Miles-Based User Fee Among Options Outlined in Pa. Report
A recent report from Pennsylvania’s Transportation Revenue Options Commission shows a mileage-based user fee could serve as a viable option for long-term transportation funding.
August 18, 2021Daily Briefings from Transport Topics
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Waymo to Build Facility in Dallas, Partner With Ryder on Maintenance
Autonomous truck developer Waymo Via announced plans to build a nine-acre facility near Dallas that will serve as a regional hub for advancing operations and service for automated Class 8 trucks.
August 18, 2021Eaton Develops 48-Volt Systems to Cut Emissions, Raise Fuel Efficiency
Eaton Corp. announced a series of 48-volt technologies to assist its global on- and off-highway commercial vehicle customers transitioning from traditional 12- and 24-volt vehicle systems to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.
August 17, 2021Bridgestone, Einride Partner on Sustainable Mobility Solutions
Tire company Bridgestone and Einride, which develops electric and autonomous freight mobility solutions, formed a partnership designed to create sustainable mobility solutions for electrified and autonomous Class 8 trucks.
August 16, 2021NACFE Expands Outreach Into Mexico
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced it is expanding its efforts into Mexico.
August 16, 2021SelecTrucks Enhances 60-Day Buyer’s Assurance Coverage
SelecTrucks, a brand of Daimler Trucks North America, announced expanded component coverage and a new warranty concierge program for its used trucks as it enhances its 60-Day Buyer’s Assurance coverage.
August 16, 2021Great Dane Makes FleetPulse Telematics Platform Standard Feature
Great Dane announced its FleetPulse telematics platform is now standard on its new dry and refrigerated trailers, including an integrated controller area network harness to prepare equipment for future smart technology adoption.
August 16, 2021US Opens Formal Probe Into Tesla Autopilot System
DETROIT — The U.S. government has opened a formal investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot partially automated driving system after a series of collisions with parked emergency vehicles.
August 16, 2021Global Chip Shortage May Last Until 2023, Infineon CEO Says
The global chip shortage that’s hampering companies from carmakers to computer manufacturers may linger for years, according to Germany’s biggest semiconductor company, Infineon Technologies AG.
August 16, 2021Ram Pickups Recalled
DETROIT — Stellantis is recalling more than 266,000 pickup trucks mainly in North America because the side air bags can explode without warning and hurl shrapnel into the cabin.
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