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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. 

Business, Equipment, Safety

Meritor Reaches Brake Shoe Production Milestone

Meritor Inc. recently produced its 100 millionth brake shoe at its Plainfield, Ind., manufacturing facility.

August 4, 2020

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Business, Technology, Equipment

Eaton Posts Q2 Operating Loss in Vehicle Unit

Power management company Eaton Corp. reported sharp drops in net income and revenue in the second quarter as the novel coronavirus pandemic cut vehicle production at key customers.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
August 4, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

HDMA President, COO Tim Kraus Plans to Retire

Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association President Tim Kraus plans to retire early next year, the organization announced Aug. 3.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
August 3, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Penske Truck Leasing Adds Core-Mark as EV Customer

Penske Truck Leasing announced longtime customer Core-Mark Holding Co. deployed one of Penske’s Class 8 battery-electric Freightliner eCascadias into its fleet.

August 3, 2020
Business, Equipment

Meritor Names Hannah Lim-Johnson Chief Legal Officer

Meritor Inc. announced Hannah Lim-Johnson joined the company as chief legal officer.

August 3, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Brake Suppliers Invest in Sensing Technology

Integrating braking systems with sensors and telematics can enable more timely maintenance, reduce unplanned downtime and optimize component life while supporting “brake health.”

Stephen Bennett | Special to Transport Topics
August 3, 2020
Business, Equipment

Penske Truck Leasing Introduces Mobile Remote Service Check-In

Penske Truck Leasing has introduced a remote service check-in through a mobile app upgrade, the company announced July 27.

July 31, 2020
Business, Equipment

Year-Over-Year Average Price for Used Class 8 Trucks Drops Again

The year-over-year average price of a used Class 8 vehicle in June declined for the 14th consecutive month.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
July 30, 2020
Business, Equipment

Meritor Posts Fiscal Q3 Loss, Steep Revenue Decline

Meritor Inc. reported a net loss and a broad decline in revenue in its fiscal-year third quarter amid decreased customer demand.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
July 30, 2020
Business, Equipment

Dana Reports Q2 Net Loss, Steep Drop in Revenue

Dana Inc. reported a net loss and sharp decline in revenue in the second quarter as its global business segments adjusted to unprecedented conditions in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Roger Gilroy | Senior Reporter
July 30, 2020