Bosch and Hanwha have invested more than $230 million in Nikola
Nikola Corporation has announced two strategic investors from its prior funding rounds. Bosch and Hanwha have each invested at least $100 million, totaling $230 million.
ATRI study quantifies driver detention impacts
The American Transportation Research Institute has released the results of a new analysis on the safety and productivity impacts of truck driver detention at customer facilities. The analysis is based on over 1,900 truck driver and motor carrier surveys conducted in 2014 and 2018.
Dana acquires Nordresa Motors
Dana Incorporated has acquired Nordresa Motors, Inc., which is involved in the integration and application engineering for the development and commercialization of electric powertrains for commercial vehicles.
First 100% electric Ford F-59 in production for SEA Electric
SEA Electric is developing the first Ford F-59 100% electric van in production at Ford’s Detroit Chassis Plant.
NACFE announces drivers for Run On Less Regional
Ten drivers have been selected to participate in Run on Less Regional, a fuel efficiency roadshow produced by title sponsor Shell, the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), and Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI).
Heavy-duty market conditions continue to deteriorate, ACT Research says
According to ACT Research’s latest release of the North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook, expectations for the Class 8 and trailer markets anticipate an immanent pullback in build rates, as market conditions continue to deteriorate, ACT says.
Key risk to N.A. CV market forecasts is trade war with China, ACT Research says
According to ACT Research’s latest release of the North American Commercial Vehicle Outlook, the key risk to all commercial vehicle market forecasts remains the on-again trade war with China, but well-positioned consumers are keeping the U.S. economy out of the ditch.
TGI-Connect, PressurePro unveil integration plans
TGI-Connect and PressurePro have announced their intent to integrate technology. Announced in conjunction with the opening of Trimble’s In.Sight User Conference, the completion of this integration would feature wireless connectivity between the solutions, allowing fleets immediate access to real-time tire condition reports for each of their trailers, powered or not.
Bretthauer Oil offering biodiesel, renewable blend
Bretthauer Oil has announced the availability of REG Ultra Clean Diesel for bulk delivery and for purchase at Bretthauer Oil cardlock sites in Hillsboro, Ore., and McMinnville, Ore.
Pro-Vision announces line of 4G mobile video systems
With the addition of 4G modems to Pro-Vision video recording systems, users can use a 4G connection to track their fleet vehicles, receive event notifications and access cameras views in real time.
Fleetrite Parts will open six new retail locations
Navistar International Corp.’s aftermarket truck and bus parts brand, Fleetrite Parts, celebrated 50 years in business on Sept. 2. In conjunction with the anniversary, the brand will open six new retail locations—five in North America and Latin America’s first.
SAF-Holland appoints Kent Jones as president – Americas
SAF-Holland has appointed Kent Jones as president – Americas, while Steffen Schewerda, president – Americas and member of the group management board has stepped down.
