Fleet Equipment News

Tank truck carrier Quality Distribution said it has sold tank wash unit Quala Systems for $13 million.

A federal court has ruled in favor of trucking supplier ArvinMeritor Inc. over Eaton Corp., in which ArvinMeritor had accused its competitor of violating antitrust law in the sale and marketing of heavy-duty truck transmissions.

Accuride Corp., a manufacturer of steel and aluminum truck and trailer wheels, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday, Bloomberg reported.

Manufacturers of onboard communication systems for trucking defended their products’ safety, and some said that they can be used with minimal distraction from driving.

The Ohio Turnpike has joined the E-ZPass toll collection system. Until Oct. 1, when the turnpike opened its new E-ZPass lanes, the roadway had no electronic tolling system and only accepted cash payments.

Transportation software firm ALK Technologies said that the latest version of its PC-Miler software, PC-Miler 23, has been certified by its partner TMW Systems.

The Gainey Corp. bankruptcy case, the longest-running reorganization among large carriers, will enter its second year on Oct. 14 when a top bidder for the trucker is scheduled to be announced, setting the stage for an auction.

ArvinMeritor Inc. said it has opened a technical center in Bangalore, India, to provide product development for its axle and brake products.

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. will buy BAF Technologies, a supplier of natural gas vehicle systems and conversion technology, for $8.3 million.

Transmission-maker ArvinMeritor Inc. on Sept. 14 had its first day in court with rival Eaton Corp., which ArvinMeritor said has monopolized the North American market for heavy-truck transmissions.