Hard Working Trucks Staff (HWT)TrucksMercedes all-electric eActros trucks to undergo fleet testingMercedes-Benz Trucks announced today that its all-electric eActros straight truck will enter real-world testing in Germany and Switzerland. Ten cab-over trucks, which offer a range of up to 125 miles, will be distributed among 10 fleets that normally use diesel-powered trucks to deliver groceries, building supplies and raw materials. Two variants with a gross vehicle […]February 21, 2018ProductsTuffy compartment cover now available for 2005-2018 Toyota TacomaTuffy Security Products is now offering the Security Cubby Cover for 2005-2018 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab pickups. The heavy-duty locking cover fits over the existing plastic OEM cubby located behind the rear seat to offer added protection against theft. Made of heavy-duty 16-gauge and 1/8-inch thick welded steel with a continuous steel hinge, the Security […]February 21, 2018ProductsKleinn train horn available for 2009-2018 Ram trucksYou can power air tools, inflate tires and let plenty of people know that you’re coming with a Kleinn air horn. Kleinn recently announced that its direct fit onboard air and train horn system is available for 2009-2018 Ram 1500 trucks. The bolt-on kit features a 150 PSI waterproof air compressor with 3-gallon air tank along […]February 20, 2018ProductsPhillips Industries releases additional light-duty trailer harnessesPhillips Industries announced that it’s expanded its wire harness line-up for light duty trailer applications like tagalong, equipment, landscape and utility trailers. These new corrosion resistant products include the following additional plug and socket harness repair/replacement pieces and additions to the 4 & 6-way light duty electrical assembly family: STA-DRY 4 & 6-way straight cables, […]February 19, 2018TrucksFuel cell truck fleet in China looks to be world’s largestBallard Power Systems announced today what appears to be the world’s largest planned deployment of 500 fuel cell electric commercial trucks in Shanghai, China. Each of the 500 Dongfeng Special Vehicle trucks is now licensed, plated and powered by a 30 kilowatt fuel cell engine that was designed and integrated by Shanghai Reinventing Fire Technology Company […]February 15, 2018TrucksVolvo Trucks surpasses 100 Certified Uptime Center truck dealershipsVolvo Trucks’ North American dealer network has surpassed more than 100 Certified Uptime Centers, the truck maker announced Thursday. To qualify as a Volvo Certified Uptime Center, a dealer location must be fully proficient in 28 key categories related to efficient service and repair. They range from consistent use of proven diagnostic tools to workshop […]February 15, 2018ProductsFlex-A-Lite launches new line of transmission & engine oil coolersFlex-A-Lite has launched a new line of advanced transmission and engine-oil coolers. The all-aluminum coolers have been optimized for typical oil viscosities and uses and are designed to provide better cooling without significantly decreasing oil pressure. “The new Flex-A-Lite transmission coolers provide class-leading cooling for the toughest environments, such as racing and towing. They are […]February 15, 2018TrucksThe ‘Amazon’ effect: fleets moving to the cloud to power e-commerceEditor’s note: This is the second part of a three-part series on how transportation companies are using technology to meet the demands of e-commerce. Part 1 covered dispatch planning systems. Motor carriers of all types are feeling the “Amazon effect” as e-commerce sales grow between 20 and 25 percent every year. The effect is the […]February 14, 2018TrucksWebinar on Thursday provides fleets & OEMs tips on accessing nearly $3B in VW settlement moneyThe Volkswagen ‘Dieselgate’ settlement will provide $2.925 billion in incentive funding for clean transportation projects across the U.S. While the settlement has created a wealth of opportunity, fleets and OEMs face the daunting challenge of tracking 70-plus state-specific funding programs, sifting through the legal jargon in 633 densely packed pages in the three partial consent […]February 13, 2018TrucksFleets retooling to meet the expectations of e-commerceTransportation companies of all types are feeling the impacts of e-commerce, whether or not their operations intersect directly with the hot business-to-consumer (B2C) market. Forrester, a leading research firm, projects that 17 percent of all U.S. retail sales will move online by 2022. This is a significant jump from the approximately 12.7 percent of retail […]February 12, 2018Previous PagePage 58 of 145Next PageTop StoriesBusinessLandstar seeking potential Mexico exitLandstar is seeking to sell or dispose of Mexican subsidiary Landstar Metro.BusinessC.R. England backs massive rail mergerBusinessWhat does the Werner case mean for the future of nuclear verdicts?MaintenanceEPA asks truck OEMs to end 5 mph engine derate for aftertreatment woesFeatured SponsorCargo theft is on the rise. Learn strategies to protect your trucks, trailers and freight.
