Anheuser-Busch InBev, PepsiCo Inc., Republic Services and nongovernmental organization Together for Safer Roads announced a design challenge to improve fleet safety and save lives, calling the project the Truck of the Future.
November 23, 2020Fleet 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.
TruckLabs Introduces New Name, Software Product
XStream Trucking Inc. renamed itself TruckLabs and introduced its new fleet management software TripDynamics.
November 23, 2020Prestolite LoadHandler Starters, Alternators Now at Love’s Travel Stops
Prestolite Electric Inc. announced its LoadHandler Power Products brand of starters and alternators are available at Love’s Travel Stops’ nationwide network of Love’s Truck Care and Speedco locations.
November 20, 2020FlowBelow Gains Standard Position on Freightliner Cascadia
FlowBelow Aero Inc. announced its locking aerodynamic wheel cover will become standard on all Freightliner Cascadia trucks Jan. 1.
November 20, 2020DTNA Enhances Customer Service Experience
Daimler Trucks North America is making headway on a yearlong customer service improvement initiative as it works with dealers to have parts and technicians ready to go when a broken truck reaches the service bay.
November 19, 2020Trucking Case Against Ocean Carriers Can Advance, Judge Rules
A case that alleges ocean carriers are overcharging truckers for use of container chassis at ports will proceed after a judge denied a request for dismissal filed by the defendants.
November 19, 2020Navistar Announces Next-Generation HX Severe-Service Model
Navistar announced the next generation of its heavy-duty HX International Truck vocational model, principally designed for the construction segment.
November 17, 2020The Top 3 Factors that Affect Fuel Efficiency in Trucking
A new, free study by Michelin reveals the top three factors that affect a truck and trailer’s fuel efficiency—and how fleets can overcome them to reduce their fuel costs.
November 17, 2020Meritor Reports Lower Profit, Revenue; Transition Plan Announced
Meritor reported lower fiscal fourth-quarter net income and revenue. The company also announced President and CEO Jay Craig will transition to executive chairman of the board of directors Feb. 28.
November 17, 2020Transportation Officials Coordinate Repairs to Brent Spence Bridge
State and federal officials are contributing to an emergency response effort after a truck crash damaged the Brent Spence Bridge, which forms a vital link between northern Kentucky and Cincinnati.
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