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In the absence of a quick fix to increase the number of trucks on the road to keep up with rising freight demand, another option is to find a way to wring out more utilization of the trucks already on the road.

Thermo King, a provider of transport temperature-control solutions, showcased its latest clean energy cooling systems at the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hanover, Germany, including several refrigeration units, a discharge evaporator and new solar panels.

Elon Musk says an “extreme shortage” of car carrier trailers is partly to blame for Tesla’s delivery woes. That has trucking industry executives and analysts scratching their heads.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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