Penske, NFI to road test Freightliner electric trucks

 

Heavy-duty and medium-duty electric trucks from the largest US truck maker will get a workout in applications such as drayage as a step toward full production. (Above: A Daimler etruck.) Photo credit: Daimler Trucks.

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Europe rail to truckers: Work with us, not against us

Europe’s rail and truck transport systems are at a pivotal moment. The two could complement each other and help meet the likely 30 percent incease in Europe cargo expected by 2030. However, turf protecting could still rule the day, especially i…

T680 get front and rear discs

Bendix ADB22X rear air disc brakes are now standard on Kenworth T680 on-highway tractors, adding to their existing standard position on front axles. Brake features include a two-pin floating caliper design that distributes consistent braking forces. An…

Amazon Begins Building Its Last-Mile Delivery Fleet

Amazon is launching a program that will help entrepreneurs build their own companies delivering Amazon packages. Successful owners can earn as much as $300,000 in annual profit operating a fleet of up to 40 delivery vehicles.