Tesla Inc. pushed back the reveal of its semi-truck by three weeks as CEO Elon Musk focuses on boosting production of the cheaper sedan that the electric-car maker is counting on to dramatically increase sales.
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Three experts from Transport Enterprise Leasing discuss strategies for buying and selling trucks amid regulatory shifts, trade tensions and economic uncertainty.
California Republicans Spot Political Opportunity in Fight for Repeal of New Gas, Diesel Tax
Just weeks before it takes effect, California’s new gas tax increase is again under attack, with Republicans mounting a growing campaign against the higher levies.
October 9, 2017Volvo Trucks Adds Gas-Powered Trucks in Europe
Volvo Trucks introduced two gas-powered, heavy-duty trucks that offer fuel efficiency and performance on par with that of diesel-fueled trucks, and comply with Euro 6 emissions regulations.
October 6, 2017Editorial: Trucking Is a Hot Property
One of the nation’s highest-profile investors has decided that he needs to put some money into trucking, a move based on the assumption the industry is a hotbed of activity right now.
October 5, 2017Berkshire Hathaway Buys 38.6% of Pilot Flying J
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. bought a stake in Pilot Travel Centers LLC, owner of the Pilot Flying J truck stop chain, and detailed plans to become the company’s biggest shareholder in six years.
October 3, 2017Diesel Inches Up 0.4¢ to $2.792 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail price of diesel crept up 0.4 cent to $2.792 a gallon, and oil dropped closer to $50 a barrel.
October 2, 2017Oil Dips as Recent Rebound Seen Lending to Global Output Rise
Oil dropped as OPEC’s production increased last month, at a time when U.S. drillers are also ramping up.
October 2, 2017Ryder Partners With Aperia, Makes Halo Tire Inflator Standard on Rental Trucks
ATLANTA — Truck-leasing provider Ryder System Inc. has signed an exclusive agreement with Aperia Technologies to implement automatic tire inflation as a standard specification across its heavy-duty rental fleet.
September 28, 2017Deflecktor Unveils New Front, Rear Wheel Covers
ATLANTA — New aerodynamic wheel covers for heavy duty trucks were unveiled by Minnesota-based Deflecktor at the North American Commercial Vehicle show.
September 27, 2017Goodyear Introduces Endurance LHD Truck Tire
ATLANTA — The commercial vehicle division of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. unveiled a new drive-axle tire for longhaul highway tractors.
September 27, 2017