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Mack Adds to MD Electric Sales Push With Off-Grid Charging Unit

NEW ORLEANS — Mack Trucks will introduce an off-grid charging unit that is attached to an MD Electric, the OEM said March 5 at the Technology & Maintenance Council's annual showcase.

March 6, 2024
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Traton Q4 Profit Receives Boost From Higher Prices

Profits at Traton Group rose in the fourth quarter of 2023 on the back of an improved truck market globally and higher prices, the owner of U.S. Class 8 brand International said.

March 6, 2024
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Houthi Missile Attack Kills 3 Aboard a Ship in Gulf of Aden

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A missile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels on a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden killed three of its crew members and forced survivors to abandon the vessel March 6.

March 6, 2024
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GM Collaborates to Produce Medium-Duty Hydrogen FCEV Trucks

General Motors' hydrogen fuel cell business is working on a $65 million pilot program for hydrogen-based work site products centered around medium-duty, fuel-cell powered trucks.

March 6, 2024
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SEC Approves Landmark Emissions Disclosure Rule

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 6 approved a rule that will require some public companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks.

March 6, 2024
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Uber Partners With Revel to Expand Charging Network

Uber struck a partnership with EV ride-hailing startup Revel Transit to make charging stations in New York more accessible as it inches toward making all trips zero-emission by 2030.

March 6, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Aperia Unveils New Tire Management and Self-Inflator System

NEW ORLEANS — Aperia Technologies introduced a new connected tire monitoring and self-inflation system that can be deployed on both medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, as well as trailers.

March 5, 2024
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Hexagon Agility Plans January Expansion to Meet X15N Demand

NEW ORLEANS — Hexagon Agility plans to expand its manufacturing capacity next year to meet expected demand for Cummins’ upcoming X15N natural gas fueled engine, an executive said March 4.

March 5, 2024
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New Target Membership Plan Will Offer Free Same-Day Delivery

Target Corp. is launching a new paid membership program, moving to catch up with rivals whose own subscription plans are well established.

March 5, 2024
BusinessEquipment

Update: First Yellow Trucks and Trailers Up for Auction

J.D. Power's Chris Visser says auction prices have been stable after a busier-than-usual January.

March 5, 2024

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