DETROIT — The United Auto Workers union will present a long list to General Motors, Ford and Stellantis when it delivers economic demands to the companies this week, the union’s president says.
August 2, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Lubrication analysis leads to extended ODI, fuel efficiency
Nussbaum Transportation worked with the MobilTM Engineering team to evaluate their fleet’s oil program. After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles and improve their fuel efficiency.Â
August 1, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipment
Nussbaum takes engine performance to the next level
After implementing a new lubrication strategy, Nussbaum Transportation was able to safely extend oil drain intervals to 75,000 miles. But they didn’t stop there. Seeing these results Nussbaum also looked to improve their fuel efficiency. See how they did it.
August 1, 2023BusinessEquipment
Daimler Truck Q2 Profit Rises on Sales Tailwind
Daimler Truck posted a net profit of $1.101 billion in the three months that ended June 30, compared with $1.037 billion in the year-ago period, the company said Aug. 1.
August 1, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
Nikola Stock Surges as Retail Investors Pile In
A gravity-defying rally in electric vehicle startup Nikola Corp. is showing no signs of stopping, as the company’s latest efforts to conserve cash and secure funds reignites a stock fervor.
August 1, 2023BusinessEquipment
Your Guide to Better Maintenance Shop Operations
In August 2021, we asked "What are some of the most pressing concerns about efficiency that maintenance shop managers could address immediately?" Jacob Findlay, CEO and Founder of Fullbay, answered. Originally hosted during our first Transport Topics Magazine Series Event - Retool - we isolated the discussion to make it easier to enjoy and to share.
August 1, 2023BusinessEquipment
Caterpillar Defies Slowdown Fears as Profit Tops Estimates
Caterpillar shook off concerns of a global slowdown in economic activity, posting profit that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations amid demand for the company’s iconic yellow machinery.
August 1, 2023BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel
Technology Fuels a New Future for Internal Combustion Engine
Industry leaders have been working to give the basic piston engine an extended life using greener fuels as they allow reduced cost of fuel while at the same time reducing greenhouse gases.
July 31, 2023BusinessEquipment
Allison Q2 Profit Jumps on Strength of On-Highway Sales
Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. reported net income of $175 million in the second quarter of 2023, up 43% compared with $122 million in the same period a year earlier, the company said.
July 28, 2023BusinessEquipmentSafety
Spero, Colantuone, Hicks Take It to the Next Level
WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — Anthony Spero, William Colantuone and Joe Hicks claimed titles at the New England Tri-State Truck Driving Championships to punch their tickets for nationals.
July 28, 2023