Volvo Trucks new VNL touts engine, transmission enhancements
Volvo says its engineers overhauled the Volvo D13 engine and I-Shift transmission — let’s see what’s changed.
ELFA’s top 10 equipment acquisition trends for 2024
The association, which represents the $1 trillion equipment finance sector, predicts businesses will be investing and financing a lot, this year.
FTR Shippers Conditions Index improved in November
The freight transportation forecasting company says falling diesel prices are to thank for the uptick.
PACCAR achieves record annual revenues, net income
PACCAR Parts reported a record annual pre-tax income of $1.7 billion and revenues of $6.41 billion.
ACT Research suggests moderating 2024 trailer activity
Based on 2023-ending data, ACT research says 2024 “more about hoping and coping than full steam ahead” for trailer market
Five truck trend takeaways from January
Only one month into 2024 and there are already some major announcements and bold predictions to unpack.
MAN eTruck launch sees near-sellout
Chief executive officer Alexander Vlaskamp says MAN’s EV technology is on track, but infrastructure could be an issue.
FTR Trucking Conditions Index improves slightly in November
Still in the negatives, the slight raise comes largely due to lower fuel costs.
NAFA unveils 2024 educational offerings
In-person or online, NAFA’s list of courses aims to improve your fleet management capabilities.
Western Star adds vocational truck safety features
The X-series vocational trucks will be adding a new active brake assist feature, among other options.
Great Dane names new EVP of manufacturing
The new hire is tasked with improving manufacturing efficiency and sustainability.
Hexagon Purus to supply hydrogen storage for heavy-duty Ford fuel cell truck
Hexagon Purus collaborated with Ford in Horizon Europe’s ZEFES project for a hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck.
