Equipment
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.
Biden Takes Spin in Ford’s Electric F-150
President Joe Biden made an unscheduled stop at a Ford Motor Co. test track outside Detroit on May 18, where he hopped into the company’s new all-electric F-150 pickup truck and took a spin.
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Minnesotans Weigh In on Vehicle Electrification Priorities, Barriers
Electric vehicle charging opportunities should be prioritized as a strategy as Minnesota embraces transportation electrification, according to participants of a public engagement session held May 17.
Medium-Duty Sales Rise in April to Clear 19,000
April U.S. retail sales in Classes 4-7 rose 23.9% to more than 19,000 vehicles, reflecting gains in all segments, WardsAuto .com reported.
Ford Visit Offers Symbolic Backdrop for Biden’s EV Agenda
President Joe Biden’s planned visit May 18 to the Dearborn, Mich., Ford Motor Co. Rouge Electric Vehicle Center that will build an electric version of the F-150 pickup will showcase what experts say is a powerfully symbolic example of a zero-emission vehicle with mass market appeal, built in the U.S. by union workers.
Advocates Seek Funding for California Hydrogen Infrastructure
In a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom, executives of 25 multinational companies — including Cellcentric, Cummins and Nikola Motor Co. — called for major new investments in hydrogen infrastructure in California.
May 17, 2021Continental Marks 150 Years With Story of Its History
Continental announced it will be celebrating its 150th year in business later this year.
May 14, 2021Organizers Postpone 2021 NACV Show
The North American Commercial Vehicle Show has been postponed for 2021, the organizers announced.
As Canadian ELD 'Progressive Enforcement Period' Nears, Expert Urges Training
Although no devices have been approved for drivers, Canada’s electronic logging device mandate is less than a month away and fleets should prepare accordingly.
Embark Trucks Add HP to Partner Development Program
Self-driving truck technology developer Embark Trucks Inc. announced HP Inc. is joining its partner development program to test and deploy autonomous freight and provide data and feedback to Embark.
May 14, 2021State of Heavy Duty Repair and Fleet Maintenance in 2021
In this webinar, industry leaders from Fullbay explore the state of the heavy-duty repair industry, including regional revenue trends, hiring challenges, shop demographics, technician rates and efficiencies, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and more.
May 13, 2021