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Business
Autocar debuts first new conventional in three decades
After 31 years, Autocar is bringing in a new severe-duty refuse truck to the industry that features ultra-high-strength 160,000 PSI steel frame rails and more.
May 8, 2019
Vocational
Mack unveils all-electric LR refuse truck
Mack has gone electric. The iconic truck maker unveiled its highly anticipated all-electric Mack LR refuse truck today at WasteExpo 2019. Powered by an electric Mack drivetrain, the Mack LR Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) demonstrator will begin real-world testing in 2020 in the demanding operations of the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY). “The Mack LR […]
May 7, 2019
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2018 F-650 recall for brake light issue
Curbtender is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 and QT06 vehicles with curbtenders equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed. If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a […]
May 7, 2019
Class 3-6
Seat cushion recall for Ford Transit, Transit Connect & Ram ProMaster
TransitWorks is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Transit, 2018 Ford Transit Connect, and 2016 Ram ProMaster vans modified to be equipped with Freedman Seating GO-ES seats. When the back seat cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in […]
May 7, 2019
Business
Back from the future: Autonomous truck developer Levandowski discusses his latest self-driving truck venture
Anthony Levandowski has created an innovative aftermarket, Level 2 driver-assist system, he believes will add immediate value to the industry. Details on CCJ.
May 7, 2019
Trucks
WABCO announces 2019 Demo Days
WABCO announced that it is taking its technologies on the road with its continuing series of demo days across the U.S. WABCO Demo Days, which the company started more than two decades ago, allow customers to experience the company’s technologies on vehicles in on-road situations. WABCO’s 2019 Demo Days program recently visited Fontana, Calif., and Portland, Ore. […]
May 6, 2019
Class 3-6
Defective seat leads to Ford, Ram van recall
Certain 2016-2018 Ford Transit and Ram ProMaster vans equipped with Freedman GO-ES Foldaway Seats are being recalled because of a seat defect. When the seat back cushion is rotated from the stowed position to the upright position, the seat cushion may not remain locked into place when under load, such as in a crash or […]
May 5, 2019
Trucks
Electric truck growth ‘far more rapid’ than industry anticipated, Meritor says
Meritor CEO Jay Craig believes his company and many others in the commercial vehicle industry missed the mark when it came to determining just how big of a role powertrain electrification would come to play this past year. “I was wrong and many others in our industry were wrong with the pace of that change […]
May 3, 2019
Business
Meritor: Electric was underestimated, batteries, legislation driving growth
Meritor CEO discusses how the commercial vehicle market underestimated the future and potential for growth with batteries in the industry. Get details on CCJ.
May 3, 2019
Business
Drivers play a key role in load security
Truck drivers don’t have a lot of say in their trucking companies' anti-theft strategy even though they play important roles in cargo securement and security.
May 3, 2019
Trucks
Accident-free UPS driver retires after 43 years, 6 million miles
Anyone who’s ever driven in Atlanta traffic can’t help but be impressed with the driving record of recently-retired UPS driver Jimmy Howard. After 43 years and six million miles navigating the whacky and often frustrating roads and highways of Atlanta, Howard retired accident free—both on-the-job and during his personal commutes as well. Howard credits God […]
May 2, 2019
Business
Chrome options for Kenworth W990 now available
Kenworth customers can now customize their W990 with a selection of more than 80 chrome and lighting options and more than 430 bumper options. Details on CCJ.
May 1, 2019
Business
Trucking stakeholders applaud bill that would repeal truck tax
A bill to repeal federal excise tax levied on heavy trucks and trailers was introduced to the U.S. House. Find out why trucking stakeholders favor it on CCJ.
May 1, 2019
CCJ Innovators
CCJ Innovator: Atlas Trucking takes area’s maintenance matters into its own hands
Atlas Fleet Services opened its 73,000 square-feet, three-shift, 24-hour commercial repair facility in January. Read more on this at Commercial Carrier Journal.
May 1, 2019
Trucks
Lightning Systems announces new powertrain for F-59
Fleets looking to buy new zero-emission step-side vans or retrofit their current vehicles can turn to Lightning Systems and their newly announced battery-electric powertrain options for Ford’s popular F-59. Lightning’s 241-hp powertrain delivers 790 lb.-ft. of torque and is available for all F-59 variants ranging from 16,000 to 22,000-pound GVWR. The Colorado-based company has already […]
April 30, 2019
Business
Load security strategy is multi-layered, now technology-enabled
According to a recent cargo theft report from SensiGuard, cargo theft incidents across the United States dipped significantly in 2018 in comparison to 2017.
April 30, 2019
Business
Nikola CEO Trevor Milton sounds off on electric, fuel cell and pollution challenges
Nikola Motor Company's CEO discusses future of electric trucks in regard to pollution and emission issues in the U.S. Read more on Commercial Carrier Journal.
April 26, 2019
Business
NACFE study: Improved driver retention, more alt fuel use possible in growing regional hauling segment
The North American Council for Freight Efficiency took advantage at the ACT Expo and shared details of its most recent report on regional haul opportunities.
April 25, 2019
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