The National Private Truck Council again rolled into Cincinnati for its annual meeting, this year from April 29 through May 1. Here's a look at some of the standout technologies on the show floor. Photos: Executive Editor David Cullen.
National Private Truck Council Meeting in Photos
Ryder showed off this Chanje battery-electric cargo van, which it has begun offering to rental customers in California.
Electric motor under the hood of the Chanje van.
Chanje van demonstrates that it can 'fuel up' pretty much anywhere.
The Mack Anthem with its Bulldog-bold styling has a way of standing out wherever it shows up.
Stoneridge demonstrated its MirrorEye camera-based mirrorless solution.
Chanje instrument panel and tablet-style display makes for a clean interior look.
Chanje instrumentation includes this range indicator that counts down the expected miles until recharging will be required.
Kinedyne demonstrated its load-rated curtain-wall system, suitable for trailers up to 53 feet.
Cincinnati's landmark Nederland Plaza always serves as the host hotel for the NPTC meeting. The Art Deco masterpiece opened in 1931.
Strick built this heavy-duty 53-foot van specifically to stand up to the abuse of the just-in-time forklifting of parts needed for manufacturing automobiles.
A key feature of the Strick auto-parts van is this translucent fiberglass roof that has the support bows on the exterior to prevent forklifts from ripping the roof.
This Walgreens trailer promotes the Red Nose Day nonprofit, which is dedicated to ending child poverty.