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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.

BusinessEquipmentSafety

Louisiana Trucker Damien Hebert Driven by Details

Louisiana’s Damien Hebert, last year’s national winner in the twin trailers division, is passionate about details, and he proves it at truck driving championships.

July 7, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Union Workers Question Safety at GM’s Ultium Battery Plant

While the United Auto Workers union hammers out a new deal with GM and battery manufacturer Ultium Cells, workers are pointing to safety hazards as a key issue in the negotiations.

July 7, 2023
GovernmentEquipmentSafety

Truck Makers, California Reach Deal on Zero-Emission Rules

Major truck and engine manufacturers have brokered a truce with California’s plan for phasing out sales of Classes 4-8 diesel-powered trucks in a landmark deal with state regulators.

July 6, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentLogisticsAutonomousPrivate

Rivian CEO Scaringe Eyes New Commercial Clients

Rivian Automotive Inc. is ready to take on more commercial partners beyond Amazon.com Inc. after a recent run of production success.

July 6, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuelLogisticsTop 100

Amazon Fleet Electrification Sees 5,000 Rivian Vans on Roads

Amazon's electrification of its delivery fleet gained pace over the past six months while still lagging earlier targets. The e-commerce giant has rolled out more than 5,000 EVs in the past year.

July 6, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Q2 Deliveries Reflect Surge in Momentum, Nikola Says

Nikola Corp. delivered 45 battery-electric trucks wholesale and 66 trucks retail in the second quarter, the company announced July 5.

July 5, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Goodyear Adds Regional Haul Trailer Tire

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. introduced a new addition to the Cooper Work Series line, the company announced June 28.

July 5, 2023
BusinessEquipment

TireHub Appoints John Cavanaugh as Newest CFO

TireHub has appointed John Cavanaugh to the role of chief financial officer, the tire distributor announced June 29.

July 5, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Continuous in-cab driver training benefits your entire fleet

This guide explores how in-cab technology has changed driver training. Learn about:  - How technology fully covers training needs  - The role technology plays in driver satisfaction  - The benefits of a customizable, open-platform approach  - In-cab coaching that can help to avoid nuclear verdicts 

July 1, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Mobil Delvacâ„¢ helped BSA Trucking's fleet become unstoppable

After switching to Mobil Delvac™, BSA Trucking was able to extend oil drain intervals from 30,000 miles to 75,000 miles. As a result, BSA Trucking had less maintenance, kept their trucks on the road longer and increased productivity.  

July 1, 2023