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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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Eaton Notches Records in Strong Q3 Period

Power management company Eaton Corp. grew net income and revenue in the third quarter as adjusted earnings per share reached an all-time record along with segment margins.

November 2, 2021
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TravelCenters of America Posts Higher Net Income, Revenue in Q3

TravelCenters of America Inc. saw net income and revenue climb in the third quarter amid strength in nearly all business lines.

November 2, 2021
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Rush Reports Rise in Q3 Income, Revenue

North American truck dealership Rush Enterprises Inc. reported a jump in third-quarter net income and slightly more revenue as demand for trucks, services and aftermarket rose.

November 2, 2021
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Cummins Posts Q3 Income, Revenue Gains

Cummins Inc. reported strong medium- and heavy-duty engine sales amid global growth, despite moderating demand in China, led to increased net income and revenue in the fiscal third quarter.

November 2, 2021
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Sinking Auto Steel Demand Reveals Cracks in Robust US Market

The record steel rally is starting to show early signs of cooling, with one top U.S. producer scouring for buyers to take over abandoned orders of high-end metal used by automakers.

November 2, 2021
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Volvo’s Voorhoeve Sees Growing Market for Electric Trucks, Driver-Assist Tech

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volvo Trucks North America CEO Peter Voorhoeve sees expanding opportunities for electric-powered trucks and further growth for driver-assistance technologies in this time of transformation for the commercial vehicle market.

November 2, 2021
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Drive your fleet forward with AI boosted automated vehicle inspections

Fleets juggle the need to manage maintenance costs and maintain safety while keeping the wheels turning. Learn how UVeye’s automated inspection systems powered by AI delivers uptime, safety and maintenance benefits in real-time. Predictive fleet maintenance for the 21 century. 

November 1, 2021
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Hino Launches Latest Connected Vehicle Platform

Hino Trucks, a Toyota Group company, announced the introduction of Hino Edge, the truck maker’s third-generation connected vehicle platform.

November 1, 2021
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Fontaine Heavy-Haul Adds 60-Ton Trailer

Fontaine Heavy-Haul announced the launch of its Magnitude 60HD modular low-bed trailer.

October 29, 2021
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Daimler Q3 Net Income Rises Slightly, Revenue Dips

Daimler AG reported modestly higher net income and a dip in revenue in the third quarter as truck sales rose, but sales of Mercedes-Benz vehicles plunged.

October 29, 2021