Daimler Trucks announced in-use testing of the Mercedes-Benz eEconic, its battery-electric low-floor truck intended for municipal waste collection, would begin in Europe in 2021.
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Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Â
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy Signs Electric Vehicle Law
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation Jan. 17 to support electric vehicle use and charging infrastructure in the state.
January 17, 2020Goodyear Launches VC Fund Focused on Mobility
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. announced a new venture capital fund, Goodyear Ventures, with $100 million targeted for new investments in future mobility solutions over the next 10 years.
January 17, 2020Palladium, Used in Catalytic Converters, Soaring Again
The palladium rally continues to defy all expectations.
January 16, 2020Information, Communication Technology Can Improve Port Efficiency, Experts Say
The adoption of information and communication technology can help facilitate operations at ports, according to Agustina Calatayud, senior transport specialist at the Inter-American Development Bank.
January 13, 2020GM Set to Revive Hummer Brand With Electric Truck and SUV
General Motors Co. is moving forward with plans to revive its polarizing Hummer brand, this time as an electric truck instead of an emblem of gasoline consumption, according to people familiar with the matter.
January 10, 2020Fleets Launch Forum to Pursue Clean Transportation
Fourteen trucking fleets announced the formation of the ACT Fleet Forum, an educational initiative to share best practices among participating fleets, as well as involvement from technology providers and fuel suppliers, on adopting advanced clean transportation technologies.
January 10, 2020Mack Unveils LR Electric Model for New York City Department of Sanitation
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks on Jan. 9 unveiled its new LR Electric sanitation truck, a Class 8 vehicle it hopes will populate New York City’s fleet.
January 9, 2020Qualcomm Moves Toward Self-Driving Vehicle Tech
SAN DIEGO — After years of supplying Bluetooth and cellular connectivity to automakers, Qualcomm is pivoting toward safety with its new Snapdragon Ride platform, which aims to bring advanced driver assistance features such as automated parking, lane monitoring and highway autopilot to vehicles as soon as 2023.
January 9, 2020CES Exhibitors Envision Electric, Automated Future for Trucking
LAS VEGAS — Trucking industry innovators presented their visions for the future of freight here at CES 2020, showcasing technologies ranging from electric-powered trucks and automated driving systems to final-mile software and cybersecurity enhancements.
January 9, 2020