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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Autonomous

Wabco Announces Partnerships, New Technology

Wabco Holdings Inc. announced partnerships with truck makers and technology companies as well as new safety systems, among others.

September 25, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment

Meritor Announces European Debut of Blue Horizon Advanced Technologies Brand

HANOVER, Germany — Commercial vehicle supplier Meritor Inc. announced the European debut of Blue Horizon, its new brand representing the company’s emerging platform of advanced technologies centered on electrification, efficiency and connectivity solutions for heavy- and medium-duty commercial vehicles. The North American version was introduced earlier this year.

September 25, 2018
Business, Equipment

Capital Partners Invests in Minimizer

Minimizer, a commercial vehicle accessories supplier and unit of Kruckeberg Industries, announced private equity firm Capital Partners is making an investment in Minimizer to expand product lines and support the rapid growth of the company.

September 25, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, TCA

Technical Training Schools Aim to Bridge Skills Gap

Finding workers for the jobs of today and tomorrow means attacking the skills gap along a wide front.

September 24, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Strick Earns Certification, Adds Cooper Tires

Strick Trailers, manufacturer of aluminum sheet and post trailers, announced that its new GardX rear-impact guard has received certification from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

September 24, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Ford Trucks Debuts Cabover Tractor for International Markets

HANOVER, Germany — Ford Trucks offers only light- and medium-duty vehicles in North America, but the brand is aiming to make a splash in the heavy-duty segment in certain international markets.

September 24, 2018
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Capitol Agenda for the Week of Sept. 24: Here's What Makes Autumn Awesome

Fall is kicking in, which means ATA's Management Conference & Exhibition must be just around the corner. Here's a look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

September 24, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment

Chinese Manufacturer Sinotruk Is Hottest Among Global Stocks

A heavily shorted Chinese truck maker has emerged as the surprising winner among global stocks this month, trouncing cannabis growers and technology shares.

September 24, 2018
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

DAF Trucks Showcases Hybrid, Full-Electric Models at IAA

HANOVER, Germany — DAF Trucks exhibited two full battery-electric tractors and one hybrid model at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show, illustrating how electric-vehicle technology could be adapted to different trucking applications.

September 24, 2018
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

Fresno Heat and Foul Air Set Stage for Trump Tailpipe Debate

To test how Americans feel about its plan for rolling back car and truck pollution standards, the Trump administration will hold an initial public hearing Sept. 24 in Fresno, Calif., a place where it might reasonably expect a friendly response.

September 24, 2018