Mack introduces limited edition black Anthem
Mack Trucks has introduced the limited edition Mack Black Anthem, a special run of 500 Mack Anthem models.
ZF to launch PowerLine automatic transmission in 2021
ZF announced that it is launching a new 8-speed automatic transmission, ZF PowerLine, for medium-duty vehicles. The transmission will be released in early 2021 in North America.
Dana and Lonestar Specialty Vehicles launch fully electrified terminal tractor
Dana Inc., in collaboration with Lonestar Specialty Vehicles, has announced the launch of a fully electrified terminal tractor. The new Spicer Electrified e-Powertrain system is designed and manufactured by Dana as a complete electric powertrain solution for use on vehicles built by Lonestar SV. Lonestar SV specializes in the final stage assembly and refurbishment of
Dana announces two electric powertrain partnerships
Dana Inc. has announced it is partnering with a North American commercial-vehicle manufacturer to supply complete e-Powertrain systems for a medium-duty vehicle program beginning next year. The new trucks will feature Dana’s Spicer Electrified powertrain technologies and are expected to be on the road in early 2021. Separately, Dana has also secured a new e-Powertrain
Business Intelligence Tools Monitoring & Analyzing M&R Data Keep Fleet Managers In Check
Over the last twelve to twenty-four months, it seems as though topics such as autonomous driving and ELD mandates have flooded the news headlines for the fleet transportation industry. And deservedly so, these are no doubt topical, important issues. However, in running your fleet day-to-day, understanding the evolution of maintenance and repair (M&R) issues and
P.S.I., Meritor discuss GHG legislation, rising fuel costs at annual event
Pressure Systems International (P.S.I.) and Meritor recently invited fleet and service managers and members of the media to its annual fleet technology event to discuss the benefits of their Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS) and show how adopting this technology can benefit fleets preparing to face rising fuel costs and upcoming greenhouse gas emissions legislation.
Amazon orders 100,000 electric vehicles from Rivian
Amazon announced that it has ordered 100,000 electric delivery vehicles from electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian. Amazon notes that this is the largest order ever of electric delivery vehicles, which the company plans to have out on the roads delivering packages in 2021.
Used Class 8 truck sales fell in August
Preliminary used Class 8 volumes (same dealer sales) fell 1% month-over-month in August, according to the latest numbers from ACT Research.
New M&R software innovations keep costs check
Maintenance and repair is critical because it significantly impacts every type of operation.
Lytx Driver Safety Program helps prevent drowsy driving, company says
Lytx has shared its data showing drowsy driving and falling asleep behind the wheel are dramatically declining among commercial drivers who use the Lytx Driver Safety Program.
