“TransRoad” Trucking Simulation Mimics Logistics Business Sans Real-Life Risk
Joining a long line of trucking simulation games, “TransRoad” aims to turn players into digital logistics tycoons.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks Creates its First 3-D Printed Metal Part
Daimler division Mercedes-Benz Trucks makes a spare metal component using 3-D printing in a technology that could reshape replacement parts industry.
Truck Manufacturer Paccar Posts $373 Million Second Quarter Profit
Truck manufacturer Paccar Inc. logged a better than expected profit in the second quarter as the market for big rigs and medium-duty trucks started to improve.
Trucking Industry Debates How Advanced Tech Can Reduce Crashes
A panel of manufacturers, regulators and technology firms look to advanced driver assistance systems to improve truck safety.
Hodgepodge of Traffic Laws Could Stymie Truck Platooning
Existing state laws prohibiting vehicles from following too closely present a major hitch in mainstreaming truck platooning.
Nikola Tweaks Hydrogen Truck Design, Raises Funding
Salt Lake City start-up Nikola plans summer announcements about customers, fueling locations and production for its hydrogen fuel cell semi-truck
Drone Delivery Beats Trucks in Carbon Emissions Savings – Sometimes
Research from the University of Washington finds that aerial drones are more environmentally friendly than trucks when delivering small packages.
Workhorse Group Plans Reveal of SureFly Personal Octocopter Concept
Workhorse Group, which makes the W-15 electric pickup truck, will unveil its SureFly personal octocopter concept at the Paris Air Show in June.
Daseke Combats Trucker Shortage with Stock Plan
Flatbed trucking company Daseke plans to make its drivers and other employees shareholders through stock awards plan.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks: Holy Grail or Hot Potato
Toyota, Nikola, Peterbilt and others try to push trucking toward hydrogen fuel cells, but skepticism remains strong
Trucking Industry Poised for Electric Heavy-Duty Truck Growth
Electric buses, trucks and other medium- and heavy-duty vehicles face hurdles but are gaining traction.