Update: US Trailer Orders Drop 40% YOY in August
U.S. trailer orders declined year over year for the fourth consecutive month in August, ACT Research reported. However, the total increased by about 500 units from July.
September 26, 2024US Trailer Orders Drop 40% Year Over Year in August
U.S. trailer orders declined year over year for the fourth consecutive month in August, ACT Research reported.
Farm Is First Customer for Electrified Trailer Developer Range
Electrified dry van and refrigerated trailer developer Range Energy’s first publicly announced customer is set to be Petaluma Egg Farm, which serves Northern California grocery stores.
Trailer Demand Prospects Dim Further as FTR Cuts Forecast
Demand and consequently output prospects for U.S. trailer manufacturers continue to dim, said Dan Moyer, FTR Transportation Intelligence senior analyst for commercial vehicles.
ABF Freight Seeks to Boost Safety With Trailer Sensors
ABF Freight is ramping up its use of Drov Technologies’ AirBoxOne platform, which integrates truck and trailer sensors, Oklahoma City-based Drov said.
Trailer Telematics: Reduce CSA Violations & Increase Safety
Keep the roads safer with advanced trailer telematics. In this whitepaper, see how you can gain insights that lead to increased safety and reduced roadside incidents—keeping drivers happy and your fleet on the road and profitable.
April 1, 2024Underride Committee May Ask for New Rear Guard Rule
A specially appointed committee reviewing truck underride guard safety is weighing whether to recommend that federal regulators toughen a 2022 rule on rear underride guards.
Wrapped Trailer Designs Help Fleets With Brand Recognition
Some fleets have found a sweet spot to meet the needs of both marketing and transportation with one, seemingly simple, solution: branded trailer designs.
Advanced Trailer Telematics Help Prevent Theft
You can lose a lot with an unauthorized open. Including a customer’s trust. Tamper detection, monitoring sensors, and location alerts put your fleet security miles ahead of locks and security—and can also help you run your fleet more efficiently.
January 1, 2024Whiting to Make Lightweight Doors for Green Delivery Trucks
New York state economic development incentives helped persuade Whiting Door Manufacturing Corp. to invest $4 million to expand its Akron facility.