SANTA ANA, CA—To meet the growing demands of regional-haul fleets, Yokohama Tire released the 114R Ultrawide Base tire for drop deck, closed axle and spread axle trailers. It is available in size 445/50R22.5 now, with 455/50/22.5 available in Q1 2020
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Valvoline launches its first hybrid-specific motor oil
Extending its commitment to develop products and services for vehicles of the future, Valvoline created full synthetic motor oil specifically formulated for hybrid electric vehicles.
Specialized logistics in the trucking industry
The propane delivery operation at Ferrellgas is using its fleet resources more effectively.
Truckload giant Celadon Group to shut down
This is believed to be the largest truckload bankruptcy filing in history.
DHL bringing electric StreetScooter to United States
DHL announced its StreetScooter electric vehicle unit will begin operating in two cities in the United States next spring.
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Holiday week pushes spot truckload rates higher
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Fleet Owner magazine – December 2019
This month’s issue includes a feature on the future of trucking and how automation, electrification and telematics will play a role.
Truck division unaffected as Daimler plans major job cuts
Soft China car sales and cost of electric vehicle development cited as reasons for contraction
EROAD receives Global Road Achievement Award
EROAD has received the 2019 Global Road Achievement Award for Technology, Equipment and Manufacturing from the International Road Federation.
The award is in recognition of the company’s innovative technology that is making a difference t
Chevron shares insights on new Delo diesel engine oil
Company developed engine oil to combat buildup of sulfate ash in the diesel particulate filter, especially for urban and short-haul applications.