. Class 8 sales fell in December for the fifth consecutive month but have increased over the previous year's levels. Freight broker? Freight broker agent? Thinking about a new career in 2024 as a freight broker or freight broker agent? Then you should seriously be thinking about starting your own independent dispatch service! Michael explains why. Hertz is getting rid of EV's and replacing them with gasoline models. The Emmy's are tonight....

Join us for an uplifting and thought-provoking journey as we dive into the life and work of Joseph Blackman, a man on a mission to save American cities from crumbling infrastructure. From his early days in Truck Sales to his current role as a passionate advocate for knowledge transfer in the public works industry, Joseph's story is one of resilience, innovation, and unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Through engaging conversations and insightful anecdotes, we'll explore the challenges facing our cities today and the solutions that Joseph and his team at Vitenda are pioneering to create a brighter future for us all. Whether you're a public works professional, a city planner, or simply someone who cares about the future of our communities, this podcast is a must-listen. Get ready to be inspired and join us on the journey of Building a Better Future. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-infrastructure/message

Our guest on this week's episode is Ramesh Murthy, chief supply chain officer and executive vice president at Bob's Discount Furniture. Finding drivers for private fleets is extremely difficult. One way Bob's Discount Furniture is filling the ranks of its fleet is by reaching out to women drivers. In order to do this, the company had to create a culture where diversity is prioritized. It's worked for Bob's, as its retention rate is extremely high.More companies have been investing in robotics and automation to speed and improve their labor-intensive processes. We take a look at some projects that could serve as examples to the broader industry — especially for those who are just beginning to investigate making these kinds of investments. Sales and manufacturing trends for Class 8 trucks are currently quite healthy, thanks to pent-up vehicle demand and elevated carrier profits during the recent pandemic rush. We take a look at the truck manufacturing market and what the prospects are for the truck industry for the remainder of the year, despite the economic headwinds the general economy may face. DC Velocity's sister publication CSCMP's Supply Chain Quarterly  offers a podcast series called Supply Chain in the Fast Lane.  It is co-produced with the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals. The third season of eight episodes has fully launched  and focuses on attracting and retaining labor in our supply chains.  Go to your favorite podcast platform to subscribe.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Bob's Discount FurnitureTruck builders enjoy healthy 2023 outlook despite economic headwindsPicking gets smartVisit DCVelocity.com for the latest news. Visit Supply Chain QuarterlyListen to CSCMP and Supply Chain Quarterly's Supply Chain in the Fast Lane podcastListen to Supply Chain Quarterly's Top 10 Supply Chain Threats podcastSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@dcvelocity.com.Podcast is sponsored by:  TGWOther linksAbout DC VELOCITYSubscribe to DC VELOCITYSign up for our FREE newslettersAdvertise with DC VELOCITYTop 10 Supply Chain Management Podcasts

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Brought to you by Farm Brothers Flying Service and Kitchen's Truck Sales

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Welcome back to TFL Talkin' Trucks! In this podcast, Andre and Nathan discuss the automakers' latest sales figures and cover the best and worst-selling trucks in America over the past 3 months (Q3 2022).

Nik speaks with Meagan Wristen. Who spent two weeks in Vietnam, witnessed Vin-Fast vehicle production, and was unimpressed at local puppet shows Mike Caudill enlightens us with the latest and greatest of the RV world and a little news from Cadillac  Automatic Andy has some encouraging words for the Volkswagen Jetta Sport.  Tyson Jominy from JD Powers, explains that Domestic truck sales are not phased buy the EV evolution.  and much more!

Key topics in today's conversation include:Oakley Update: unsafe driving, owner-operator recognition (3:45)What's going on Arrow Truck Sales (8:53)The relationship between Oakley recruiters and Arrow (17:45)What trucking world will look like in six months (37:31)Defining “a good deal” (46:22)The worth of doing a podcast (54:24)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

The Mid-Week FBTV Podcast for Wednesday June 8th, 2022. FUEL PRICES, FUEL PRICES, FUEL PRICES… How long till Washington wakes up? Today's topic, Freight Broker/Freight Broker Agent essentials. Workspace, Equipment, Tools… If you're thinking about becoming a freight broker or freight broker agent and have been wondering what you will need, we've got your covered. In addition will also be talking about spot rates, a woman in Canada reunited with her 40 year old roller skates, safe driver week, Class 8 truck sales, and fuel price highlights. All this and more in this FBTV Podcast. A new FBTV Podcast is available every Wednesday & Saturday and is hosted by Michael, the lead consultant for TALTOA. If you've been considering a career as a freight broker or freight broker agent, seeking freight broker training or freight broker agent training, looking for a work at home job... a career? Take a few minutes and see what TALTOA has to offer! https://taltoa.com. Looking for more informative information for working as a freight broker, freight broker agent, or even if you are a trucking company considering adding a broker operation as an additional stream of revenue, then you should visit our YouTube Channel “Freight Broker TV. FBTV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/freightbrokertv Freight Broker TV Website: https://freightbrokertv.com TALTOA Website: https://taltoa.com "Morning Coffee With TALTOA"Every Monday - Friday morning at 6A.M. Central Time Listen on your favorite podcast app.Watch on the TALTOA YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/taltoa

Hear the full FBTV Video Podcast as Live Streamed on YouTube Saturday, April 16, 2022. Saturdays are now Q & A days on the FBTV Podcast, so if you have a question make sure you send it in so we can answer. Today, we answer questions from France and Texas. Both great questions. Also, in this podcast taxes, Today's Impossible Question, new truck & trailer sales are up for March (which is good news and may help the cost of used equipment to lower). This and more in this FBTV Podcast. The FBTV Podcast can now be seen (and heard) on YouTube as a live stream every Saturday morning starting at 9A.M. Central Time. If you missed the YouTube Live Stream, you can still watch by visiting our website at freightbrokertv.com. FBTV from TALTOA. If you've been wanting to work as a freight broker or freight broker agent, seeking freight broker training or freight broker agent training, looking for a work at home job... a career? TALTOA! https://taltoa.com. FBTV YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/freightbrokertv

In this podcast, Tim and Jill are joined by Ed Kim, President of AutoPacific, to discuss their latest findings on fuel prices and new truck sales. Also, we discuss recent survey results with consumer enthusiasm over EVs still blah. Website: https://www.autopacific.com/

It's 2022, a new year and a new sound. Join Michael as he rings in the new year first by talking about what we all expected, problems with Miley Cyrus and Pete Davidson hosting NBC's New Years Eve special. ney York City has a new mayor, and guess what? Not what a lot of people expected. Fish falling from heaven in Texarkana, Texas. Covid vaccine requirements to take effect for border crossing January 22? Novemeber used truck prices are officially now stupid. Central Freight Lines, we'll miss you. How does the 21st largest LTL carrier go out of business? ELD's in the news again... this time though it's Entry-Level Training rules. If that's not enough, well... CVSA adpots the North American Fatigue Management Progam? Michael is the lead consultant for TALTOA. TALTOA is a transportation and logistics training and consulting firm specializing in training and consulting freight brokers and freight broker agents. To learn more visit https://taltoa.com

The topic for this FBTV Podcast --- FTC Shortage Investigation Also in this episode... 50 Million Gallons? Fuel Down .04 Cents Per GallonVan Spot Rates UP!Another State Clen Truck Emmissions RuleWalmart, Amazon, and Kroger Must Answer For Their Empty Shelves This and more in this FBTV Podcast from TALTOA. https://taltoa.comhttps://freightbrokertv.com

Key topics in today's conversation include:Oakley Update: ELD update and owner-operator shout out (2:45)Introduction to today's guests (5:43)The beginning of Oakley and Arrow's relationship (8:13)The process of purchasing a truck from Arrow (15:09)Accepting trade-ins of a variety of vehicles (18:28)Models of trucks Arrow sells (26:15)Success stories (27:34)Used truck considerations (32:18)Making sure the first-time buyer is taken care of (41:03)Thank you Trae and Keith for driving down and spending some time talking about the Oakley and Arrow partnership.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com

Bobby Masse from Paul Masse Chevrolet spoke with Gene about truck sales.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rate Quotes As A Freight Broker - Operation Safe Driver Week- Oil Hits $75 Barrel (Up 56% Since November)- Class 8 Truck Sales Up In June- Sleeping With TV On Can Cause Weight Gain This and more on this FBTV Podcast from TALTOA. https://taltoa.comhttps://freightbrokertv.com

In this episode, Jared sits down with Trae Viser, branch manager for Arrow Truck Sales. Trae breaks down truck sales and provides insight on how Arrow Truck operates, they take pride in their business and strive to take care of owner-operators.    Reach Arrow Truck Sales by visiting their website: www.arrowtruck.com    Phone: 800-827-7694

HES BACK!! In this episode of the Performance Group Podcast we have our first recurring guest! Adam Scanlan of Tricked Out Car and Truck Sales swings by and shines his light and experience on small business marketing and what it takes to succeed! Check out https://www.trickedouttrucksales.com/ to learn more today!

On Today’s episode we head out to Yonkers, NY to speak with Black Rock Trucks top salesmen, Bradford Allen. Bradford was a unlikely Truck salesperson but ended up falling into the business and developing a passion for truck sales overtime. Check out this episode as we go behind the scenes of the Truck sales-game and learn some of the best practices for making sound Truck purchasing decisions. Check out Branford on Instagram @bradfordallen or at Www.blackrocktruck.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/trucknhustle/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/trucknhustle/support

Today's guest on the Sales Vitamin Podcast is John Gillie.  John's an innovator, strategist, marketer and brand builder.   He has extensive experience building and leading high performance teams from startups to the Fortune 500 level.  John founded TTT (Truck Tractor Trailer) to introduce a new approach in the online marketplace for transportation assets, products and services. By challenging the underlying economics of existing online and brick n' mortar auction businesses and unbundling the embedded costs that drive up transaction price, TTT has created an entirely new business model, a true Vertical Network, that works better for both sellers and buyers. With a 25-year track record of building businesses, John is a preeminent expert in high growth strategies, turn-around and start-up situations, especially adept at executing and monetizing innovative solutions to maximize enterprise value. A recognized thought leader in the transportation technology and electric vehicle industry with broad C-Suite and board level experience across the government agency, OEM, fleet, dealer, contractor, and customer spectrum.  John was instrumental in bringing the first electric school buses to his home state of New York, recruiting and collaborating with key stakeholders and leading project management. As a private equity investor with deep board management experience, John has driven mission critical assignments with private and publicly held companies ranging from pre-revenue to $20B.Prior to TTT, John was CEO of MissionOne, a boutique C-Suite and Board advisory practice he founded in 2013 and remains active in a mentorship capacity.  Before MissionOne, John was Chief Commercial Officer of First Group America. Prior to First Group, he served in various executive roles at ARAMARK, Republic Services and Noble Biomaterials. After serving in the USMC, John earned a B.A. and an M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Phoenix and completed numerous executive development programs including those facilitated by ARAMARK, Penn State, Cornell and Harvard Business School.Here's what you'll learn in this episode: John's passion for sales and starting businesses and teams. The sales process. Building trust and value. How social media has changed sales. Being a tech leader.Selling solutions for the buyer.The importance of talent development Sales Success in today's environment. Being the "Carvana" of commercial trucks. The TTT Sales Approach.What the marines taught him about leading. The new generation of buyers. One sales vitamin. Connect with John Official Website LinkedIn

- GM Won’t Give Up on FCA Lawsuit- EV Battery Fires in The News- U.S. Heavy Duty Truck Sales Slowly Recovering- Ford Taking Orders for Mustang Mach 1- 2021 U.S. Ford Transit Updates- VW Jumps into Compact CUV Segment- Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Unveiled- Ferrari Could Make Fortune with EVs- Baidu Offering Autonomous Rides in Beijing- BMW Establishes AI Code of Ethics

- GM Won’t Give Up on FCA Lawsuit - EV Battery Fires in The News - U.S. Heavy Duty Truck Sales Slowly Recovering - Ford Taking Orders for Mustang Mach 1 - 2021 U.S. Ford Transit Updates - VW Jumps into Compact CUV Segment - Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Unveiled - Ferrari Could Make Fortune with EVs - Baidu Offering Autonomous Rides in Beijing - BMW Establishes AI Code of Ethics

Hi Truckers! Join us as we welcome Paul again from I-294 Truck Sales for Part 2 of this podcast.We dive into financing, truck production, maintenance and how covid has effected these aspects of our industry.

In this episode, I interview Paul Antonelli from I-294 Truck Sales in Alsip, Illinois. He specializes in selling used semi trucks to owner operators and small fleets. We discuss the industry changes Paul is seeing in the market as well as the past vs current buying/selling trends and how the recent glider regulations have affected the glider market. If you have a truck you are interested in selling and its not worth as much as you owe, we discuss your options and how the purchasing process is different for small fleets to owner operators.

- German OEMs Pay Billions in Shareholder Dividends- PSA and FCA Scrap Dividend- Paying Dividends Puts Automakers at Risk- Heavy-Duty Truck Sales Plunge in April- Safety Systems Have Confusing Names- Lambo Offers 1st Collectable Digital Stamp- Finn Scooter is a Motorcycle Golf Cart- Porsche Going Digital for 911 Reveals- Scissor Door Kit for New Corvette- Hyundai's Ideas for Interior Sanitation- Kia Developing 800-Volt EVs- Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Impressions

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COLUMBUS, Ind. — Preliminary North American Class 8 net orders in April fell to 4,100 units, down 46% from March and 72% lower than an easy year-ago comparison, according to information released May 5 by ACT Research. Complete industry data for April, including final order numbers, will be published in mid-May. “April represents the first full month of COVID-19 impacts on the trucking industry, and given broadly halted economic output leading to a sharp drop in freight volumes and rates, as well as more empty miles from fragmented supply chains further impacting carriers' profitability, a negative order number was within the realm of possibilities,” said Kenny Vieth, president and senior analyst for ACT Research. “We suspect that, as was the case in March, instead of canceling, order holders are content to move orders from close-in to later build dates, as they analyze the ongoing COVID impact,” he said. “From a seasonal perspective, April is a relative neutral Class 8 order month, and as such, seasonal adjustments adds little to actual data. On that basis, April was the weakest Class 8 order month since September of 1995, which actually produced a negative net order number.” ACT's State of the Industry: Classes 5-8 Vehicles report provides a monthly look at the current production, sales and general state of the on-road heavy- and medium-duty commercial-vehicle markets in North America. It differentiates market indicators by Class 5, Classes 6-7 chassis, and Class 8 trucks and tractors, detailing activity-related measures such as backlog, build, inventory, new orders, cancellations, net orders and retail sales. Additionally, Class 5 and Classes 6-7 are segmented by trucks, buses, RVs, and step van configurations. The Class 8 market is segmented into trucks and tractors, with and without sleeper cabs. The report includes a six-month industry build plan, a backlog timing analysis, historical data from 1996 to the present in spreadsheet format, and more. A first look at preliminary net orders is also published in conjunction with the report.

COLUMBUS, Ind. — Used Class 8 same-dealer sales volumes saw just a 1% drop month over month in March, with longer term sales rising 5% year over year compared to March 2019 (12% year to date), according to the latest release of the State of the Industry: U.S. Classes 3-8 Used Trucks, published by ACT Research. The report also indicated that used Class 8 average price, miles and age in March were essentially unchanged compared to the previous month. Longer term, average price, miles and age all contracted year over year as well as year to date, down respectively from the first three months of 2019 by 15%, 1% and 7%. The report provides data on the average selling price, miles, and age based on a sample of industry data. In addition, the report provides the average selling price for top-selling Class 8 models for each of the major truck OEMs — Freightliner (Daimler), Kenworth and Peterbilt (Paccar), International (Navistar), and Volvo and Mack (Volvo). This report is used by those throughout the industry, including commercial vehicle dealers, to gain a better understanding of the used-truck market, especially as it relates to changes in near-term performance. Additionally, ACT Research has created a COVID-19 Market Watch web page to track noteworthy high-frequency macroeconomic and transportation-specific market indicators. “Dealers are reporting that there are more trucks than buyers, which is not new news. This has kept downward pressure on prices, particularly for late model aerodynamic sleepers,” said Steve Tam, vice president at ACT Research. “Some dealers are saying they just want to get rid of inventory and take their losses. Dealers had become accustomed to getting more money than what is normal for used trucks in 2018 and early 2019,” he added, “When trucks are overvalued, sellers can ask for higher pricing on their used trucks, as long as demand supports higher-than-normal prices. Unfortunately, when the market adjusts, taking big losses is the only solution. The good news for buyers in a falling used-truck market is that there are some very good bargains to be had.”

Sales and job losses have hit companies in Pimpri-Chinchwad, an automobile hub bordering Pune. Sales of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles (M&HCVs), excluding buses, considered a barometer of economic activity, more than halved in August. The overall volume at India’s top four M&HCV makers — Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, Volvo Eicher, and Mahindra & Mahindra — fell 59.5 per cent to 31,067 units during the month, compared with the year-ago period.  Companies are now hinging their hopes on the festive season and a pre-buying ahead of the implementation of BSVI emission norms, which take effect on April 1, 2020. Listen to this podcast to know more

- BMW Reveals 2018 Earnings and Cost Cutting Plan- Ghosn’s Trial to Begin in September- Toyota and Suzuki Share Partnership Details- Medium-Duty Truck Sales Dip in February- Mercedes Unveils GLC Coupe- BMW Teases 2 Series Gran Coupe- Kia Adds New CUV To Ceed Family- New Chevy Onix To Debut in China

- BMW Reveals 2018 Earnings and Cost Cutting Plan - Ghosn’s Trial to Begin in September - Toyota and Suzuki Share Partnership Details - Medium-Duty Truck Sales Dip in February - Mercedes Unveils GLC Coupe - BMW Teases 2 Series Gran Coupe - Kia Adds New CUV To Ceed Family - New Chevy Onix To Debut in China

Chad Remp is operations manager of Wheeling Truck Center incorporated, a family owned business in Wheeling, West Virginia. The company was founded in 1933 and is an authorized Volvo truck dealership. The company also sells trucks and truck parts around the US and to multiple countries around the world. The international sales division was started by Chad himself in 2010. Chad is also the chair of the West Virginia District Export Council. 3:15 Fill in the gaps of that brief introduction. Continue reading Episode 42: From Wheeling to the World: Wheeling Truck Center incorporated at Positively West Virginia.

- Trump Boosts Steel and Aluminum Tariffs- U.S. Car Sales Drop in February- Pickup Truck Sales Drop- Luxury Brands Post Increase- GMC Unveils the New Sierra- Jaguar Reveals More I-Pace Details- Volvo XC40 Walkaround

- Trump Boosts Steel and Aluminum Tariffs - U.S. Car Sales Drop in February - Pickup Truck Sales Drop - Luxury Brands Post Increase - GMC Unveils the New Sierra - Jaguar Reveals More I-Pace Details - Volvo XC40 Walkaround

A member of Congress intends to eliminate the 12 percent Federal Excise Tax on truck purchases. Mark Reddig gets the details of the plan and finds out what its chances are from Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.

The Moneywise Guys  Thursday, June 8th www.MoneywiseGuys.com Guest: Jake Isaac, Business Development Specialist with Ford Motor Co. 

- Waymo Expands, Buys More Pacifica Hybrids - Designworks Creates Shell Hydrogen Station of the Future - Toyota Says Wild FT-4X Concept Nearly Production Ready - Nissan Creates New Unit to Expand NISMO - First Quarter Mid-Size Truck Sales in the U.S. - EV Startup Working on Off-Road SUV

- Waymo Expands, Buys More Pacifica Hybrids- Designworks Creates Shell Hydrogen Station of the Future- Toyota Says Wild FT-4X Concept Nearly Production Ready- Nissan Creates New Unit to Expand NISMO- First Quarter Mid-Size Truck Sales in the U.S.- EV Startup Working on Off-Road SUV

- Buick Reveals All-New Regal - Volkswagen Atlas Impressions - Pick-up Truck Sales Breakdown - You Said It!

- Buick Reveals All-New Regal- Volkswagen Atlas Impressions- Pick-up Truck Sales Breakdown- You Said It!

- Heavy Truck Sales Continue to Slide - VW’s European Sales Up Slightly - VW Adopts English as Official Language - Lucid Motors Unveils Its Tesla Fighter - Tire Scanner Reads Your Tread - BMW Shows Future Interior Concept - How Many Countries Export Cars to U.S.?

- Heavy Truck Sales Continue to Slide- VW’s European Sales Up Slightly- VW Adopts English as Official Language- Lucid Motors Unveils Its Tesla Fighter- Tire Scanner Reads Your Tread- BMW Shows Future Interior Concept- How Many Countries Export Cars to U.S.?

- California Here We Come- Gas Stations Disappear in the U.K.- Karma Resurrected- Nissan Is Into Utilities- Panoz Pokes Nissan- Heavy Truck Sales Plunge- Making Money in Mobility

- California Here We Come - Gas Stations Disappear in the U.K. - Karma Resurrected - Nissan Is Into Utilities - Panoz Pokes Nissan - Heavy Truck Sales Plunge - Making Money in Mobility

- Russian Car Sales Get Worse - Big Rigs Keep on Rolling - Emission Testing Starts Fight in Europe - Motor City Chorale to Join Us on AAH - Renault-Nissan Alliance Starting to Fray - Why the Rotary Engine is Important to Mazda

- Silverado Outsells F-Series in June - Toyota’s Hamp Resigns, No Prosecution - GM Mid-Size Twins Get Thai Power - Renault-Nissan CEO Sees EVs Becoming Mainstream - Renualt Unveils New Large Sedan - ZF Develops Composite Leaf Spring

- The High Tech Industry - Bentley Has Best Year in History - GM Vs. Ford Truck War - Lexus Burnin’ Rubber - Toyota Wants to Mine Garbage Dumps - Design Walkaround: Chevrolet Tahoe

Toyota doesn’t expect to regain the peak market share it once held in the U.S. Even though Nissan’s full-size pickups have the options Americans want, they seem to be bolted to showroom floors. Detroit’s iconic Packard plant is up for auction this September. All that and more, plus a look how Chevy’s all-new Cruze Diesel is different from its gasoline counterparts.

Yesterday we reported that the UAW was warning its members that Ford might hire scab workers if the union goes on strike. Now the union is denying it said that. Suzuki is accusing Volkswagen of violating their partnership by not sharing technology. Large trucks sales are roaring in North America which is a good sign that the economy is heading in the right direction. All that and more, plus a preview of Autoline This Week about BMW’s plan to use carbon fiber in its electric vehicles.