Five truck trend takeaways from August
Let’s give a final nod to the last of this summer’s news with yet another Truck Trend Takeaways roundup.
Western Star hosts 2023 Star Nation Experience
The event featured access to Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) facilities, leadership, and the latest Western Star X-Series lineup.
India subnational government announces new zero-emissions transport commitment
The Global MOU is an agreement to reach 100% new zero-emission truck and bus sales by the year 2040.
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.
Inside EV preventative maintenance and diagnostics
The industry is ensuring that electric vehicles can be maintained in an efficient manner.
Safely charging into EV truck service
There’s still a lot we can learn from these OEM programs as they forge the EV blueprint.
Schneider opens large-scale zero emission electric charging depot in Southern California
The charging site is over half the size of a football field, featuring 16 350 kW dual-corded dispensers, allowing the carrier to charge 32 trucks simultaneously.
Penske Automotive Group acquires commercial truck dealerships in Canada
The acquisition is expected to add 73 service bays, 59 technicians and approximately 200 new members to the team.
C.R. England, Torc announce autonomous trucking pilot
The collaboration will serve as an expansion for Torc to support carriers in the refrigerated freight market.
Mitsubishi Fuso, Hino announce merger, plans to accelerate development of advanced technologies
Daimler Truck, MFTBC, Hino, and Toyota will collaborate toward achieving carbon neutrality and creating a widening mobility offering.
