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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. 

Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Nikola Reports Q2 Shortfall but FCEV Sales Grow

Nikola Corp. reported a 103% revenue increase but wider losses in the second quarter as electric vehicle sales gained momentum, the company announced Aug. 9.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
August 9, 2024
Business, Equipment, TCA

GM Names New Chiefs for North America, Global Buick, GMC

General Motors Co. on Aug. 9 announced a series of leadership changes, including new heads for North America and of the Buick and GMC brands globally.

Breana Noble | The Detroit News
August 9, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

Road to NTDC Spotlight: Rick Cates

Rick Cates likes to say the moment he arrived at the National Truck Roadeo more than five decades ago, he knew he was home. He'll renew his annual homecoming later this month at NTDC.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 9, 2024
Business, Equipment

Class 8 Truck Orders Stumble Again in July

ACT preliminary data showed orders fell 13% to 13,400 units. They also experienced a drop of 8% from the previous month.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
August 8, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

Road to NTDC Spotlight: Raymond Simon

Based on his resume, it’s logical to conclude that Raymond Simon is the modern era’s greatest of all time, or GOAT.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 8, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment

Daimler Truck Reports 4% Revenue Decline in Q2

The German truck manufacturer posted a net profit of $860 million, or $1.01 per share, for the three months ending June 30.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
August 7, 2024
Business, Equipment

Continental Gains After Car-Parts Returns Turn Positive

Continental AG shares rose after improving returns at its struggling car-parts unit, which the German company may spin off in its biggest-ever restructuring.

Monica Raymunt | Bloomberg News
August 7, 2024
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Rivian Holds to Annual Production Goal Unchanged Since 2023

Rivian maintained its full-year vehicle production target and profit-making goal, a sign the electric vehicle maker is filling orders on schedule after retooling its assembly lines.

Kara Carlson and Ed Ludlow | Bloomberg News
August 6, 2024
Business, Equipment

Caterpillar Says 2024 Profits Will Be Higher Than Expected

Caterpillar said its annual profit will probably be higher than previously expected, as the company reported Q2 earnings that showed resilience despite worries about the global economy.

August 6, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

Road to NTDC Spotlight: Old Dominion Coming In Strong

Old Dominion Freight Line's Virginia team is enthused about its chances competing at the National Truck Driving Championships in Indianapolis, and for good reason. 

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 5, 2024