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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. 

Government, Equipment, Safety

EPA Tightens Standards for Soot From Tailpipes, Smokestacks

The Biden administration is setting tougher standards for soot pollution, saying that reducing fine particle matter from industrial sources could prevent thousands of deaths a year.

Matthew Daly | Associated Press
February 7, 2024

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Business, Equipment

Emissions Sensors Settlement Leaves Cummins Nursing Q4 Loss

A December settlement between Cummins Inc. and the federal government pushed the engine and component manufacturer’s results into the red in the fourth quarter of 2023, it said Feb. 6.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 6, 2024
Government, Business, Equipment

Yellow Repays $700M COVID-Era Treasury Loan Plus Interest

Yellow repaid a $700 million loan it received from the Treasury Department through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, the bankrupt less-than-truckload carrier said.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 6, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Volvo Details Engine, Transmission Updates for Redesigned VNL

Volvo Trucks North America on Feb. 6 outlined enhancements to its D13 engine and I-Shift transmission that helped the OEM achieve efficiency gains with its redesigned VNL Class 8 tractor.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
February 6, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Logistics

Uber Freight Unveils Pilot for New Scheduling API

Uber Freight is piloting a new scheduling application programming interface that aims to foster seamless communication across its network, the company announced Feb. 5.

February 5, 2024
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Ambac Aftermarket Rebrands as Zillion Heavy Duty Parts

Ambac Aftermarket announced it has rebranded as Zillion Heavy Duty Parts, and the Elgin, S.C.-based company said the division plans to become a stand-alone company this year.

Dan Ronan | Senior Reporter
February 5, 2024
Technology, Equipment, Safety

Five Questions: Craig Provonsha

Pilot Flying J's overseer of fleet maintenance shares his thoughts on what he sees for the equipment and maintenance segment this year. 

February 2, 2024
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Driver Support Is Key to Electric Powertrain Adoption

As a diesel lover, John Baxter expected that driving a Class 8 truck with an electric powertrain to rank between boredom and dreadful. A trip to Gothenburg, Sweden, changed his thinking.

John Baxter | Special to Transport Topics
February 2, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Industry Needs Agreement on Future of Trailer Connections

The trucking industry would benefit from stakeholders agreeing on a common tractor-trailer connection going forward.

Paul Menig | Guest Contributor
February 2, 2024
Business, Equipment

Eaton Q4 Profit Jumps 31% on Record Revenue

Profit at Eaton Corp. jumped 31% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2023, powered by higher revenue at both its largest and smallest reporting units — Electrical Americas and eMobility.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
February 1, 2024