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Considerations for Hydrogen-Electric Trucks

Hydrogen will likely end up as the dominant fuel for longhaul trucks one or more decades from now, according to experts at familiar component suppliers and truck manufacturers. Nikola Motor Co. agrees, as one of the first entrants into this arena, with a whole new vehicle architecture.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Technology Provider Hopes to Strike Balance on Diesel Engine

ClearFlame Engine Technologies is working to develop a diesel engine that runs on cleaner fuel without compromising performance.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Refrigerated Carriers Finding Value With Electric-Powered Reefer Units

The use of electric power to refrigerate trailers is expected to surge in the coming years, according to some manufacturers and fleet operators.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Technology Used to Strengthen Truck and Trailer Inspection Procedures

Given the importance of pre- and post-trip inspections, many fleets have implemented technology to guarantee drivers are conducting them properly and to transmit the findings early.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Adapting to the Virtual Environment

Societal changes — accelerated by technology and the ongoing COVID-19 crisis — are transforming the way fleets specify and operate equipment in both intentional and unintended ways.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Telematics Strengthens Communication Between Delivery Driver and Dispatch

Last-mile delivery for any fleet operation — big or small — is only as efficient as the communication between the driver and dispatch.

October 9, 2020
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Colorado DOT Starts Work on Military Access Project

Colorado is beginning work on the Military Access, Mobility and Safety Improvement Project, which is meant to improve the infrastructure that serves the military bases in Colorado Springs.

October 9, 2020
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

A Lesson in Idling

I was presented the opportunity to drive the 2020 Ford Transit for a week.

October 9, 2020
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Amazon Unveils Prototype of Rivian-Built Electric Delivery Van

Amazon .com Inc. unveiled a prototype of one of three electric vehicles being developed in partnership with startup EV truck manufacturer Rivian.

October 9, 2020
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

N.Y. Leaders Break Ground on Intermodal Hub at Long Island Airport

New York officials recently announced the groundbreaking for a project to build an intermodal transportation hub at Long Island MacArthur Airport.

October 9, 2020