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New Toyota Fuel Cell System Close to Being Available to Class 8 Makers

Toyota Motor Corp. unveiled a second-generation fuel cell system that is nearing the point when it could be offered to heavy-duty truck builders looking to build hydrogen-powered tractors.

December 14, 2020

DTNA Says Portland Plant Will Be First to Achieve Carbon-Neutral Production

Daimler Trucks North America announced its truck manufacturing plant in Portland, Ore., will be the first to achieve carbon-neutral production in the global Daimler Trucks network — meeting green production this year.

December 14, 2020

VTNA Unveils Plan for Launch of VNR Electric Sales

Volvo Trucks North America announced a far-reaching plan for the launch of its heavy-duty VNR Electric model.

December 3, 2020

High Freight Demand Provides Momentum for Trucking Industry

Economic indicators suggest the trucking industry could be poised for growth in 2021, after the coronavirus pandemic caused a topsy-turvy year in 2020 marked by unpredictable demand and continued uncertainty in the driver pool.

November 24, 2020

Strehl Announces Acquisition of Rocketail

Strehl purchased the assets of the semi-trailer tail-end drag reduction systems maker Rocketail, the company announced Nov. 23.

November 24, 2020

Operational Cost of Trucking Down 9.3%, ATRI Finds

Costs associated with trucking operations have decreased, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

November 24, 2020

2021 Expected to Be Pivotal Year for Commercialization of Electric Vehicles

With major truck manufacturers pushing into factory-built electric vehicles, 2021 is poised to be the year for the technology to transition from pilot testing to commercialization.

November 24, 2020

The Top 3 Factors that Affect Fuel Efficiency in Trucking

A new, free study by Michelin reveals the top three factors that affect a truck and trailer’s fuel efficiency—and how fleets can overcome them to reduce their fuel costs.

November 16, 2020

Meritor Reports Lower Profit, Revenue; Transition Plan Announced

Meritor reported lower fiscal fourth-quarter net income and revenue. The company also announced President and CEO Jay Craig will transition to executive chairman of the board of directors Feb. 28.

November 17, 2020

Cummins Outlines the Future of Hydrogen Fuel Technologies

Engine manufacturer Cummins sees a future in fuel cell technology for itself and within the trucking industry, but noted during a virtual event that challenges lie ahead.

November 17, 2020