1 Dec 2009

NTSB’s Hersman Urges EOBRs for All Commercial Trucks

by | posted in: Regulatory |

The National Transportation Safety Board’s chairwoman Debbie Hersman said at a recent press conference that all commercial trucks should be outfitted with electronic onboard recorders. Her reasoning is that the electronic recorders would help monitor driver hours and reduce fatigue, which she blamed for truck accidents. She also called the 2007 proposal by the Federal Motor Safety Administration that some carrier be forced to us the equipment as “minimal”. Keep in mind that the NTSB has no regulatory authority. And … Read More

1 Dec 2009

Pre-2010 Engines Are Running Out

by | posted in: Equipment, Uncategorized |

Kris-Way still has a limited supply of new pre-2010 emissions level engines for a few makes and models of trucks. Freightliner M-2 106 straight trucks, Hino 268 and 338 straight trucks, Freightliner Columbia tractors, and International Pro-Star, Trans-Star, and Dura-Star models are still available in limited quantities. The straight trucks include refrigerated equipment. Our modern rental fleet has vehicles that can be converted to lease. In our rental fleet we have Kenworth, Freightliner, and Volvo tractors. In addition, we have … Read More

1 Sep 2009

2010 Engine Surcharges

by | posted in: Equipment |

Fleet owners should prepare for significant cost increases on 2010 equipment due to the new 2010 engines.  The link below provides a snapshot of these costs. http://fleetowner.com/news/topstory/hino-2010-surcharge-0901/

4 Aug 2009

Hannaford’s Guiding Stars Program Praised by Surgeon General

by | posted in: Kris-Way Customers |

As reported by the Griffin Report Supermarket News: “Acting Surgeon General Steve Gaston singled out Hannaford’s Guiding Stars nutrition rating system as an effective way to change consumer behavior and a gold standard of how to get Americans back to healthy eating.” The Guiding Stars program makes it easy for shoppers to identify healthy foods. Congratulations to Hannaford, a Kris-Way customer since 1979.

21 Jul 2009

Dunkin’ Donuts’ New Units Arrive

by | posted in: Kris-Way Customers |

Dunkin’ Donuts’ 3 new Freightliner Cascadia tandem axle tractors have arrived. Dunkin’ uses Kris-Way for their Full Service Lease program in Maine and New Hampshire. After making the switch to Kris-Way from our competition, Dunkin’ has remained a loyal customer. When Dunkin’ Donuts made the switch to Kris-Way in 2005 they were looking for a more complete service program. Kris-Way’s 24 hour facilities, competitive fuel program, on site parking, and individual customer attention made the difference.

21 Jul 2009

Downeast Energy Continues Long Term Relationship

by | posted in: Kris-Way Customers |

Downeast Energy, a Kris-Way customer since 1980, recently renewed 4 tractors with Kris-Way. Downeast selected the Kenwworth T-800 model. Downeast runs a fleet of 7 tractors, all of which are under Full Service Lease through Kris-Way. Downeast Energy services Maine and New Hampshire and was founded in 1908.

3 Jul 2009

Have a Safe 4th of July

by | posted in: Customer Service |

Remember when you’re enjoying yourself this weekend that all the good food and beverages came to you via truck. And in Maine and New Hampshire, there’s a good chance that it was a Kris-Way truck. Our reliable service lets our customers deliver their products to you the consumer safely and on time.

24 Jun 2009

Skillins Greenhouse Blog

by | posted in: Kris-Way Customers, Uncategorized |

I recently discovered that our customer Skillins Greenhouse also has a blog. You can reach it via http://skillinsgardenblog.blogspot.com/. If you’re a gardener it has helpful information. Skillins is a long time Kris-Way customer and a strong family owned and operated business.

21 Jun 2009

Manchester Location Off and Running

by | posted in: Local Advantage |

Kris-Way Manchester is adding customers, equipment, and capabilities by the day. Our hours will be expanding soon to meet the demands of our customer base. We offer fuel, parking, and a washbay. We’re pleased to say that we’ve been well recieved in the Manchester, NH marketplace. It seems customers have been looking for an independent alternative to national leasing companies. The demand for consistent service and personal attention knows no boundaries.

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