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.
Guangzhou Automobile Group Unveils Ammonia-Powered Engine
China’s Guangzhou Automobile Group Co. said it has developed the world’s first car engine that runs on ammonia, adding to new energy solutions that reduce carbon emissions.
Business Equipment Orders Increase Again in May
Orders placed with U.S. factories for business equipment rose in May for a second month, indicating companies continue to make longer-term investments despite high borrowing costs.
FMCSA Plans Driver Behavior Study on Self-Driving Trucks
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget to do a study related to truck drivers and advanced driver-assistance systems.
Pepsi Leads Calls for EU to Roll Out Green Trucks Faster
Companies including PepsiCo Inc. and Nike Inc. are calling for the European Union to implement stricter emissions targets for trucks, which the firms say will lower costs in the long run.
USDOT Awards $1.7 Billion to Buy Electric Buses
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding almost $1.7 billion in grants for buying zero- and low-emission buses, with the money going to transit projects in 46 states and territories.
Samsara Launches Investment Fund for Industry Startups
AUSTIN, Texas — In addition to expanding its own product offerings, Samsara is investing in other technology companies that are developing innovative products and services.
Fleets Turn to Tech to Manage Complexity of Regulatory Compliance
With more drivers and equipment to manage, some fleet operators have implemented technology to help navigate the complexity of the industry’s regulations and better manage safety audits.
Top 100 For-Hire Carriers Grow Despite Softer Freight Market
Despite a softer freight environment, most of the largest trucking companies in North America continued to grow their businesses last year even as spot market rates dropped.
Volvo, University, Fleets Team Up for Extreme BET Testing
Volvo Trucks North America is working with the University of Minnesota and two fleets on testing of Volvo's Class 8 VNR Electric model to assess the impact of temperature on battery life.
June 23, 2023Nikola Suspects ‘Foul Play’ in Fire at Phoenix Headquarters
Nikola Corp. suspects “foul play” after an early-morning fire broke out at its Phoenix headquarters that affected several of its electric big rigs.