The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has petitioned federal regulators to eliminate a requirement that manufacturer certification stickers be on truck and trailer rear underride guards.
April 9, 2019Equipment
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Government, Business, Equipment, Safety
A Stoughton Trailers rear impact guard. (Joseph Terry/Transport Topics)
CVSA Petitions FMCSA to Drop Rear Underride Guard Label Requirement
A Stoughton Trailers rear impact guard. (Joseph Terry/Transport Topics)
Business, Technology, Equipment
Manufacturers say the trailers of the future will be lighter, more streamlined and more connected through telematics. (Wabash National Corp.)
Trailers of the Future Will Be Smarter, Lighter, More Aerodynamic
Manufacturers say the trailers of the future will be lighter, more streamlined and more connected through telematics. (Wabash National Corp.)
Dry van and refrigerated trailers will evolve over the next 10 years to become more connected, lighter, more durable and more aerodynamic than today’s equipment, executives at major trailer manufacturers said.
April 8, 2019
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety
A Virginia State Police officer performs a load securement inspection during a previous International Roadcheck event. (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance)
Steering, Suspension Systems Focus of 2019 CVSA Roadcheck
A Virginia State Police officer performs a load securement inspection during a previous International Roadcheck event. (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance)
Steering and suspension systems will be the focus of the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance International Roadcheck event June 4-6.
April 5, 2019
Business, Equipment
John Sommers II for Transport Topics
Dana Expands Aftermarket Portfolio
John Sommers II for Transport Topics
Dana Inc. announced the addition of premium aftermarket differential carrier bearing kits to its Spicer Select all-makes drivetrain portfolio.
April 5, 2019
Business, Equipment, Fuel
A refinery and a pump jack in an oil field near Corpus Christi, Texas. (Eddie Seal/Bloomberg News)
Diesel Prices May Increase as Cargo Industry Makes 2020 Fuel Switch, Experts Say
A refinery and a pump jack in an oil field near Corpus Christi, Texas. (Eddie Seal/Bloomberg News)
The looming adoption of a mandate that will require maritime vessels to burn cleaner fuel is projected to put upward pressure on diesel prices next year, but transportation experts are more concerned about how the change will affect the supply of diesel fuel for trucks.
April 3, 2019
Government, Business, Equipment
Utility trailer on exhibit at an industry show. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
CARB Certification Required for Trailer Makers to Sell in California
Utility trailer on exhibit at an industry show. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
To be able to sell trailers in California beginning Jan. 1, trailer makers must certify the equipment meets the state’s greenhouse gas emission standard and be approved by the state’s Air Resources Board.
April 3, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Ryan Meppelink shows off his skills at an industry show. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
20-Year-Old Technician Ryan Meppelink Prepares for International Competition
Ryan Meppelink shows off his skills at an industry show. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
Ryan Meppelink, a 20-year-old student from Zeeland, Mich., has been fascinated with all things mechanical since he was 14.
April 2, 2019
Technology, Equipment
The 2014 Kenworth W900L that won the people's choice award. (Stars and Stripes)
MATS Truck Awards: People’s Choice, Best of Show Winners Announced
The 2014 Kenworth W900L that won the people's choice award. (Stars and Stripes)
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The most tricked-out trucks competed at the 2019 Mid-America Trucking Show, and six came away with the big prizes known as “Best of Show,” with another three winning in the dump category at an awards ceremony March 30.
April 2, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel
NFI's Bill Bliem. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
Industry Task Force to Tackle Electric Vehicle Charging System Standard
NFI's Bill Bliem. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
ATLANTA — A task force comprising trucking and transportation industry stakeholders is set to vote on adoption of recommended standards for power cables, connections and other equipment for high-powered electric charging stations for commercial vehicles.
April 1, 2019
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous
Technology panel at the Mid-America Trucking Show by John Sommers II for Transport Topics
Even Tech Companies Say, ‘There Are Always Going to Be Truck Drivers’
Technology panel at the Mid-America Trucking Show by John Sommers II for Transport Topics
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Is technology in the trucking industry moving too fast for the men and women who sit behind the wheel of big rigs? That was a concern voiced by a number of truck drivers attending a March 29 session at the 2019 Mid-America Trucking Show.
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