Eaton appoints senior vp & gm

Dec. 20, 2012

John Beering has been named senior vice president and general manager of Eaton Corp.’s Commercial Vehicle Transmission Business, effective Jan. 1, 2013.

Beering most recently served as vice president and general manager for Eaton’s Global Vehicle Group Aftermarket and Clutch business. He will be based in Galesburg, MI, and serve in a dual role until a successor is found for his previous position.

“John’s success in key roles at Eaton along with his extensive experience in the commercial vehicle market makes him the ideal person to lead our Commercial Vehicle Transmission business,” said Tim Sinden, president – North America Truck Operations. “We are pleased to have John’s talent and enthusiasm as we continue to grow in this important segment of our business.”  

Beering joined Eaton in 2006 as director of global marketing for the Eaton Truck Group. Prior to joining Eaton, Beering worked at United Technologies Corporation, where his last assignment was as director of marketing for Pratt & Whitney’s Large Commercial Engines and Service Business.

Sponsored Recommendations

Reducing CSA Violations & Increasing Safety With Advanced Trailer Telematics

Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers...

80% Fewer Towable Accidents - 10 Key Strategies

After installing grille guards on all of their Class 8 trucks, a major Midwest fleet reported they had reduced their number of towable accidents by 80% post installation – including...

Proactive Fleet Safety: A Guide to Improved Efficiency and Profitability

Each year, carriers lose around 32.6 billion vehicle hours as a result of weather-related congestion. Discover how to shift from reactive to proactive, improve efficiency, and...

Tackling the Tech Shortage: Lessons in Recruiting Talent and Reducing Turnover

Discover innovative strategies for recruiting and retaining tech talent in the trucking industry during this informative webinar, where experts will share insights on competitive...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!