Engines/Drivetrains, Other Webasto Charging Systems offering NACS connector option July 20, 2023 Webasto Charging Systems is offering a North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector option for its charging systems. The company says it had already developed a fully…
Engines/Drivetrains, Trucks Electrovaya eyes heavy trucks with new lithium-ion battery packs July 20, 2023 Canadian lithium-ion battery manufacturer Electrovaya says it is adding Infinity-HV batteries for commercial trucks to its product line. The Infinity-HV systems are aimed at heavy-duty, high-voltage…
Engines/Drivetrains, Trucks Mullen Automotive set to build first commercial EVs July 20, 2023 Electric truck maker Mullen Automotive says Class 3 commercial vehicles will begin rolling off its assembly line in the coming weeks. It has scheduled a launch event for Aug. 24…
Software Truckstop adds FreightFriend July 19, 2023 Load-matching provider Truckstop has purchased FreightFriend, an artificial intelligence-driven cloud-based capacity and freight management platform. “At Truckstop, we continue to invest in our industry-leading freight marketplace…
Other, Trailers Carrier’s new Vector TRUs more environmentally friendly July 18, 2023 Carrier Transicold is now offering two premium performance versions of its Vector trailer refrigeration units (TRUs) to reduce emissions while delivering “ultra-high” efficiencies. “The new Vector…
Engines/Drivetrains, Trucks Bollinger Motors builds first all-electric Class 4 chassis cabs July 18, 2023 Bollinger Motors has begun pilot builds of its B4 all-electric chassis cabs to validate designs. The Class 4 chassis cab is being built in partnership with…
Other CIFFA takes freight forwarding training global July 11, 2023 The Canadian International Freight Forwarders Association (CIFFA) has created a new educational arm geared towards freight forwarding organizations and students outside of Canada. TraversEd builds on…
Other, Trailers, Trucks Optronics’ new MCL marker/clearance lights offer greater customization July 11, 2023 Optronics International is offering a new line of uniquely shaped MCL Series marker/clearance lights it says gives trailer OEMs more signature design opportunities, and owner-operators the…
Software DAT Freight & Analytics introduces features to fight fraud July 11, 2023 DAT Freight & Analytics has introduced new initiatives to reduce the risk of fraud and double brokering in the trucking industry. “Fraud is on the rise,…
Other OOIDA offering business course for owner-operators July 10, 2023 Aspiring owner-operators can get a primer on succeeding in the business from the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA). The OOIDA Foundation is offering its annual Truck…
Engines/Drivetrains, Lubes/Fluids Rislone introduces new DPF cleaner June 28, 2023 Rislone has come out with a new DPF Clean Diesel DPF Exhaust and Emissions System cleaner, which it says cleans the fuel, exhaust and emissions systems…
Other, Trailers Carrier Transicold expands solar offerings June 28, 2023 Carrier Transicold has expanded its line of solar charging systems for transport refrigeration units (TRUs), giving customers more choices and faster charging options. “Rapid gains in…
Tires/Wheels New Cooper Work Series trailer tire for high-scrub applications June 28, 2023 Goodyear has introduced a new Cooper Work Series RHT 2 tire for better fuel economy and durability in high-scrub applications. The tire is SmartWay verified and…
Other, Trucks Love’s Travel Stops adding truck washes at some locations June 27, 2023 Love’s Travel Stops has opened its first truck washes at several U.S. locations. The first to offer washes include: Harrisonville, Mo., and Pauls Valley, Okla. The…
Software Nexiq updates eTechnician to support EPA21 Hinos June 21, 2023 Nexiq has upgraded eTechnician to support EPA21 Hino trucks. The update is part of eTechnician 2.8, which enables PC-based bidirectional diagnostic support for Hino. “Medium- and…
