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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, Fuel

Q2 Deliveries Reflect Surge in Momentum, Nikola Says

Nikola Corp. delivered 45 battery-electric trucks wholesale and 66 trucks retail in the second quarter, the company announced July 5.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
July 5, 2023
Business, Equipment

Goodyear Adds Regional Haul Trailer Tire

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. introduced a new addition to the Cooper Work Series line, the company announced June 28.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
July 5, 2023
Business, Equipment

TireHub Appoints John Cavanaugh as Newest CFO

TireHub has appointed John Cavanaugh to the role of chief financial officer, the tire distributor announced June 29.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
July 5, 2023
Business, Equipment

Continuous in-cab driver training benefits your entire fleet

This guide explores how in-cab technology has changed driver training. Learn about:  - How technology fully covers training needs  - The role technology plays in driver satisfaction  - The benefits of a customizable, open-platform approach  - In-cab coaching that can help to avoid nuclear verdicts 

July 1, 2023
Business, Equipment

Mobil Delvac™ helped BSA Trucking's fleet become unstoppable

After switching to Mobil Delvac™, BSA Trucking was able to extend oil drain intervals from 30,000 miles to 75,000 miles. As a result, BSA Trucking had less maintenance, kept their trucks on the road longer and increased productivity.  

July 1, 2023
Business, Equipment

Fullbay’s Heavy Equipment Maintenance Checklist

A maintenance checklist can help ensure you hit everything necessary during an inspection. While we usually go for electronic checklists, we know some techs are still fans of the printed versions. Check out this downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!

July 1, 2023
Business, Equipment, Safety

Kolton Schultz Returns to NTDC Stage With Idaho Victory

XPO driver Kolton Schultz credits his instincts for winning the 3-axle class and claiming grand champion honors at the Idaho Truck Driving Championships.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
June 30, 2023
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Cummins' 15-Liter Natural Gas Engine in Customer Testing

Cummins has been testing its X15N engine in the U.S. for more than a month, a big step forward for its largest natural gas-powered, heavy-duty trucking powertrain in North America.

Keiron Greenhalgh | Staff Reporter
June 30, 2023
Government, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Fuel

California Coalition Asks Court to Back EPA

An 18-state coalition is backing the EPA in a legal action supporting California’s future strict emissions controls on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
June 30, 2023
Business, Equipment, Logistics

Spot Market Struggles With Prolonged Bottom

The spot market has become stuck in a stagnant bottom with market patterns preventing it from building back momentum.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
June 29, 2023