Stephen Roy Named Mack Trucks President
Volvo Group announced May 9 that it has appointed Stephen Roy to become the president of its Mack Trucks subsidiary.
May 15, 2023Daily Briefings from Transport Topics
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Torc Robotics, C.R. England Team on Autonomous Pilot
Self-driving-trucks technology firm Torc Robotics and refrigerated carrier C.R. England are teaming up on a pilot program.
May 15, 2023Air Bag Manufacturer Refusing NHTSA’s Request to Recall
ARC Manufacturing could be heading for a legal battle with U.S. auto safety regulators after refusing a request that millions of potentially dangerous air bag inflators be recalled.
May 15, 2023April Class 8 Sales Up 19.4% Year-Over-Year
U.S. Class 8 retail sales in April increased 19.4% from a year ago but declined on a month-to-month basis, Wards Intelligence reported.
May 11, 2023Three Companies Charged With Emission Device Tampering
Federal authorities in Michigan have charged three companies — including a truckload carrier — and 11 individuals in an aftermarket scheme to disable the emissions control systems.
May 11, 2023Senate Panel OKs Rail Safety Bill In Wake of Ohio Derailment
Congressional transportation policymakers are considering legislation meant to enhance safety and efficiency operations along freight rail corridors.
May 11, 2023April Class 8 Orders Continue Year-Over-Year Declines
North American Class 8 orders in April continued the trend of year-over-year declines by dropping to 11,600 units, ACT Research reported.
May 11, 2023Electric Truck Options Expand
Battery-electric trucks are still a young, emerging segment of the commercial vehicle market, but fleet operators already can choose from a broad selection of electric vehicle options.
May 10, 2023Peterbilt Unveils Model 589
FORT WORTH, Texas — Peterbilt Motors Co. introduced its new Model 589 truck during an event at Texas Motor Speedway that included customers, dealers and media.
May 10, 2023New EV Models Drive Up North American Factory Production
North American factories cranked out 219,000 battery-powered cars and trucks in the first three months of the year, a 39% increase over the year-earlier period.
May 10, 2023