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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.

Government, Business, Technology, Equipment

Canadian ELD Mandate Would Improve Safety, Efficiency, Industry Stakeholders Say

Mandating electronic logging devices in Canada would separate conscientious fleets from those who do not prioritize safety, according to Stephen Laskowski, president of the Ontario Trucking Association and the Canadian Trucking Alliance.

November 30, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Autonomous

Uber’s Well-Paid ‘Whistle Blower’ Slammed by In-House Lawyer

An Uber Technologies Inc. security manager who was paid $4.5 million over his termination was derided by one of the company’s top internal lawyers as a thief and “extortionist” who made “fantastical” allegations of unethical conduct inside the company.

November 30, 2017
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Key Lawmakers Defend ELD Mandate

WASHINGTON — A fast-approaching mandate on electronic logging devices would enhance safety across the trucking and freight sectors, Democrats on the House Small Business Committee said Nov. 29.

November 29, 2017
Business, Equipment, TCA

Ships Carrying 50,000 Containers Are on Horizon, Report Says

Container ships just keep getting bigger and bigger. Today’s top dog, the OOCL Hong Kong, can carry a mind-boggling 21,413 boxes – far more than the largest ship ever to call on the Port of Hampton Roads.

November 29, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Electric Vehicles Could Displace 8 Million Barrels of Oil Per Day by 2040

An energy transition is underway. Solar and wind are being added in ever-greater numbers. Electric vehicles are becoming more commonplace. Meanwhile, policy makers are grappling with the right mix of policies to pay for it all.

November 29, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

There’s Now a Vessel That Produces Zero Pollution

Cie. Maritime Belge SA has built the first commercial ship that runs on hydrogen and produces zero pollution, taking the world a step closer to cargo without emissions.

November 29, 2017
Business, Equipment, TCA

FedEx Adds Feeder Aircraft to Continue Fleet Upgrade

FedEx Express announced a major purchase of U.S.-assembled feeder aircraft Nov. 28 to continue a push to modernize its 659-aicraft fleet.

November 28, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Tesla Reveals Price Range for Electric Semi

Tesla Inc. said the expected price for its all-electric Class 8 truck will range from $150,000 to $200,000.

November 28, 2017
Government, Equipment, TCA

First New Hampshire Turnpike Toll Hike in 10 Years Proposed

A proposed 50% increase in turnpike tolls - the first systemwide hike in 10 years - would speed up existing reconstruction projects on Interstate 293 in Manchester, N.H., in Concord, N.H. and on the Seacoast; fund new projects; and eliminate the two ramp tolls at the F.E. Everett Turnpike exits in Merrimack, N.H. according to a new state report.

November 28, 2017
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure to Be Linked to Major Shipper’s Network

Nikola Motor Co. plans to locate its emerging network of hydrogen fueling stations to accommodate the logistics network of a major manufacturer, according to the truck maker, which did not identify the manufacturer.

November 27, 2017