Heavy Duty Trucking Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

News

Fuel Smartsby David CullenMarch 1, 2019

Bipartisan Effort on Capitol Hill Aims to Extend Alt-Fuel Tax Credits

A bipartisan push is under way in Congress to extend through this year certain tax credits that promote the adoption of alternatively powered vehicles.

Read More →
Equipmentby StaffMarch 1, 2019

Dana Acquisition Aimed at Expanding Electrification Capabilities

Dana Incorporated has acquired the Drive Systems segment of the Oerlikon Group, including the Graziano and Fairfield brands.

Read More →
Fleet Managementby Jack RobertsMarch 1, 2019

NACFE Issues Electric Charging Infrastructure Guidance Report

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency released a Guidance Report detailing what fleets can expect in the near term future as an effective charging infrastructure for electric trucks begins to take shape.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Fuel Smartsby Deborah LockridgeMarch 1, 2019

AxleTech Focuses on Electrification for Commercial Vehicles

AxleTech is reinventing itself with a focus on electrified vehicle solutions. By focusing on a “power-agnostic” between-the-wheels electrification technology, it believes it can provide integrated, in-axle systems that provide the same power and efficiency as conventional diesel powertrains – and maybe even better.

Read More →
Driversby Steven MartinezFebruary 28, 2019

OOIDA Once Again Opposes Younger Truck Driver Bill

With the recent reintroduction of a bill that would lower the driving age for heavy-duty truckers operating in interstate commerce, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association has sent a letter to members of Congress in opposition.

Read More →
Fleet Managementby StaffFebruary 28, 2019

Roadrunner Transportation Closes $450 Million Rights Offering

The $450 million rights offering will allow Roadrunner Transportation to pay down debts and expenses and refocus the company after a tumultuous 2018. 

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Fleet Managementby StaffFebruary 28, 2019

FedEx Begins Testing Autonomous Delivery Robot

FedEx has begun evaluation trials of its new SameDay Bot robotic delivery system in Memphis, Tennessee, in partnership with high-profile customers.

Read More →
Fleet Managementby Editorial StaffFebruary 27, 2019

Class 8 Truck Production Remains on Growth Track; Diesel Power Still Tops

Class 8 truck production is forecast to continue its growth trend into 2019 and the diesel engine will remain the dominant power source, per ACT Research and Rhein Associates.

Read More →
Equipmentby Editorial StaffFebruary 27, 2019

Jacobs Partners with West Virginia University to Research Low-Emissions Engine Systems

Jacobs Vehicle Systems announced a collaboration with the Center for Alternative Fuels, Engine, and Emissions at West Virginia University to further define the benefits of the company's latest generation of diesel engine emissions technologies.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Fleet Managementby StaffFebruary 27, 2019

Memphis Mall Finds New Life as Truck Fleet Headquarters

A Memphis, Tennessee, fleet is investing $84 million to turn a derelict shopping mall into its new headquarters facility.

Read More →