GM, Autocar collaborate on zero-tailpipe-emissions commercial vehicles
These jointly developed trucks will be powered by GM’s Hydrotec power cubes.
Detroit commemorates 85 years of manufacturing services
Over the decades, it expanded its product line to encompass more than engines, including automated manual transmission, axles, battery-electric components and more.
CARB, truck and engine manufacturers announce clean truck partnership
California prepares for a phased-in transition toward 100% sale and use of zero-emissions technology for medium- and-heavy duty vehicles by 2045.
Dorman releases 250 new vehicle parts
Among the new parts are upgraded engine hoses for 2017-2019 Ford F-250 through F-450 trucks.
The first EV application just happens to be the last mile
Given the range limitations, commercial EVs are primed for last-mile deliveries, and the headlines surrounding that application have been numerous: • Customers across the U.S. will begin to see custom electric delivery vehicles from Rivian delivering their Amazon packages, with the electric vehicles hitting the road in Baltimore, Chicago, Dallas, Kansas City, Nashville, Phoenix, San
Penske Logistics honored by GM with Supplier of the Year awards
Penske Logistics’ work in the automotive sector has been recognized by long-time customer General Motors, with a pair of 2021 Supplier of the Year awards, at GM’s recent Phoenix awards ceremony. Penske took home the hardware in the Lead Logistics Provider (LLP) category for services provided in Mexico, and for Dedicated Delivery Service (DDS) efforts to transport service parts
Hyliion announces Jay Craig to join board of directors
Hyliion Holdings Corp. has announced that Jeffrey A. Craig will join its board of directors. Craig oversaw the advancement of Meritor’s product portfolio during his tenure as chief executive officer, where he guided the development of a multitude of electrification products—some of which are now used on the Hyliion Hypertruck ERX. Craig also worked closely
GM to expand hydrogen fuel cell technology, here’s our take
General Motors has announced new commercial applications of its Hydrotec fuel cell technology. Hydrotec projects, which are currently in development, from heavy-duty trucks to aerospace and locomotives, are being planned for use beyond vehicles for power generation. GM is planning multiple Hydrotec-based power generators, all powered by GM’s Generation 2 Hydrotec fuel cell power cubes,
TMC, SAE ITC collaborate on integrated vehicle health management technologies
SAE ITC and the American Trucking Associations announced an agreement between ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council and the Health Ready Components and Systems Consortium for use of the Council’s Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards (VMRS) in helping to implement integrated vehicle health management technologies. “With several new programs having been identified for this approach, including autonomous
Geotab, GM expand integrated telematics offerings for Canadian fleets
Geotab has announced the expansion into and availability of the Geotab Integrated Solution for General Motors in Canada. According to the company, this offering provides Canadian customers the ability to manage their fleet in one platform with no additional hardware installation required. With this integration, data from compatible GM vehicles, 2016 or newer, with OnStar
