Intermodal Chassis Manufacturers Pull Back on Output
Intermodal chassis manufacturers are scaling back production as a result of weak demand as well as a supply overhang, company executives said.
Truck, Trailer Reefer Weakness Hurts Carrier Global Profits
Carrier Global profits dropped in the first quarter of 2024, with results hurt by weaker North American truck and trailer refrigeration sales, the company said April 25.
Tesla Promises Semi Truck Production to Begin in Late 2025
Tesla Inc.’s touted Class 8 Semi tractor is likely to begin rolling off the company’s Reno, Nev., production line late next year, according to a senior executive.
Covenant Q1 Profit Slumps 76% on Freight Rate Weakness
Covenant Logistics Group profits tumbled in the first quarter of 2024, with freight rates and volumes taking a toll on earnings as expected.
Softer Global Truck Tire Demand Drags on Michelin Q1 Sales
Michelin posted a 4.1% year-over-year decrease in tire sales in the first quarter of 2024, citing softer overall demand in the truck and specialty tire segments.
New VTNA, Mack Tractors to Leave Plants With HVO in Tank
All Class 8 tractors rolling off VTNA and Mack Trucks production lines are set to depart manufacturing facilities with hydrotreated vegetable oil or renewable diesel in their fuel tanks.
Forward Air Hires Ex-Ceva Logistics Executive Stewart as CEO
Shawn Stewart is set to join Forward Air as CEO, effective April 28, the carrier said April 23. He also will join the asset-light transportation services group’s board of directors.
Traton Maintains Battery-Electric Decarbonization Focus
Navistar parent company Traton is standing firm in its belief that battery-electric trucks are the best alternative for trucking fleets looking to decarbonize their operations.
Lower Used Truck Prices, Weak Rental Market Hurt Ryder Profits
Ryder's profits fell in the first quarter on sharply lower used tractor and truck prices and weak rental market conditions, the company said April 23, but saw a boost from recent acquisitions.
Volvo Group Price Increases Aid Q1 Profits
Profits at truck maker Volvo Group in the first quarter of 2024 received a boost from price increases, even as orders and deliveries declined as expected.