Author: Transport Topics

Cooper Tire introduced a new longhaul trailer tire, which completes the company’s signature Cooper PRO Series product lineup of tires at each tractor or trailer wheel position.

Private equity firm H.I.G. Capital announced an affiliate completed the acquisition of Cardinal Logistics Holdings, a provider of dedicated transportation and logistics services in North America.

Tire maker Michelin Group announced it will deploy an autonomous electric transport system, called T-Pod, from Einride beginning in 2020.

Truck-Lite Co. has completed the acquisition of TrackPoint Systems, a supplier of asset-management solutions to the transportation, utility, construction, oil field and government sectors.

Penske Logistics has opened a 606,000-square-foot refrigerated distribution center in Romulus, Mich.

TravelCenters of America’s board unanimously approved a plan to convert from a Delaware limited liability company to a Maryland corporation to expand shareholder opportunities.

Masterpiece International will exclusively distribute Turtle crates in the United States, Canada and Mexico through Turtle North America, the company said.

The Lion Electric Co. and Boivin Évolution unveiled what they called the world’s first Class 8 refuse truck with a powertrain and automated collection hopper that are 100% electric.

Last year’s Grand Champion, Chris Outen of FedEx Freight, will compete at the Oregon Truck Driving Championships, taking place June 8 at Reddaway in Portland.

FedEx Express’ David Lumpkin captured the Grand Champion title at the Rhode Island Truck Driving Championships, which were held June 1 at the New England Tractor Trailer Training School in Pawtucket.