7 Top Trends from 2017
As 2017 draws to a close, HDT Editor in Chief shares her picks for the top trends and stories of the year. Many of these will continue into 2018 and beyond.
Michelin Sells TCi Stores and a Retread Shop to Independent Dealers
Michelin North America Inc. has sold four Tire Centers stores and a TCi retread plant to two independent commercial tire dealers.
Workhorse to Spin Off Aviation Business
Workhorse Group announced its intention to spin off its aviation division, which includes its SureFly personal helicopter, into a separate publicly traded company named SureFly Inc. – but it will hold on to the HorseFly drone designed for parcel deliveries.
Purkeys Offers Space-Saving Nosebox
The Direct nosebox line developed by Purkeys allows fleets to have the functionality of both the nosebox and liftgate charging system in one receptacle, freeing up space on the front of the trailer.
Roehl Transport to Increase Driver Pay Per Mile
Roehl Transport announced an increase in mileage pay for drivers operating under the company’s Your Choice Pay Plan, effective Feb. 4, 2018.
Making Tank Trailers Safer
Statistically, cargo tanks, both liquid and dry bulk, are statistically among the safest vehicles on the road today. But the tank sector does face certain challenges that are inherent with the job.
Peloton Logs Over 1,000 Miles in Florida Platooning Demonstration
A series of just-concluded demonstrations in Florida will help officials there prepare for platooning legislation in the future, Peloton says.
Taking Tire Pressure Management to the Next Level
Tire pressure monitoring and inflation systems are a proven way for fleets to manage one of their biggest consumable items and ensure safe operation. New technologies will take the capabilities of these systems to the next level.
A view on the rise in clean inspections, from a state where they’re fairly uncommon
In our annual CSA’s Data Trail analysis, Indiana state ranks 10th this year in clean inspections, with less than a third of their total inspections having come out entirely violation-free over the course of calendar year 2016. But look at improvement i…
10 Most Watched Videos of 2017
2017 was a big year for new equipment with major manufacturers introducing brand new flagship trucks, concept vehicles, and even a few electric vehicles and HDT was there to test drive and report on these trucks with in-depth videos. Here are 10 of the most watched videos from 2017.