The advent of electric-powered commercial trucks has raised new design considerations for vehicle components beyond the propulsion system — including tires.
December 9, 2022Fleet Equipment News
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.
Will Rise of Electric Trucks Bring Tire Design Changes?
Ohio Battery Plant Employees First to Join UAW
Workers at a General Motors joint venture electric vehicle battery factory in Ohio have voted to join the United Auto Workers union.
December 9, 2022The Art of Compliance: Utilizing Your Data Properly
In the realm of compliance, many carriers focus on the drivers without considering the vehicle compliance needs. When your classification of vehicle moves into a commercial asset, how are you considering the applicable regulations?Â
December 8, 2022Trade Panel’s Resolution on Car Content Rules in Favor of Mexico, Canada Over US
A trade dispute resolution panel sided with Mexico and Canada over the U.S. on rules for cars shipped across regional borders, potentially giving more incentive to make auto parts in those nations.
December 8, 2022Last-Mile Focuses on Sustainable Shipping
The trucking industry has increased its focus on sustainability this year, mostly geared toward last-mile operations.
December 8, 2022ATA, Others Oppose Bill That Would Drop Renewable Diesel Labeling
American Trucking Associations and the Truckload Carriers Association have asked U.S. Senate leaders to block legislation that aims to eliminate fuel pump labeling requirements for renewable diesel fuel, a move the groups contend would cause confusion for motor carriers regarding what’s being pumped into their trucks’ tanks.
December 8, 2022November Class 8 Orders Stay Strong
North American Class 8 orders in November hit 33,000, far above the replacement level of 20,000 per month, but slipped compared with the past two strong months, ACT Research reported, citing truck makers’ preliminary data.
December 7, 2022Tax Credits Kick in Jan. 1 for Alternative Fuel Infrastructure, Commercial EVs, Related Items
New tax credits for installing alternative fuel infrastructure or buying new commercial electric and fuel cell vehicles are available from the Internal Revenue Service starting Jan. 1.
December 7, 2022VW Tries to Fix Electric Shift With New SUV, Factory Revamp
Volkswagen AG is overhauling its main factory in Germany to make two additional battery cars as Europe’s biggest automaker tries to get its electric shift back on track.
December 7, 2022Paccar Declares Extra Cash Dividend
Paccar Inc. announced it declared an extra cash dividend of $2.80 per share, payable on Jan. 5, 2023, to stockholders of record at the close of business on Dec. 16.
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