Uber Technologies Inc. is bringing its vision of a Jetsonsā-like future of battery-powered flying vehicles for the masses to Washington, where it will have to persuade regulators to approve this new model for how aviation works. The company opened its two-day Uber Elevate Summit 2019 on June 11.
June 11, 2019Government, Business, Technology, Equipment
Uber Tries to Steer Its Vision of Flying Cars Through Regulators
Business, Equipment, Safety
Audi Recalls First Electric SUV in US on Battery Fire Risk
Volkswagen AGās luxury brand Audi is recalling its first all-electric vehicle sold in the U.S. due to a potential risk of a battery fire.
June 11, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment
What to Watch for at Teslaās Annual Shareholders Meeting
Tesla Inc. investors will be more anxious than usual to get an update from CEO Elon Musk on June 11 at the companyās annual meeting.
June 11, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment
NAFC Panels: Data Is Used to Cut Repair Costs, Improve Policy
INDIANAPOLIS ā Why does an average truckload fleetās trucks go 8,400 miles before a breakdown but the ābest-in-classā fleet goes 44,600 before one? Itās all about data.
June 11, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel
Carriers Invest in Inspection Strategies, Tools
Motor carriers are investing in training, technology and ongoing education to help ensure their drivers conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, which are essential for complying with federal safety standards and minimizing vehicle downtime.
June 11, 2019Government, Business, Equipment, Perspective
Perspective: Repealing the Federal Excise Tax to āModernize the Truck Fleetā
More than 100 commercial truck dealers, trade association executives and trucking industry stakeholders will descend on Washington the week of June 17 to urge members of Congress to co-sponsor the Modern, Clean and Safe Trucks Act of 2019.
June 11, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment
Mack, VTNA Offer Warranty on Certified Used Trucks
Mack Trucks and Volvo Trucks North America separately launched Certified Used Truck programs featuring a factory-backed warranty managed through the truck makersā respective service points. These programs eliminate the need to work through third parties.
June 11, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous
Drone Delivery Canada Joins Forces With Air Canada Cargo
Drone Delivery Canada Corp. has entered into an agreement with Air Canada Cargo to market and sell DDCās drone delivery services in Canada, using Air Canada Cargoās marketing and sales platforms and resources, according to a news release.
June 10, 2019Business, Equipment
Cooper Launches Pro Series Trailer Tire
Cooper Tire introduced a new longhaul trailer tire, which completes the companyās signature Cooper PRO Series product lineup of tires at each tractor or trailer wheel position.
June 10, 2019Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous
Michelin Plans to Deploy Einrideās T-Pod
Tire maker Michelin Group announced it will deploy an autonomous electric transport system, called T-Pod, from Einride beginning in 2020.
June 10, 2019