Business
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The Aftertreatment Treatment
Fleets continue to encounter challenges dealing with aftertreatment technologies that are now being refined after major changes in years past. From a maintenance perspective, aftertreatment systems are improving.
September 21, 2018Powering Liftgates
Advances in batteries and charging systems, as well as the use of solar panels, are helping to solve the problem of liftgates that drain a truck's battery.
Dana Showcases Expanded Range of Electric-Vehicle Systems, Components at IAA
HANOVER, Germany — Dana Inc. showcased a broad range of components and systems to support vehicle electrification at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show.
NAFTA’s Latest Deadline Day Comes and Goes Without Canada Deal
OTTAWA — NAFTA talks probably have missed the latest in a string of deadlines, leaving all eyes on the United States over what will happen next.
Rigorous Maintenance Essential to Avoiding Brake Problems
Preventive maintenance on the pneumatic system of brakes is essential to keeping Class 8 trucks on the road.
Not Your Typical Repairs
Most of the work maintenance shops do is repetitive, but sometimes a unique problem can arise, and finding the solution can be a time-consuming process.
Liftgates Versus Ramps
Liftgates, once beset with maintenance and power problems, largely have overcome those issues and are being used to help deliver more freight faster while preventing driver injuries, industry experts said.
September 21, 2018Gutierrez-Scaccetti, Gribbin to Headline IBTTA Conference in October
New Jersey’s top transportation officer and the former infrastructure guru at the White House are scheduled to headline the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association annual conference next month in Baltimore.
Intermodal, 3PL Outlook Remains Strong
LONG BEACH, Calif. — The intermodal and third-party logistics industries are experiencing growth that is running parallel to the strength of the economy.
China Races to Get Goods to the US Before Tariffs Hit
The race is on to get Chinese goods into the United States before President Donald Trump’s tariffs bite.
September 20, 2018