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Commercial freight transportation is a machine-based business. Highly technical equipment and advanced engineering are at the center of supply chain and require constant innovation. Transport Topics equipment coverage focuses on the machines and other physical assets that make delivery possible. It looks closely at available truck, trailer, and chassis models, developments in the engineering space, and maintenance innovations and best practices.

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Ryder Reveals First Two Companies in EV Fleet Program

Truck leasing and logistics company Ryder System identified its initial customers Dec. 5 for its RyderElectric+ turnkey electric vehicle fleet program.

December 7, 2023
BusinessEquipment

November Class 8 Orders Rebound From Three-Month Slump

North American Class 8 truck orders for November rebounded from three months of year-over-year declines, according to ACT Research.

December 7, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Allison Transmission Workers Reject Labor Deal, Stay on Job

Some 1,500 Allison Transmission Holdings employees rejected a deal the company struck with union negotiators, but will remain on the job while talks continue, the company said Dec. 1.

December 6, 2023
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Nissan to Buy Parts From Renault-Geely Venture

Nissan Motor Co. will be a major customer to Renault SA’s combustion engine venture as the partners push on with reshaping their troubled alliance and make progress in the EV transition.

December 6, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Danish Union Takes Action Against Tesla in Nordic Solidarity

The labor conflict against Tesla in Sweden is spreading to neighboring Denmark where the country’s largest trade union said Dec. 5 they will take action in solidarity with Swedish workers.

December 5, 2023
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Canada Cartage Acquires GTI Group

Canada Cartage Corp. will buy GTI Group for an undisclosed sum, the company said.

December 4, 2023
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BMW Recalls SUVs Over Air Bag Explosion Risk

BMW is recalling a small number of SUVs in the U.S. because the driver’s air bag inflators can blow apart in a crash, hurling metal shrapnel and endangering people in the vehicles.

December 4, 2023
TechnologyEquipment

Decarbonizing Your Fleet with Innovative Refrigeration Units

Unlock the future of sustainability in your refrigerated fleet operations. Explore cutting-edge transport refrigeration technology to lower emissions and ensure proper temperature-controlled cargo. 

December 1, 2023
BusinessEquipmentFuel

Trailer Telematics Total Cost of Ownership

Considering investing in telematics but aren’t sure where to begin? The Trailer Telematics Cost of Ownership Guide is a great starting point. You’ll learn how to shape your investment and what to expect to save on fleet maintenance.

December 1, 2023
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Fullbay’s Heavy Equipment Preventative Maintenance Checklist

A maintenance checklist can help ensure you hit everything necessary during an inspection. While we usually go for electronic checklists, we know some techs are still fans of the printed versions. Check out this downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!

December 1, 2023