2020 TMC News Updates

Business, Technology, Equipment

Go Power! Announces New Solar Panels for Trailer Tops

ATLANTA — Go Power! announced a 600-watt model of its flexible solar panels, which are designed to fasten across the tops of trailers. The system builds on the 300-watt Solar Flex panel, which can bend as it grips the top of a trailer.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

The Importance of Honesty Between Fleets and Service Dealers at 2020 TMC

Government reporter Eleanor Lamb recaps the managers and trucking executives discussion about how to maximize uptime at 2020 TMC on Feb. 25.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

Fleets, Dealers Discuss Open, Honest Communication

ATLANTA — Honesty and communication are the best techniques to help fleets and service dealers work together, according to representatives from both sides of that relationship.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

CIE Manufacturing Unveils New Chassis Line

ATLANTA — CIE Manufacturing presented the Revere, a new line of chassis, Feb. 24 at American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

TMC Awards Four Industry Leaders With Silver Spark Plug Award

ATLANTA — Incoming Technology & Maintenance Council Chairman Stacy Earnhardt was among four industry professionals honored with the Silver Spark Plug Feb. 24.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology

Fleet Maintenance Group Creates Task Force on Hiring Veterans

ATLANTA — The Technology & Maintenance Council’s study group on fleet maintenance management created a new task force to focus on hiring military personnel for trucking industry roles.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment

TMC Aims to Help Fleets Navigate Complexity of Electric, Automated Vehicles

ATLANTA — As manufacturers and technology developers introduce electric-powered trucks and continue to test automated driving systems, American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council is taking steps to help fleets navigate the complexity of these emerging technologies.

February 25, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Michelin Announces New Digital Trailer Maintenance and Repair Program

ATLANTA — Michelin Services and Solutions is a major step in helping trucking companies lessen the pain of fleet trailer repairs and maintenance, Michelin North America said of its new digital services platform.

February 24, 2020
Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Autonomous

Automated and Electric Concerns at 2020 TMC

Transport Topics Features Editor Seth Clevenger recaps a three-part 2020 TMC work session on automated and electric vehicles, as well as platooning strategies.

February 24, 2020
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Alcoa Debuts New Lightweight Wheel, Bore Design

ATLANTA — Alcoa Wheels introduced a new wheel for heavy-truck applications that the company said is the lightest wheel it has produced, and which features a design that reduces contact with the wheel hub, which it said can combat corrosion.

February 24, 2020