Equipment
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.
Bolloré Logistics Canada Launches Its First 100% Electric Truck
Bolloré Logistics Canada has launched its first fully electric truck for local deliveries in Montreal, the company announced May 31.
June 9, 2022GXO Enhances Security With Ground, Air Robotics System
GXO Logistics Inc. has deployed a new robotics system for air and ground security at one of its major distribution centers in Clayton, Ind., the company announced June 8.
June 8, 2022Kriete Adds Autocar Terminal Tractors to Dealership Lineup
Kriete Trucks Centers announced it is now an authorized dealer of Autocar-brand terminal tractors.
June 7, 2022CVSA Brake Safety Week Scheduled for Aug. 21-27
Commercial motor vehicle inspectors will be conducting this year’s Brake Safety Week from Aug. 21-27, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced June 7.
Uber Freight, Waymo Via Partner to Advance Autonomous Trucking
Uber Freight and Waymo Via have entered into a strategic partnership that aims to marry Uber’s freight marketplace with Waymo’s automated truck technology, the companies announced June 7.
For Paccar, Booming Parts Business Is Sign of the Times
Truck maker Paccar Inc.’s parts business is booming as higher average fleet age and truck utilization rates are prompting rising parts sales industrywide.
FinditParts Raises $30 Million to Expand Digital Content
FinditParts has raised a $30 million minority equity investment from Crestline Investors Inc., the e-commerce marketplace announced.
June 7, 2022Driverless Trucks to Deliver Household Goods to Dallas Sam’s Clubs
Self-driving trucks soon will make deliveries to Walmart Inc.’s Sam’s Club stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, marking a significant expansion of autonomous vehicles operating in live traffic.
Dobbs Peterbilt Adds Louisiana Location
Dobbs Peterbilt, based in Monroe, La., announced it opened its doors.
June 6, 2022Ford-Backed Startup Targets EV Alternatives to Lithium-Ion Batteries
Solid Power Inc., the battery startup that went public in a reverse merger last year, has begun operating a new pilot line, putting it on pace to deliver sample cells to automotive partners by year-end.