Electronic Stability Control: Now Available on Kalmar Ottawa T2 DOT/EPA

Electronic Stability Control: Now Available on Kalmar Ottawa T2 DOT/EPA! To comply with the standards set by the Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Association for trucks that operate in approved applications, Kalmar Ottawa T2 DOT/EPA Terminal Tractors can be equipped with an optional Electronic Stability Control system. For select configurations, [...]

February 25th, 2022|Industry News|0 Comments

EPA and CARB engines – What does it mean for you?

EPA and CARB engines - What does it mean for you? Kalmar Ottawa Terminal Tractors offers both EPA and CARB engines to meet local regulatory requirements. CARB: California Air Resources Board EPA: Environmental Protection Agency In 2022, manufacturers must distinguish at the time of order which type of engine, emissions, and warranty configuration will be [...]

December 3rd, 2021|Industry News|0 Comments

The Ottawa T2 – Maximizing Operator Safety & Comfort

The Ottawa T2 Terminal Tractor - Maximizing Operator Safety & Comfort …Because a terminal tractor operator spends an entire shift in and around their terminal tractor, safety and comfort are of utmost importance. When the Ottawa T2 terminal tractor was designed, a human-centered approach was used incorporating feedback from real-life operators - this resulted [...]

August 20th, 2021|Industry News|0 Comments

The Ottawa T2 – Quality is Built-in

The Ottawa T2 - Quality is Built-in Product Quality is a key feature of all Kalmar Ottawa products and is built-into the product from the start of design, through procurement, assembly, and delivery.   The earlier in the process a quality issue is found, the less costly it is to address, and the more satisfied [...]

May 20th, 2021|Industry News|0 Comments

We always have new Ottawa Terminal Tractors In Stock

We always have new Ottawa Terminal Tractors In Stock At JX Truck Center, we take pride in having fresh inventory readily available to meet our customers’ needs.  Whether you are in the market for a new spotter to expand your operations or needing to replace an existing spotter - we have a unit for [...]

February 18th, 2021|Industry News|0 Comments

Introducing the Kalmar Ottawa T2E Electric Terminal Tractor!

Introducing the Kalmar Ottawa T2E Electric Terminal Tractor! JX Truck Center and Kalmar Ottawa are proud to introduce the Ottawa T2E Electric Terminal Tractor! As the trucking industry starts embracing electric vehicles, we want to bring attention to the T2E Electric Terminal Tractor that will help you meet any future legislative requirements.   Electric terminal [...]

November 20th, 2020|Industry News|0 Comments

Try Before You Buy! JX Ottawa Yard Spotter Demo Program

JX Truck Center has proudly represented Kalmar Ottawa Terminal Tractors for over 30 years.  Benjamin Franklin said; “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten”. What sets Ottawa apart?   There is a long list ranging from the most robust dealer network in the business to state-of-the-art parts distribution [...]

May 1st, 2020|Industry News|0 Comments

Ottawa Terminal Tractors – A History of Innovation and Quality

JX Truck Center has proudly represented Kalmar Ottawa Terminal Tractors for over 30 years. Ottawa shares the same traits of premium quality and reliability of our other product lines - Peterbilt, Volvo, Hino. Ottawa has a rich history based on innovation and workmanship that sets them apart from the competition. The Ottawa terminal tractor is [...]

January 29th, 2020|Industry News|0 Comments

Yard Spotters – Own, Lease, or Rent?

JX has been an Ottawa dealer for 30 years and we are proud to represent the highest quality, longest lasting, terminal tractor available. We pride ourselves on top-notch service, parts, and applications. Ottawa’s are Made in America and readily available from our stock.   An enduring truth with any piece of equipment is that it will [...]

October 18th, 2019|Lease & Rental|0 Comments

The Truck That Invented an Industry

Kalmar Ottawa first became a legal entity in 1943 as Ottawa Steel Products, Inc. making attachments for farm equipment in Ottawa, KS. Since these early days of Ottawa Steel Products, the company has gone through many different products and name changes, but is known for its current product, the terminal tractor and the name Ottawa [...]

June 28th, 2019|Industry News|0 Comments