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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.

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Lightning eMotors Sees Specialty CEVs as Next Frontier

Medium-duty electric commercial vehicles from box trucks to specialty applications are anticipated to play a large role as regulators and businesses turn to axing greenhouse gas and carbon emissions in the years ahead.

August 8, 2022
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Nikola Reports $18.1 Million Revenue

Nikola Corp. reported its first meaningful revenue and said it’s on track to deliver as many as 500 electric big rigs to customers this year.

August 5, 2022
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CVG Q2 Results Slide

Diversified supplier Commercial Vehicle Group Inc. reported second-quarter net income and revenue fell, and new pricing began in July.

August 5, 2022
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July Class 8 Orders Take Expected Downturn

North American Class 8 orders in July, not unexpectedly, crawled to 11,400, the lowest point of the year. ACT Research reported the figure, citing truck makers’ data that was preliminary but largely complete.

August 4, 2022
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Allison Cites Resilient Demand in Q2 Revenue Gain

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. reported gains in net income and revenue in the second quarter as demand continued.

August 4, 2022
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TA Reports Strong Q2 Net Income, Revenue

TravelCenters of America Inc. reported second-quarter net income more than doubled and revenue soared amid favorable fuel purchasing conditions.

August 3, 2022
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Dana Q2 Net Income Drops, Revenue Rises

Dana Inc. reported net income dropped and revenue increased in Q2 amid a host of persistent industry challenges.

August 3, 2022
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Eaton Q2 Income Up; Revenue Flat

Eaton Corp. reported second-quarter net income rose and revenue was flat while segment margins were 20.1%, a quarterly record and above the high end of the guidance.

August 3, 2022
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Volvo Plans to Make Its Own Batteries in Electric Truck Shift

Volvo AB plans to build a “large-scale” battery plant in Sweden to meet an expected surge in demand for electric trucks and buses.

August 3, 2022
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Cummins in Q2 Notches Highest-Ever Quarterly Revenue

Cummins Inc. in Q2 posted all-time record quarterly revenue and solid profitability reflecting strength primarily in the North American market, the company announced Aug. 2.

August 3, 2022