Swedish company Einride launches next-generation fully autonomous delivery Pod
STOCKHOLM — While the race to perfect driver-assisted Class 8 trucks continues, Swedish tech mobility company Einride — which put the world’s first heavy-duty electric,
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Navistar counters TRATON’s ultimatum, acquisition could be on horizon
LISLE, Ill. — After receiving what amounted to an ultimatum from TRATON SE in an Oct. 14 letter that held firm to the German company’s
Florida DOT works to keep traffic flowing while recovery efforts continue on Pensacola’s 3-Mile Bridge
PENSACOLA, Fla. — Nearly a month after Hurricane Sally devastated parts of the U.S. Gulf Coast region, demolition and recovery efforts continue on the Pensacola
New Drivewyze Safety+ service provides proactive alerts to prevent violations, crashes
DALLAS — Drivewyze has launched Safety+, a new fleet safety service that provides customizable, proactive driving alerts and context-based driver coaching features. The Safety+ service, delivered
Kenworth enters zero-emissions arena with plans to produce battery-electric T680E next year
KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth on Oct. 14 announced the launch of the Kenworth T680E — the company’s first-ever Class 8 battery-electric model in the manufacturer’s 97-year
TRATON puts brakes on Navistar negotiations; sets Oct. 16 deadline with firm offer of $43 per share
MUNICH — TRATON SE on Oct. 14 put the brakes on negotiations for a higher price per share for Navistar International Corp.. In January 2020,
$27.5 million rehab for Interstate 20 Mississippi River bridge scheduled for completion early next year
MONROE, La. — Work continues on the $27.5 million rehabilitation project for the Interstate 20 Mississippi River Bridge, according to a report released Oct. 14
The Trucker Newspaper – Digital Edition October 15, 2020
The Trucker Newspaper – Digital Edition October 1, 2020: President Trump signs act to preserve funding for infrastructure through FAST Act for another year
FMCSA allows tanker trucks to use pulsating amber or red brake lights to enhance safety
WASHINGTON — Motor carriers hauling tank trailers can now install a red or amber brake-activated pulsating light on the rear of the trailers, according to
Nvidia software to drive Locomation’s human-guided autonomous relay convoy tech
PITTSBURGH — Locomation, a provider of autonomous trucking technology, plans to leverage Nvidia Drive AGX Orin autonomous vehicle computing platform for the commercialization of self-driving trucks
$7.2 million in narcotics hidden in ‘medical supplies’ shipment; seizure is second-largest in border history
SAN DIEGO — More than 3,100 pounds of methamphetamine, fentanyl powder and pills, and heroin were seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at
The Trucker News Channel — Toyota Looks to Electrify
In this episode, we cover Toyota looking to get into the Class 8 electric truck market, border patrol sends a drug-smuggling attempt down the drain
ACT Research analyst upgrades commercial vehicle market forecast across the board
COLUMBUS, Ind. — According to ACT Research’s latest release of the North American Commercial Vehicle OUTLOOK, after pulling the cycle forward in September, ACT’s front-of-the-cycle
Cummins announces its EPA 2021 X12 and X15 Series engines for the North American on-highway truck market
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Cummins Inc. announced today (Oct. 13) the launch of its Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 2021 emissions-compliant X12 and X15 series engines. These
Traxen’s adaptive AI-based cruise control offers enhanced safety plus fuel savings
PLYMOUTH, Mich. — Traxen, a metro Detroit-based trucking-industry technology company has launched an intelligent adaptive cruise control system, iQ-Cruise, designed for both traditional and electric
Trailer orders ‘exploded’ to 52,000 units in September, marking third-highest month on record
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — FTR reported Oct. 12 that preliminary U.S. net trailer orders for September exploded to the third-highest month ever, at 52,000 units. September’s
Texas opens new state-of-the-art truck inspection facility on I-10 in Guadalupe County
AUSTIN, Texas — The newest, most state-of-the-art truck inspection facility in Texas is now open on Interstate 10 at Seguin. The facility was dedicated Oct.
CAT Scale Rig of the Week — Eva Knelsen
Eva Knelsen, a driver for West Coast Transportation, draws more than a few second looks as she travels along the highway in “Ken Worth,” a
Indiana officially names U.S. 20 ‘Medal of Honor Memorial Highway’
ANGOLA, Ind.— The stretch of U.S. 20 running through Indiana is now officially the “Medal of Honor Memorial Highway.” A naming ceremony and sign unveiling,
Heated headlights designed to prevent buildup of snow, ice in winter driving conditions
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Winter weather has already arrived in some parts of the U.S. and Canada, creating hazardous driving condition for commercial truckers and