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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeNovember 21, 2023

A Closer Look at Volvo’s Super-Efficient SuperTruck 2

More details about how Volvo Trucks North America blasted the Department of Energy's freight efficiency goals out of the water in its SuperTruck 2.

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Newsby StaffOctober 20, 2023

Transtex Adds Edge Fin to Boost CARB Drag Reduction Rating

Transtex said it now has the only commercially available California Air Resources Board pre-approved Bin V aerodynamic solution for heavy-duty trailers.

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Newsby Jim ParkOctober 13, 2023

Volvo’s SuperTruck 2 Goes Long on Aero, Lightweighting; Ups Freight Efficiency 134%

Volvo Trucks busted the SuperTruck 2 100% freight efficiency improvement target using an entirely reshaped cab, a 4x2 drive train, very advanced trailer aerodynamics, and a 48-volt micro-hybrid energy recovery system.

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Articlesby Jim ParkOctober 10, 2023

5 Strategies to Complement Your Powertrain Spec

When you're spec'ing a powertrain for a new truck, the process isn’t finished even after all the calculations are done and the appropriate ratios sorted out. You’re leaving money on the table if you walk away without considering the impact the rest of your spec has on fuel efficiency.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 6, 2023

Michelin Debuts X One Pre-Mold Long-Haul Retreads

Michelin has added its X One Line Energy D2 and X One XDS2 pre-mold retreads to the company’s next-generation wide-base single tire portfolio, designed for the long-haul market.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 2, 2023

Bridgestone Updates Ultra-Wide Tire for Long-Haul Fleets

Bridgestone Americas introduced the Greatec M703 Ecopia ultra-wide-base tire for long-haul and regional applications.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2023

HDT Announces 2023 Top Green Fleets

Heavy Duty Trucking has named the 2023 Top Green Fleets, which identifies some of the greenest fleets in the country.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2023

Navistar Hits 16 MPG with SuperTruck II

Navistar said its SuperTruck II project truck achieved a 170% improvement in freight efficiency in road tests.

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Articlesby Jim ParkJune 6, 2023

How Retreads Can Help Reduce a Truck Fleet’s Carbon Footprint

Fuel-efficient retreads lower tire costs while lessening the fleet’s carbon footprint — and your fuel spend.

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2023

Sustainable Fleets 2023: The Road from Diesel to ZEVs

Over the past year, public policy and new funding have shifted more emphasis to building the zero-emissions commercial vehicle market, according to the fourth annual State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief.

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