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OEM Off-Highway Editorial Staff
More from OEM Off-Highway Editorial Staff
Power Systems
Daimler and Volvo Launch Strategy for Fuel Cell Joint Venture
cellcentric will develop, produce and commercialize fuel-cell systems for both long-haul trucking and other applications.
On-Highway
Class 8 Orders End 2020 on a High Note
Preliminary Class 8 net orders improved once again in December 2020 compared to the previous year.
Market Analysis
UK Commercial Vehicle and Engine Production Decline in November 2020
SMMT reports commercial vehicle production declined 1.9% while engine production dropped 8.2%.
Electrification
Volvo Trucks Introduces Volvo VNR Electric to Market
Volvo sees introduction of the Volvo VNR Electric as a step toward further electromobility in the transportation industry.
Power Systems
Ricardo Receives Funding to Improve Electric Vehicle Efficiency and Performance
Ricardo will research methods for improving the performance and efficiency of electric motors, batteries and electronic components.
Power Systems
Toyota Advances Fuel Cell Truck Technology
The next generation of Toyota's fuel cell electric technology will power Kenworth T680 Class 8 trucks set for use in drayage operations in California.
On-Highway
North American Class 8 Orders Remain Healthy in November 2020
Class 8 orders rose once again as freight volumes continue to surge to meet increasing demand for goods.
On-Highway
Mack Trucks Introduces New Features to Improve Efficiency, Operator Comfort
A new Mack MP8HE engine helps improve fuel efficiency 3% while inclusion of Apple CarPlay and a new seat design enhance driver comfort.
Market Analysis
EU Implements New Tariffs on U.S. Exports of Heavy Equipment
Import duties of 25% will be imposed on some types of heavy equipment exported from the U.S. to the European Union.
Electrification
Volvo Group Focuses on Electrification and Emissions Reduction Strategy
Volvo has laid out a strategy to drive the transformation of the transport and infrastructure industries through increased development of alternative power systems.
Market Analysis
U.K. Commercial Vehicle Production Up, While Engine Production Declined in September 2020
SMMT reports commercial vehicle production rose 3.3% in September though engine production decreased 2.4%.
On-Highway
Class 8 Orders Rise Again in October 2020
Orders for Class 8, as well as Classes 5-7, were up for the fifth consecutive month in October aided by consumer demand and increased fleet confidence.
Fluid Power
Parker Hannifin Announces Retirement of Chief Technology Officer
M. Craig Maxwell, Vice President - Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, is set to retire and be succeeded by Mark T. Czaja.
Market Analysis
Global Market for Service Robots Continues to Grow
Use of robots in factories, logistics and agricultural applications is increasing, which will driver further market growth says the International Federation of Robotics.
Mining
Sandvik Establishing New Businesses
The company aims to improve business operations through the creation of its new business units.
Market Analysis
Volvo Group Sees Improved Activity in Third Quarter 2020
Improved customer sentiment increased truck and machine utilization, which lead to increased order intake for the Volvo Group.
Engines
FPT Collaborating on Sustainability Projects to Reduce Emissions in Truck and Coach Transport
FPT is working with other on-road industry partners to develop technologies which lower emissions and improve fuel efficiency.
Construction
INTERMAT 2021 to Include Dedicated New Technologies Hub
The market for new technology in the construction industry continues to grown, predicating the decision to dedicate an area of the exhibition to the solutions.
Electrification
Hino Trucks Announces Development Path for Zero-Emissions Vehicles
Project Z entails the formation of various industry partnerships to develop electric and fuel cell powered trucks.
On-Highway
North American Class 8 Orders Continue to Trend in Positive Direction
Stronger than expected economic and freight recovery is spurring equipment orders, leading to the fourth consecutive month of order increases.
On-Highway
Nikola Affirms Strategy and Delivery of Battery and Fuel Cell Powered Trucks
Nikola Corp. has released a statement reaffirming its development goals and current progress in bringing its battery and fuel cell powered trucks to market.
Market Analysis
U.K. Engine and Commercial Vehicle Production Declines in August
SMMT reports year-to-date performance remains down for engines and commercial vehicles.
Manufacturing
Record Number of Robots in U.S. and U.K. Factories
The International Federation of Robotics have released a new report indicating use of industrial robots continues to increase in the United States and United Kingdom.
Construction
Hyundai Heavy Industries Emerges as Top Contender to Acquire Stake in Doosan Infracore
The acquisition could see the merger of Hyundai Construction Equipment and Doosan Infracore into a global construction equipment powerhouse.
