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ZF board member Peter Laier.
Newsby Jack RobertsSeptember 16, 2024

ZF Debuts Hybrid Truck Transmission at IAA

ZF introduced a host of new products and technologies at the IAA commercial vehiclle show in Hannover, Germany, including an all-new hybrid transmission for heavy-duty trucks.

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Lug Linx truck wheel safety system.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 12, 2024

IMI Announces New Wheel Safety System

IMI said its new Lug Linx wheel safety system provides an increased safety window to allow for identification and maintenance of pending wheel detachment or damage.

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Continental Tire EV checkmark.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 11, 2024

Continental Tire Introduces EV Compatible Checkmark for Tires

A new EV Compatible checkmark will soon appear on some Continental truck and bus tires.

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Experimental ZF powered truck trailer.
Articlesby Jack RobertsSeptember 11, 2024

The Promise of Powered Trailers Part 2

The potential for smart, connected, power-generating trailers encompasses everything from power for TRUs, air systems and even electric drive axles that can extend range on battery-electric tractor-trailers or reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions on diesel-powered units.

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Test car crashed into a trailer rear underride guard
Newsby Deborah LockridgeSeptember 10, 2024

Wabash Underride Verdict Raises Questions About Regulations

Can manufacturers be held liable in a crash even though the equipment involved met federal safety standards at the time it was made? A $462 million verdict against Wabash National raises questions about rear underride guard standards.

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Mack online truck-building platform.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 9, 2024

Mack Unveils Virtual Truck Builder

Mack Trucks said its new online truck-building tool represents a comprehensive overhaul of the OEM’s previous online truck customization technology.

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ConMet powered trailer crossing a bridge.
Articlesby Jack RobertsAugust 29, 2024

The Promise of Powered Trailers

New powered trailers can make diesel-powered tractor trailers cleaner and more efficient than ever before, as well as help with adoption of zero-emission trucks.

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Paccar TX-12 automated transmission.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 29, 2024

Peterbilt Announces TX-12 AMT Option for PX-9 Engines

When paired with the Paccar TX-12 automated manual transmission, the PX-9 diesel engine PX-9 engine produces up to 1,250 lbs.-ft. of torque with a maximum gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 66,000 pounds for pickup and delivery and other tractor applications.

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Computer screens with Penske online auction platform displayed.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 20, 2024

Penske Launches Online Used Truck Auction Platform

A new online auction platform will allow users to easily find and bid on a wide selection of Penske used trucks.

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Peterbilt 220EV electric truck.
Newsby Jack RobertsAugust 18, 2024

Peterbilt Details Medium-Duty and EV Truck Enhancements

Peterbilt hosted a "Commitment to Class" educational seminar for suppliers and customers in Sonoma, California, with updates on enhancements to its medium-duty and battery-electric product lines.

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