Daimler Truck CFO Jochen Goetz Dies at 52
Jochen Goetz, the chief financial officer of Daimler Truck who is credited with its successful spinoff from the automotive giant that makes the Mercedes-Benz, died Aug. 5 at the age of 52.
Michigan Plans Fast-Charging EV Hub for Trucks on I-96
Michigan is joining California and other states in reimagining tomorrow’s truck stops, moving forward with the development of a high-speed charging hub for freight vehicles.
Daimler Stresses ‘Transition’ to Green Energy
BOSTON — Daimler Truck during a Capital Market Day event recommitted to its ambitions for expansion of alternative fuels, stressing that diesel will remain an important part of the mix.
Daimler Truck Increases Full-Year Guidance
BOSTON — Daimler Truck is updating its sales and financial guidance for the year and launching a share buyback program, moves the company said are buoyed by its business momentum.
Daimler Automation Head Says Collaboration Key to Tech’s Success
LAS VEGAS — The leader of Daimler Truck North America’s autonomous technology division said the path to self-driving trucking will advance through partnerships like those her company has forged, and believes the outcome of such collaborations will ultimately benefit motor carriers.
SelecTrucks 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, 2021SelecTrucks Expands in Texas
SelecTrucks announced the opening of its newest location in Texas, SelecTrucks of Texarkana, on the border of Texas and Arkansas.
April 2, 2021Daimler Trucks-Backed Proterra to Go Public Through ArcLight SPAC
Proterra Inc., which makes electric buses and batteries, agreed to go public through a merger with special purpose acquisition company ArcLight Clean Transition Corp.
NHTSA Fines Daimler $10 Million Over Timing of Truck Recalls
Daimler Trucks North America will pay a $10 million fine and change how it recalls trucks after an investigation by federal safety regulators that found it did not recall vehicles in a timely fashion and comply with other reporting requirements.
SelecTrucks Prepares for Wave of Cascadia Models to Reach Used Market
The used Class 8 sleeper market is showing signs of a rebound, said Mary Aufdemberg, president of Daimler Trucks Remarketing.