Volkswagen AGs Traton truck-making division echoed competitors in warning its intensively preparing for a much more difficult environment next year.
November 4, 2019Fleet Equipment News
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.
Mack Trucks Union Workers Approve Labor Agreement
Mack Trucks announced late on Nov. 3 that United Auto Workers members ratified a four-year collective bargaining agreement with the company. The contract covers more than 3,500 Mack workers across six facilities in Pennsylvania, Maryland and Florida.
November 4, 2019Allison Reports Lower Q3 Results
Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. reported lower net income and revenue in the third quarter amid uneven demand in its markets.
October 31, 2019NACV Spotlights Innovations as Firms Brace for Downturn
ATLANTA Truck, trailer and component manufacturers unveiled their latest innovations and outlined visions for the industrys future here at the second edition of the North American Commercial Vehicle Show, while simultaneously preparing for an expected downturn in the equipment market next year.
October 31, 2019Cummins Q3 Earnings, Revenue Follow Markets Down
Cummins Inc. posted lower net income and revenue in the third quarter as demand fell for trucks and construction equipment.
October 31, 2019Dana Posts Record Q3 Sales, Higher Net Income
Dana Inc. notched higher net income and record revenue in the third quarter, propelled by its backlog and recent acquisitions.
October 31, 2019Volvo Group CEO Martin Lundstedt Outlines Time of Transition for Trucking
ATLANTA Volvo Group CEO Martin Lundstedt said the commercial vehicle industry has entered a time of transition with the rise of electric-powered trucks, automated driving technology and connected vehicles.
October 31, 2019Bendix Prepares for Electronic Braking Transition
ATLANTA Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems outlined its plans to support the trucking industrys upcoming transition toward electronic braking systems and the introduction of automated steering controls in the commercial vehicle market.
October 31, 2019Donaldson Announces Air Filter Test Results, GeoTab Contract
ATLANTA Donaldson Co. said recent tests show the Donaldson PowerCore filters can save fleets up to $215 per truck per year, because the filters provide 27% less restriction.
October 31, 2019Rocketail Tweaks Aerodynamic Trailer Wings With Hinge
ATLANTA Rocketail announced it will be making its two side wings, attached to improve a trailers aerodynamic flow, flexible upon contact.
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