Overdrive Magazine | Trucking Business News & Owner Operator Info
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LOGBOOK Thousands of International trucks recalled Navistar last month issued a recall for 16,107 International trucks – model-year 20082013 LoneStar, ProStar and TranStar tractors – because of disoriented air lines at the isolation/vent valve on the electronic fifth wheel jaw release system. The disorientation is due to an assembly error, according to the recall notice, and the improper orientation can – in the event of an air leak at the valve – cause the fifth wheel jaw to release the trailer from the tractor. Navistar says dealers will inspect the air line routing. If a repair is needed, it will be done for free. Truck owners may contact Navistar at 331-3321590; the recall number is 13514. – Overdrive staff THE SUPER SERVICE BUILDING BLOCKS O ST CU S ER M NET TRAILER ORDERS were 15,780 in August, a 24 percent month-to-month increase over July and the best order month since April, according to ACT Research. KNIGHT TRANSPORTATION went public with its proposal to acquire all of the outstanding shares of Van Buren, Ark.based USA Truck Inc. Phoenixbased Knight owns 11.3 percent of USA Truck's shares outstanding. USA Truck filed a breach of contract lawsuit against Knight for improperly using confidential information, asking a circuit court to require Knight to divest its shares. HOWES LUBRICATOR PRODUCTS acquired additive provider US Lube; terms were not disclosed. Howes initially will supply US Lube products in their original packaging, but later will repackage them in line with the Howes brand. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit www.ovdinfo.com MACK TRUCKS will begin assembling all of its branded heavy-duty drive axles and machining its carrier housings at its plant in Hagerstown, Md., as part of a $30 million investment in the facility. During the holidays, and throughout the year, the Super Service Building Blocks help us focus on what's truly important. Super Service is seeking Independent Contractors, Fleet Owners and Company Drivers to join our professional team. Consistent and timely freight assignments Extensive list of advantages for truck & fleet owners Competitive benefits, pay & flexible home time Come be a part of our safety-focused, driver-friendly culture! (888) 902-5293 driveforsuperservice.com November 2013 | Overdrive | 79 Logbook_1113.indd 79 10/29/13 11:08 PM