Sensata Stresses Radar, Telematics After Acquisitions
CLEVELAND — Sensata Technologies discussed its business outlook and progress in the wake of its acquisitions of Xirgo Technologies and PRECO Electronics during a Sept. 12 press event.
September 13, 2021TSE Brakes Launches TSE-Sense Smart Air Brake Actuator
CLEVELAND — Brake actuator and adjuster manufacturer TSE Brakes Inc., announced on Sept. 12 the launch of its TSE-Sense smart air brake actuator during American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
September 13, 2021Doleco USA Unveils New LayerLok Double-Decking Systems
CLEVELAND — Securing technology provider Doleco USA introduced the new LayerLok XP, AF and SC double-decking systems at American Trucking Associations’ 2021 Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition.
September 13, 2021Qualcomm Said to Place Binding Bid for Veoneer
Qualcomm Inc. has made a formal bid to buy automotive technology company Veoneer Inc. for more than $4 billion, beating a previous offer from Magna International Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.
September 13, 2021TMC to Fund Study of Refrigerated Carriers
CLEVELAND — The Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations will fund a study of refrigerated carriers with an emphasis on how they manage food safety with new technology and related maintenance implications.
September 13, 2021Walmart Denies Litecoin Pact After Hoax Jolts Crypto Market
Walmart Inc. said it hasn’t agreed to partner with Litecoin, refuting a statement earlier Sept. 13 that sent the cryptocurrency soaring.
September 13, 2021Jacobs Begins U.S. Production of Fulcrum Bridge Product
Jacobs Vehicle Systems, a manufacturer of engine retarding and valve actuation systems for the commercial vehicle industry, announced it started U.S. production of its Fulcrum Bridge product.
September 13, 2021Frequency of Roadside Repairs Decreases in Q2
CLEVELAND — Trucks during the second quarter traveled farther between unscheduled roadside repairs, according to the latest edition of the TMC/FleetNet America Vertical Benchmarking report.
September 13, 2021The World’s Shippers Are Earning the Most Money Since 2008
The global shipping industry is getting its biggest payday since 2008 as the combination of booming demand for goods and a global supply chain that’s collapsing under the weight of COVID-19 drives freight prices ever higher.
September 13, 2021EV Tax-Credit Plan Draws Ire From Nonunion Toyota, Tesla
A proposal by U.S. House Democratic lawmakers to give union-made electric vehicles higher subsidies drew criticism from nonunionized automakers, including Toyota Motor Corp., Tesla Inc. and Rivian Automotive Inc.
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