The 12 brands in the deal include Fram, Autolite and Trico, according to聽court documents聽dated March 25.聽
March 27, 2026Fleet Equipment News
Commercial freight transportation is a machine-based business. Highly technical equipment and advanced engineering are at the center of supply chain and require constant innovation. Transport Topics equipment coverage focuses on the machines and other physical assets that make delivery possible. It looks closely at available truck, trailer, and chassis models, developments in the engineering space, and maintenance innovations and best practices.
German Engine Maker Deutz鈥檚 Pivot to Defense Pays Off
The agricultural engine maker pushes deeper into defense, positioning itself to benefit from Europe鈥檚 rearmament drive.
March 27, 2026Trailer Orders Slow as Fleets Shift Priorities
U.S. trailer orders in February came in below prior-year results as the sector began working down peak-season backlogs, according to ACT Research data.
March 26, 2026Windrose鈥檚 First US Deliveries Due in May Through Xos
Customer deliveries of Windrose tractors are expected to begin in May, Xos CEO Dakota Semler told Transport Topics in an exclusive interview.
March 26, 2026Class 8 Sales in February Hit Eighth Month Below Prior Year
Omdia Automotive data showed February sales fell 17.4% to 12,992 units from 15,725 a year earlier. But sales rose 5.7% from January鈥檚 12,287 units.
March 26, 2026ATA Truck Tonnage Reaches 3-Year High in February
Freight tonnage in February reached its highest level in three years, American Trucking Associations reported March 24.
March 26, 2026Lawmakers Push to Keep AM Radio in Cars
Lawmakers appear poised to pass legislation this year that would mandate automakers keep AM receivers in cars.聽
March 26, 2026Pony AI Delivers First-Ever Profitable Quarter
Pony AI has set a goal of deploying robotaxis with partners in more than 20 cities worldwide this year.
March 26, 2026Moving Crews Help Rescue Kidnapped Girl After Amber Alert
Moving crews from Camelback Moving helped rescue a kidnapped girl after spotting her at a convenience store, blocking the suspect鈥檚 vehicle and alerting police.
March 25, 2026What Comes Next for Class 8 Orders?
Order season for North American original equipment manufacturers typically kicks off in September, but this past fall and winter saw a lag in commitments.
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