Chanje Brings Globally Scaled EV to US Medium-duty Market
Can an electric medium-duty vehicle manufactured at a global scale and priced on par with a diesel finally achieve mass-market appeal? Chanje is betting on it.
Titanium posts Q2 profit on rising revenue
BOLTON, Ont. – Titanium Transportation Group posted record results in the second quarter, growing revenue 9% and recording a net profit of $300,000. Revenue came in at $32.8 million, while EBITDA climbed 7% to $3.4 million. During the quarter, Titanium…
ATRI: What Makes Younger Drivers Safe?
The American Transportation Research Institute released the phase one findings of its research into whether safe younger drivers can be identified through certain characteristics, in hopes of developing an assessment tool that will make it easier for companies to hire younger drivers in face of a truck driver shortage.
Defensive Driving Program Focuses on Distracted Drivers
Instructional Technologies Inc., announced a new defensive driving program called Pro-Defense that focuses on the increasing amount and types of distractions professional drivers face on the road.
Solar Power for Your Truck or Trailer Refrigeration Unit
Transport refrigeration system batteries are increasingly being tapped to power additional electronics such as telematics devices, fuel-level sensors, interior trailer lighting and other accessories. But that means batteries can go dead faster than ever. Solar power to the rescue.
Two truckers set sights on governors’ races
Bryan Messenger, a 28-year-old company driver, is running for governor of Kentucky as a Republican, while Jason Childs, 46, seeks to be on the ballot as a Democrat for the governorship of Alabama.
Cargo theft volume falls, but value increases
The firm recorded 126 cargo thefts in the United States during the second quarter, which is a 10 percent decrease from the first quarter. The $140,162 average loss value of those thefts was a 12 percent increase when compared to the first quarter of th…
Get owner-operator tips during Partners in Business seminars at GATS
Seminar attendance will also include a free PIB manual, a $20 value that includes a variety of practical financial tips, tax and equipment management strategies and more.
A busy independent’s plan to transition his business (and dodge ELDs in the process)
A run with John Hodges in his 1998 Freightliner Classic, part of his small fleet. As independent, Hodges juggles roles as driver, owner, cattle farmer and pastor in his local church, taking it all in stride: “To whom much is given …”
Bendix introduces new spin-on air dryer cartridge
ELYRIA, Ohio – Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has created the Bendix GC Spin-On Air Dryer Cartridge, a spin-on style air dryer cartridge using recycled desiccant for the aftermarket. The GC, Bendix can provide original equipment manufacturer performance with a replacement…