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Commercial freight transportation is a machine-based business. Highly technical equipment and advanced engineering are at the center of supply chain and require constant innovation. Transport Topics equipment coverage focuses on the machines and other physical assets that make delivery possible. It looks closely at available truck, trailer, and chassis models, developments in the engineering space, and maintenance innovations and best practices.

Business, Equipment

UAW Members at Michigan Ford Plant Approve New Contract

DETROIT — Autoworkers at the first Ford factory to go on strike have voted overwhelmingly in favor of a tentative contract agreement reached with the company.

November 3, 2023
Business, Equipment

Mack Trucks Launches Subscription-Based Leasing for MD Electric

SONOMA, Calif. — Mack Trucks on Oct. 30 launched ElectriFi Subscription, a usage-based leasing option for the MD Electric truck.

November 2, 2023
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Mack Trucks Showcases MD Electric Truck in California

SONOMA, Calif. — Mack Trucks showcased its medium-duty MD Electric truck Oct. 30 through Nov. 1 at Sonoma Raceway.

November 2, 2023
Business, Equipment

Cummins Profit Soars as Meritor Deal Boosts Revenue

Cummins Inc. posted a 64% year-over-year jump in profits in the third quarter of 2023 as the acquisition of axles and brakes specialist Meritor continued to boost the company’s bottom line.

November 2, 2023
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

How Trucking Can Fight Back Against Cyberthreats

HOUSTON — The trucking industry faces an increasingly dangerous and complex cybersecurity landscape, but there are ways to counter the threats, according to experts.

November 2, 2023
Business, Equipment

September Used Class 8 Sales Down 4.7% Year-Over-Year

Sales of used Class 8 trucks in September declined at a modest clip compared with year-ago levels, but the prices paid for those trucks took a far steeper drop, ACT Research reported.

November 2, 2023
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety

Toyota Recalls Nearly 1.9 Million RAV4s

DETROIT — Toyota said Nov. 2 it is recalling nearly 1.9 million RAV4 small SUVs in the U.S. to fix a problem with batteries that can move during forceful turns and potentially cause a fire.

November 2, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Port Leaders Push Wind Power as Long-Term Solution

AURORA, Colo. — Port leaders believe they are part of the solution to capturing renewable wind energy off of their coasts and under their operation with giant wind turbines that float on the water.

November 1, 2023
Business, Equipment

6 Surprising Ways To Solve Your Biggest Fleet Challenges

If you’re like most fleet operators, you’ve noticed there’s a lot of uncertainty in the freight market right now. Check out this complimentary white paper to learn innovative solutions for overcoming the biggest obstacles to optimizing your trailer or chassis fleet.

November 1, 2023
Business, Equipment

A Comprehensive Guide On In-House Vs Outsourced Maintenance

Deciding between bringing fleet maintenance in-house versus outsourcing is a pivotal one that could significantly affect your operations. We've put together a guide to help you evaluate the pros and cons of each strategy within the context of your business.

November 1, 2023