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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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NACFE Expands Strategy to Include New Technologies

ATLANTA — The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced an expanded organizational strategy, including an updated brand identity and website, as it seeks to guide the development and eventual implementation of future technologies.

March 4, 2018
BusinessEquipment

Stemco, Webb Introduce Trifecta Pre-Adjusted Hub Assembly

ATLANTA — Truck component supplier Stemco introduced its Trifecta pre-adjusted hub assembly, developed in partnership with Webb Wheel Products.

March 4, 2018
BusinessEquipment

‘Discovery’ Foam Mattress Debuts at TMC

ATLANTA — The latest model in a new line of mattresses for commercial vehicles designed to enhance comfort and ensure restful sleep was featured at the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting March 4.

March 4, 2018
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Phillips to Launch TrailerNet Hub to Integrate Trailer Sensors

ATLANTA — Phillips Connect Technologies, a division of Phillips Industries, is preparing to launch a technology platform that integrates the growing number of sensors and smart components available for trailers.

March 4, 2018
BusinessEquipment

SAF Holland Debuts Automatic Tire Inflation System

ATLANTA — SAF Holland has introduced an automatic tire inflation system designed to maintain consistent air pressure across multiple tires by addressing both under- and over-inflation, and by warning the driver when a tire requires immediate attention.

March 4, 2018
BusinessEquipmentSafety

Dana Introduces Tire Management, Axle Innovations

ATLANTA — Dana Inc. introduced the next generation of its Rhombus TireAnalytics platform. It also introduced its new Spicer S172 series single-drive axle for Class 7 and 8 vehicles and its Spicer D172 series heavy-duty tandem axle for construction, heavy haul and severe-service applications.

March 4, 2018
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Cooper Debuts Commercial Tire Lineup

ATLANTA — Cooper Tire Co. is launching a lineup of branded truck tires designed for longhaul, vocational and severe-service applications, and which are targeted to the fleet and original-equipment sectors, the company announced.

March 4, 2018
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipment

Capitol Agenda for the Week of March 5: Amos & Adam

The country’s struggle to identify an ideal funding strategy for transportation projects has brought to the fore two men who, until now, had little in common. A look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

March 2, 2018