Mesilla Valley installs solar panels on trucks to boost fuel economy, battery life
Mesilla Valley Transportation has purchased 1,000 eNow solar energy systems for its tractors. The system uses solar panels installed on tractors to boost fuel economy and battery life and power auxiliary power units.
17 migrants found in back of trailer at Flying J in Texas
Police arrested two Cuban nationals who were responsible for the truck after finding 14 men and three women locked inside a trailer at a Flying J truck stop in Edinburg, Texas.
Bandit truck racing director: First season exceeding expectations, 2018 season confirmed
The season has been so successful, in fact, the series has announced it will be back for its second season in 2018. While he’s not ready to name any tracks specifically, Madsen says the series will expand its footprint next year, while also expanding the field of trucks.
A first-year success in the Badger State Truck Show
The first ever Badger State Truck Show is in the books, and scheduled to become an annual event. Organizers and those in attendance agreed: a good time was had by all. Like several of the smaller shows that have begun popping up, Badger State grew from a Facebook group, Badger State Large Cars, and a […]
Ryder Named Exclusive Sales Channel and Service Provider for Chanje Energy
Chanje Electric Vehicles will be available for sale, lease and short-term rental at strategic U.S. locations. Ryder also offers comprehensive and preventive maintenance for Chanje EVs.
Siemens to Build eHighway Demo in Germany
A new “eHighway,” which will allow specially equipped hybrid trucks to access electric power via an overhead trolley-type system, will be built on a 10-kilometer stretch of autobahn in Germany.
PeopleNet/TMW Systems’ in.sight User Conference
Autonomous Technology Heats Up Arizona
Autonomous vehicle developers have suddenly decided the Grand Canyon state is the ideal place to test out their new technology.
Ram Boosts 3500’s Tow Rating with Fifth-Wheel Option
Ram has increased the towing capability of its 3500 Heavy Duty pickup for the 2018 model year by offering a fifth-wheel option that would boost the maximum trailer weight rating to 30,000 pounds, Fiat Chrysler has announced.
Fatigue detection — where some driver-facing camera techs are headed
Advancement in camera techs are headed down a path toward, in various ways, what might seem to be a safety holy grail: being able to deliver observations of drivers and context around events where fatigue is at issue — and assist drivers themselves in…