PHOENIX — When a crash happens, it is a carrier’s policies, procedures and routines that could lead to a nuclear verdict.
May 2, 2024Fleet 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.
Safety Practices, Culture Help Carriers Reduce Liability
Technology Tools Help Carriers Reduce Risk, Improve Safety
PHOENIX — More actionable data, onboard safety technology and new equipment are helping carriers focus their safety efforts, customize coaching and reduce the risk of a crash.
May 2, 2024New Mississippi Law Targets Predatory Towers
Mississippi lawmakers dealt a blow to predatory towing companies that target heavy trucks with a new law that will take effect July 1.
May 2, 2024Daimler CEO: Lack of Electric Truck Chargers a Top Concern
The world’s biggest commercial vehicle maker warned that slow progress adding charging infrastructure is threatening the shift to zero-emission trucking.
May 2, 2024Fullbay’s Guide To Technician Recruitment and Retention
Finding and keeping skilled techs is more challenging than ever before. But our new guide outlines the strategies that you can use to source, hire, and retain the best techs on the market. You'll learn about creating engaging job ads, building a talent network, improving shop culture with competitive compensation, and positioning your shop as a top choice for techs.  Â
May 1, 2024Eaton Q1 Profit Jumps 28.7% as Margins Increase
Profits at Eaton Corp. soared in the first quarter as sales and margins jumped at the component manufacturer’s largest reporting unit — Electrical Americas.
May 1, 2024Paccar Q1 Profit Rises, Earnings Top Expectations
Profits at Paccar Inc. surged 63.5% in the first quarter of 2024, outstripping analysts’ expectations.
May 1, 2024Stellantis Shipments Fall Amid Transition to New Vehicles
Stellantis NV said its first-quarter revenue decreased 12% to $44.7 billion compared to last year as the company transitions to making a number of next-generation vehicles.
April 30, 2024DB Schenker to Carry Out Range Energy Trailer Testing in H2
DB Schenker will carry out a pilot program testing Range Energy’s electrified dry van trailers in the second half of 2024, the startup said.
April 30, 2024Peterbilt Introduces Additional Mirrors for 579, 567 Models
Peterbilt is set to offer digital vision system-mirrors for its Models 579 and 567, and the truck maker expects to improve truck drivers’ visibility options and safety, it said.
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