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Ford widens safety recall net to 100,000 Transit vans
Ford Motor Co. said yesterday it has expanded a safety recall from last fall for certain Transit vans equipped with a trailer towing module. Apparently, water can get into the module and eventually cause electrical problems, possibly leading to a fir
FedEx Express' first fuel cell-powered electric van rolling in Upstate NY
Hydrogen fuel cell maker Plug Power and electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Workhorse Group delivered FedEx Express its first fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) delivery van for on-road use.
Workhorse built the Class 5 zero-emission EGEN delivery
Convoy adds instant bidding to freight-matching app
Convoy announced it has added a new feature to its freight-matching app called Instant Bidding, which lets carriers name their price for the load they want to haul.
“Carriers understand their business better than anyone else. One of the challenges s
Green Fleet of the Year 2018: Bravo Big Brown!
‘Green’ goals earn UPS top honor
PeopleNet adds the MirrorCam to its video intelligence suite
The MirrorCam marks the latest innovation for PeopleNet’s Video Intelligence solution, which utilizes forward, side and rear-facing cameras usable to create a 360-degree view around the cab and trailer of the truck.
Truck safety stalls despite industry efforts, new technology and regulations
New report from Wards CV Intelligence examines the disconnect between intention and reality, combining latest federal data, industry survey results, and expert analysis.
DTNA makes senior leadership changes
Daimler Trucks North America names three new high-level appointments at Detroit Reman, Cleveland Truck Manufacturing Plant and Mount Holly Truck Manufacturing Plant.
TMW's Wangler passes away at 56
Dave Wangler, president of TMW Systems and head of Trimble’s transportation division, died suddenly on April 26 at age of 56.
Wangler joined TMW Systems as CEO in 2006 after private investors purchased the company from founder Tom Weisz. During Wangl
House approves amendment to standardize rules on meal, rest breaks
The House of Representatives approved an amendment to the FAA reauthorization bill that would prevent states from creating a patchwork of meal and rest rules for interstate truck drivers.
The amendment, also known as the Denham-Cuellar-Costa Amendmen