Latest News Updates From Michael Freeze

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Michael Freeze

Features Editor

Michael Freeze is a seasoned journalist with a passion for exploring the dynamic intersection of transportation and technology. As the features editor, Michael brings a deep understanding of the trends shaping the industry.


BusinessTechnology

ConMet eMobility, Carrier Transicold Announce Commercial Partnership

ORLANDO, Fla. — ConMet eMobility and Carrier Transicold announced their commercial partnership and upcoming supply agreements as the companies are setting plans to increase sales of the PreSet Plus eHub.

March 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologySafety

Goodyear Awards Illinois Truck Driver Its Highway Hero Honor

ORLANDO, Fla. — A truck driver who rescued motorists from a burning vehicle was honored by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. as the winner of its 2020-2021 Highway Hero Award.

March 6, 2022
BusinessEquipment

New Year, Used Trucks

Having the right part for the right job is the essential tenet for any technician performing maintenance. Trucks can’t move if they’re not operating properly. This is the theme for this quarter’s Calibrate as we explore the details of equipment maintenance and provide a larger perspective of what it entails for the trucking industry.

January 28, 2022
BusinessEquipment

Used Truck Market Faces Low Supply, High Demand

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dealing with the current low-supply, high-demand market and rising prices were the focal points highlighted during the Used Truck Association’s annual meeting.

November 17, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Trucking Again Shows It Is a Resilient Industry

As of September, it has been 18 months since industry members were face-to-face at a Technology & Maintenance Council meeting. This year’s Fall meeting in Cleveland showed, just as the trucking industry did last year, how resilient it is.

October 8, 2021
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Mack Defense Delivers Heavy Dump Trucks to US Army

ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Defense officially delivered to the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserve the first M917A3 heavy dump trucks during a tented ceremony Sept. 23.

September 23, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Mohawk’s Christopher Tate Wins Second TMCSuperTech Grand Championship

CLEVELAND — For a second time, Christopher Tate of Mohawk Truck Inc. was named Grand Champion at TMCSuperTech. During his 16th year at the event, Tate claimed victories in two individual stations — fuel & lubes and suspension — and said with this victory he plans to retire from the competition.

September 17, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyAutonomous

Future Looks Bright for Automated Braking

CLEVELAND — Industry experts presented an in-depth analysis concerning the future of braking systems during a study group session at American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 16, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Planning, Flexibility Key in Electric Fleet Management

CLEVELAND — Experts stressed common considerations in electric fleet management in a study group session during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

September 15, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Clarience Relates Transition From Electric to Electronic

CLEVELAND — Ushering in its transition from an electrical company to an electronic company, Clarience Technologies introduced a suite of products including the A2Z for e-Mobility, a companywide initiative developed to extend the range of electric vehicles by reducing battery amp draw.

September 15, 2021