Equipment
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Courtesy of Locomation
Staying ahead of the curve on truck autonomy
Fleets can take action now to prepare for the disruption, as OEMs begin integrating the technology into their equipment.
By Sarah Fuller • Jan. 12, 2021 -
How cameras change the narrative on truck driver safety
Fleets using in-cab cameras said they pay for themselves within months, as video exonerates drivers in crashes and drops insurance premiums.
By Jim Stinson • Jan. 11, 2021 -
Courtesy of Lion Electric
Lion Electric's journey to the NYSE, explained
Special purpose acquisition companies, or SPACs, are trendy, and they have been helping green truck companies go public.
By Jim Stinson • Jan. 05, 2021 -
Pixabay
8 transport-focused startups to watch in 2021
Startups are entering the market and raising millions to solve common pain points in trucking, from load matching to parking availability.
By Heather Larson • Jan. 03, 2020 -
Courtesy of Nikola
Trucking accelerates toward 'inevitable future' of EVs
In 2020, several states set the stage to mandate zero-emissions trucks, but OEMs must bring economically viable options to the market.
By Sarah Fuller • Dec. 23, 2020 -
The risks and rewards of truck platooning
Widespread adoption won't be possible without driver buy-in to a technology that one expert called "boring."
By Heather Larson • Dec. 16, 2020 -
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Tyson Foods reflects on the benefits of using cameras instead of mirrors
The company expanded its pilot to 55 trucks after promising results and positive driver feedback. The next step is realizing a return on investment.
By Amanda Loudin • Dec. 10, 2020 -
Courtesy of AstraZeneca
Boyle Transportation: 'Wicked tight' capacity challenges the vaccine supply chain
Inventory restocking and a slowed pipeline of new drivers is converging with a condensed vaccine development timeline.
By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 07, 2020 -
Unscheduled maintenance becomes less frequent but more expensive
A reactive maintenance industry leaves fleets playing repair "whack-a-mole," one expert said.
By Jim Stinson • Dec. 03, 2020 -
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Pfizer's vaccine transport requires more than just reefer trucks
Carriers will draw on years of experience in pharma logistics, specialized deliveries and even transporting ice cream.
By Jim Stinson • Dec. 01, 2020 -
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S&P: Hydrogen economic viability unlikely before 2030
Hydrogen fuel cells have greater range and recharge faster than batteries in use in the automobile industry. Decarbonization policies and government incentives could encourage adoption.
By Emma Penrod • Dec. 01, 2020 -
Courtesy of Daimler Trucks North America
Making the case to the C-suite for electric trucks
Fleets have work to do before electric Class 8 trucks hit the mass market — and company culture is part of that.
By Heather Larson • Nov. 25, 2020 -
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OpinionNot just ROI: 8 other factors fleets should consider as EV adoption accelerates
Separating hype from reality is key to avoid falling into the "messy middle," the author writes.
By Daniel Haake • Nov. 19, 2020 -
Courtesy of Volvo Lights
Fleets lack motivation to invest in electric trucks
Many fleets are waiting for the market to mature, and unknowns make it difficult to calculate the total cost of ownership.
By Sarah Fuller • Nov. 18, 2020 -
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Density, data, digital: US Xpress' secrets to high asset utilization
The more tractors and trailers in use, the more efficient and revenue-generating the fleet — and the better pitch it can make to drivers paid per mile.
By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 18, 2020 -
Courtesy of Navistar
Cummins and Navistar prototype hydrogen truck with 300-mile range
Werner will add the truck to its fleet and use it in regional and local delivery operations out of Fontana, California.
By Jim Stinson • Nov. 12, 2020 -
Courtesy of Nikola
Nikola: Biden administration bodes well for the business model
The OEM's outward optimism hasn't camouflaged its troubles. Net losses are up, and the uncertain GM deal looms large.
By Sarah Fuller • Nov. 11, 2020 -
Courtesy of YRC Worldwide
YRC orders 950 trailers, 300 tractors to replace aging fleet
The LTL firm has spent about 10% of its $700 million federal government loan on equipment.
By Jim Stinson • Nov. 03, 2020 -
Schneider: Too many loads, too few drivers
Daily tender rejections reached record levels in Q3.
By Jim Stinson • Oct. 29, 2020 -
Ryder sells record number of used trucks as owner-operators enter the market
The company sold 8,800 used trucks in Q3 as a rising freight market fueled equipment demand.
By Jim Stinson • Oct. 29, 2020 -
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Elon Musk: Battery constraints keep Tesla from ramping up Semi production
The Semi requires "five-ish times" more cells than a passenger vehicle, according to Musk, which makes it challenging to scale manufacturing of the Class 8 electric truck.
By Sarah Fuller • Oct. 26, 2020 -
Daimler orders up 60% as lower build rates push fleets to order
North America's largest truck maker doesn't expect any further major bumps in the road caused by COVID-19.
By Jim Stinson • Oct. 23, 2020 -
Courtesy of Volvo Trucks
Volvo wins $21.7M in grants to deploy electric trucks in California
Fleets will receive the trucks starting in 2021 and will be able to operate them for at least a year as the OEM collects data.
By Sarah Fuller • Oct. 20, 2020 -
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Paccar picks up business as e-commerce, construction demand rise
The OEM behind the Kenworth and Peterbilt brands has captured nearly 30% of the North American market.
By Jim Stinson • Oct. 20, 2020 -
Courtesy of Navistar
Traton to acquire Navistar for $3.7B, entering the North American truck market
The freight market is poised for long-term growth, opening up sales opportunities for OEMs.
By Jim Stinson • Oct. 19, 2020
