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Volvo Trucks Receives Funding to Deploy 70 Class 8 VNR Electric Zero-Emission Trucks
The financial award from U.S. EPA and South Coast AQMD enables the nation’s largest commercial deployment of Class 8 battery-electric trucks.
October 20, 2020
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The OEM-Customer Relationship in Ag: What Growers Want (And How to Give it to Them)
October 20, 2020
Following the completion of the internal separation of Sandvik Materials Technology, the company will proceed with the preparation to distribute it to Sandvik’s shareholders.
Sandvik Establishing New Businesses
October 20, 2020
Daimler and its brands saw positive sales results during the third quarter of 2020.
Daimler Reports Preliminary Results for Third Quarter 2020 Above Market Expectations
October 19, 2020
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CEA Says Industry Concern Remains Over Current Brexit Negotiations
October 19, 2020
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CASE Supports Team Rubicon in Hurricane Laura and Hurricane Delta Cleanup Operations
October 16, 2020
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State of the Industry 2020
Data continues to be an integral component on the path toward further autonomy and connectivity.
October 5, 2020
The Western Star 49X features a stronger, lighter chassis that is equipped with the company’s new X-series cab. It enables a total weight savings of over 350 lbs. in like-for-like spec’ing versus the current Western Star 4900.
Western Star Builds Next-Generation Vocational Truck
The 49X was designed from the ground up to meet the most demanding vocational applications.
September 30, 2020
Infrastructure funding is a silver lining for many in the construction equipment industry.
Heavy Equipment Markets are Down in 2020 and Hopes up for a Better 2021
Negative economic impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic have made 2020 a year to forget for most in the heavy equipment industries.
September 18, 2020
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Energy Dept. Requesting Information to Support Medium- and Heavy-Duty Truck Research
The DOE is looking for information in five key areas which include freight efficiency, internal combustion engines, and alternative power sources.
October 16, 2020
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Industry Collaboration Aims to Improve Digitization of Construction Machinery
The MiC 4.0 working group in Europe is bringing together OEMs, operators and other industry members to create a uniform digital language for construction equipment.
October 15, 2020
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Oshkosh Defense Receives JLTV Contract from Belgium Ministry of Defence
The Belgian procurement marks Oshkosh Defense’s first large direct commercial sale of a JLTV-based vehicle.
October 15, 2020
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All Agriculture Equipment Segments Saw Positive Sales in September 2020
AEM reports North American unit sales for agriculture equipment of all sizes continued on a positive trend.
October 14, 2020
Bosch offers various powertrain solutions for a range of commercial vehicle applications.
Bosch Developing Powertrain Products to Enable Climate-Neutral Transportation
Powertrain solutions under development include fuel cells, battery systems, as well as those for natural gas and diesel engines.
October 14, 2020
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BKT AGRIMAX TURF RT 333 Radial Tires
The AGRIMAX TURF RT 33 tires feature a directional block design and extra-deep tread to aid traction and reduce soil compaction.
October 14, 2020
Cummins battery technology will be utilized in the new buses.
Cummins Battery and Fuel Cell Technologies to Power New Bustech Transit Bus
The next generation Bustech XDi low floor transit bus will make use of Cummins zero-emission battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell technologies.
October 13, 2020
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AEM Canada Ag Tractor and Combine Report
AEM has released its Canada Ag Tractor and Combine Report for September 2020.
October 13, 2020
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AEM U.S. Ag Tractor and Combine Report
AEM has released its Ag Tractor and Combine Report for September 2020.
October 13, 2020
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Sandvik Divesting Exploration Business
The deal includes exploration rigs, consumables and production stock, along with selected trademarks and patents.
October 12, 2020
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Torc to Scale Self-Driving Fleet with Next-Gen Daimler Test Trucks
The upgrades included in the prototype truck are designed to bolster testing efforts and accelerate data collection to assist in machine learning and algorithmic development.
October 12, 2020
INTERMAT is the place to see a wide range of new equipment for the construction industry.
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.
October 12, 2020
To understand future charging needs and initiatives, it’s important to first assess the current infrastructure of a fleet.
The Process for Implementing Electric Work Trucks: Charging Infrastructure
Selecting the proper charging infrastructure ensures productivity and efficiency of electric work trucks.
October 9, 2020
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Alliance Tire Group Galaxy Garden Pro XTD Radial Tire
The Galaxy Garden Pro XTD is a radial turf tire which creates an even footprint to better distribute wear and extend tire life.
October 9, 2020
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Hyundai Delivers First Fuel Cell Trucks to Customers in Switzerland
The XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck is powered by a 190-kW hydrogen fuel cell system with dual 95-kW fuel cell stacks.
October 8, 2020
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AGRITECHNICA 2021 to Include Online Platform for Additional Industry Knowledge Exchange
AGRITECHNICA digital aims to combine the live experience of the trade fair itself with an online digital information and networking space.
October 8, 2020
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Brokk 200 Aids Productivity in Mining Operations
The compact size and SmartConcept system help to improve safety and productivity in ultra-deep mining applications.
October 7, 2020
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Mack LR Electric Model Undergoing Real-World Trials with Republic Services
The LR Electric will be evaluated for its range, functionality and payload capacity on one of Republic Services' recycling collection routes.
October 7, 2020
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Equipped to Vote Campaign Puts Focus on Rural America
The AEM campaign will spend October highlighting the policies that are critical to the long-term economic growth of rural America.
October 6, 2020
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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.
October 6, 2020
Class 8 orders increased on both a month-over-month and year-over-year basis in September 2020.
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.
October 5, 2020
Nikola expects production of prototypes of the Nikola Tre to be completed soon.
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.
October 2, 2020
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IVECO Receives its Largest Order of Natural Gas Trucks in South America
IVECO will deliver 100 Stralis Natural Power trucks powered by CNG to a company working in the oil and gas industry.
October 2, 2020
Allison Transmission and Leonardo DRS received the top 2020 Technology Innovators Award for their transmission in the TITAN ON Board Vehicle Power system.
Allison Transmission Receives Innovation Award for Energy Conversion Technology in Military Vehicles
Allison’s 3200 Specialty Series transmission converts mechanical energy from the vehicle’s engine into electrical energy to create a fully integrated generator.
October 2, 2020
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Volta Trucks Announces First Customer for Electric Delivery Truck
Sustainable drinks brand Drinks Cubed has ordered the first Volta Zero trucks set to start production in 2022.
October 1, 2020
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New Holland Braud Harvesters and Straddle Tractors Achieve Origine France Garantie Certification
The certification assures the machinery has been manufactured in compliance with health and safety, social and environmental standards.
October 1, 2020
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Mack Trucks Completes Major Renovation of Lehigh Valley Operations
Several upgrades were made to the facility’s infrastructure, equipment, systems and processes to create a modernized Lean Manufacturing environment.
October 1, 2020
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U.K. Engine and Commercial Vehicle Production Declines in August
SMMT reports year-to-date performance remains down for engines and commercial vehicles.
October 1, 2020
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FPT Partnering on Research Project to Improve Fuel Consumption of Heavy Trucks
As part of the IMPERIUM project, FPT will work with industry partners to achieve a 20% fuel consumption improvement compared to a model-year 2014 vehicle.
September 30, 2020
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Global Construction Equipment Market to Grow 4% Through 2030
Despite the declines in sales due to the COVID-19 pandemic, demand is set to regain traction and expand over the next decade, says Fact.MR.
September 30, 2020