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Government, Business, Equipment, Logistics

ATA's Chris Spear Steers Trucking Through Uncertain Atmosphere

American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear said he is staying focused on the issues that matter to trucking amid the unsettled political and economic atmosphere in Washington.

March 11, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Aperia, Goodyear Collaborate on Outsourced Tire Management

 Aperia Technologies announced an exclusive agreement to supply its tire management technology to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s subscription-based Tires-as-a-Service program.

March 11, 2025
Business, Equipment

Nissan Appoints Espinosa to Succeed Uchida as CEO

Nissan named company insider Ivan Espinosa to replace CEO Makoto Uchida and helm the battered Japanese carmaker as it looks to secure a financial backer and stabilize its business.

March 11, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Tesla Semi, Smart Trailers and More Showcased at TMC

The Tesla Semi, an electric-powered trailer and a variety of connected vehicle technologies were among the innovations on display outside the Music City Center.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Fullbay Report: Heavy-Duty Repair Shops Cautiously Optimistic

Heavy-duty repair shop leaders said last year marked an improvement over 2023, but some are looking ahead with caution, according to Fullbay's annual “State of Heavy-Duty Repair Report."

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

VTNA Introduces Software Updates

VTNA is to begin sending remote software updates to customers’ vehicles via Volvo Connect, the OEM said March 10, including its revamped VNR regional-haul tractor and flagship VNL semi.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

VTNA Launches D13 Variable Geometry Turbo Engine

Volvo Trucks North America on March 10 launched the D13 Variable Geometry Turbo engine, promising a 3% fuel efficiency increase compared with prior options.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Volvo Trucks North America Unveils VNR Tractor Redesign

Key advances include an up to 7.5% improvement in fuel efficiency, upgraded safety systems and a tighter turning radius for navigating urban routes, the Volvo Group unit said.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

New TMC Chairman Radu Mihai Brings Global Perspective

Mihai, installed on March 10 as TMC chairman and treasurer for 2025-2026, is corporate fleet manager for Calgary, Alberta-based Burnco Rock Products.

March 10, 2025
Business, Technology, Equipment

Mitchell 1 Showcases Manager SE Truck Edition

Mitchell 1 premiered Manager SE Truck Edition, its new platform designed to work with Mitchell 1’s TruckSeries repair and diagnostic software, on March 9.

March 10, 2025