Ruan the latest fleet to put money down on Tesla Semi
Ruan Transportation, the 18th largest for-hire fleet in the country, has ordered five Tesla Semis, becoming the latest fleet to put money down on the all-electric Class 8 tractor.
New York City Looking at Congestion Pricing
Congestion pricing may be part of delivering in New York City in the future, if the state follows through on a new transportation report recommendation.
SAE’s Government/Industry Meeting
Women in Trucking seeking applicants for Canadian Image Team
PLOVER, Wisc. — Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is seeking trucking industry professionals for its Canadian Image Team. The group’s mission is to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women…
Trucking Economy Forecast Looks Good for 2018
Truckable Economic Activity is expected to continue at its current pace, according to Dr. Bob Dieli, president and founder of RDLB Inc., speaking at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue in Las Vegas.
Mack Introduces Split-Shaft Functionality for mDrive HD Transmission
Mack Trucks has introduced a new split-shaft functionality for its Mack mDrive HD automated transmission, an online tool to configure Granite and Granite MHD trucks, and a loyalty rewards program for National Ready Mixed Concrete Association members.
Meritor Returns to Heavy Duty Aftermarket Parts Business
Meritor has launched a comprehensive new aftermarket parts product and fulfillment program designed to meet a wide range of customer pricing and performance needs.
Freightliner Shows Detroit DD8 Engine in a Heavy Vocational Truck
Freightliner Trucks is displaying the new Detroit DD8 diesel in a vocational model at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas this week.
ATA Truck Tonnage Index Rose 3.7% Last Year
The American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased by 3.7% overall in 2017 compared to the year before, marking its largest annual gain since 2013.
Volvo: Electric Trucks ‘Viable’ for Hauling Freight Here and Elsewhere
Sweden-based AB Volvo announced on Jan. 23 that it will start selling electric trucks in Europe in 2019, with the first units entering service with select customers sometime this year – and the company’s North American operations say they see a future for “electromobility” here as well.