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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.

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Medium-Duty Sales Rise in April to Clear 19,000

April U.S. retail sales in Classes 4-7 rose 23.9% to more than 19,000 vehicles, reflecting gains in all segments, WardsAuto .com reported.

May 17, 2021
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Ford Visit Offers Symbolic Backdrop for Biden’s EV Agenda

President Joe Biden’s planned visit May 18 to the Dearborn, Mich., Ford Motor Co. Rouge Electric Vehicle Center that will build an electric version of the F-150 pickup will showcase what experts say is a powerfully symbolic example of a zero-emission vehicle with mass market appeal, built in the U.S. by union workers.

May 17, 2021
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Advocates Seek Funding for California Hydrogen Infrastructure

In a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom, executives of 25 multinational companies — including Cellcentric, Cummins and Nikola Motor Co. — called for major new investments in hydrogen infrastructure in California.

May 17, 2021
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Continental Marks 150 Years With Story of Its History

Continental announced it will be celebrating its 150th year in business later this year.

May 14, 2021
BusinessEquipment

Organizers Postpone 2021 NACV Show

The North American Commercial Vehicle Show has been postponed for 2021, the organizers announced.

May 14, 2021
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As Canadian ELD 'Progressive Enforcement Period' Nears, Expert Urges Training

Although no devices have been approved for drivers, Canada’s electronic logging device mandate is less than a month away and fleets should prepare accordingly.

May 14, 2021
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomous

Embark Trucks Add HP to Partner Development Program

Self-driving truck technology developer Embark Trucks Inc. announced HP Inc. is joining its partner development program to test and deploy autonomous freight and provide data and feedback to Embark.

May 14, 2021
Equipment

State of Heavy Duty Repair and Fleet Maintenance in 2021

In this webinar, industry leaders from Fullbay explore the state of the heavy-duty repair industry, including regional revenue trends, hiring challenges, shop demographics, technician rates and efficiencies, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and more.

May 13, 2021
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Louisiana House Takes Action on Staged Accidents Involving Trucks

The Louisiana House has passed a bill that would make staging an accident with a car or truck a serious state crime.

May 13, 2021
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Forklift Driving Becomes Desk Job in Phantom-Mitsubishi Deal

Phantom Auto, a California-based startup focusing on remote vehicle operation, has struck a deal to provide logistics equipment heavyweight Mitsubishi Logisnext Co. with software that enables forklifts to be operated remotely from thousands of miles away.

May 13, 2021

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