Equipment
Commercial freight transportation is a machine-based business. Highly technical equipment and advanced engineering are at the center of supply chain and require constant innovation. Transport Topics equipment coverage focuses on the machines and other physical assets that make delivery possible. It looks closely at available truck, trailer, and chassis models, developments in the engineering space, and maintenance innovations and best practices.
Truckers Hail New FMC Rule on Overseas Container Fees
The Federal Maritime Commission has issued a final ruling to simplify international container billing practices in a move hailed by truckers.
Continental Faces Tough Auto Unit Overhaul in Slowing Market
Continental AG declined as the company embarks on a deep overhaul of its underperforming auto components business in a slowing vehicle market.
PepsiCo, Estes Express Earn Sustainability Pathfinder Awards
NEW ORLEANS — Transport Topics has presented its inaugural Sustainability Pathfinder awards to PepsiCo and Estes Express in recognition of efforts to curb emissions and eliminate waste.
March 6, 2024Cox Automotive Says Market Conditions Are Ideal for Fleets
NEW ORLEANS — The commercial vehicle market is expected to grow thanks to a supportive economy as certain technologies are adopted within the heavy-duty market, according to research.
Mack Adds to MD Electric Sales Push With Off-Grid Charging Unit
NEW ORLEANS — Mack Trucks will introduce an off-grid charging unit that is attached to an MD Electric, the OEM said March 5 at the Technology & Maintenance Council's annual showcase.
Traton Q4 Profit Receives Boost From Higher Prices
Profits at Traton Group rose in the fourth quarter of 2023 on the back of an improved truck market globally and higher prices, the owner of U.S. Class 8 brand International said.
GM Collaborates to Produce Medium-Duty Hydrogen FCEV Trucks
General Motors' hydrogen fuel cell business is working on a $65 million pilot program for hydrogen-based work site products centered around medium-duty, fuel-cell powered trucks.
Aperia Unveils New Tire Management and Self-Inflator System
NEW ORLEANS — Aperia Technologies introduced a new connected tire monitoring and self-inflation system that can be deployed on both medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as trailers.
Hexagon Agility Plans January Expansion to Meet X15N Demand
NEW ORLEANS — Hexagon Agility plans to expand its manufacturing capacity next year to meet expected demand for Cummins’ upcoming X15N natural gas fueled engine, an executive said March 4.
Update: First Yellow Trucks and Trailers Up for Auction
J.D. Power's Chris Visser says auction prices have been stable after a busier-than-usual January.
March 5, 2024