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Market Analysis
FTR Trucking Conditions Index continued its rise in July
FTR Transportation Intelligence
The FTR Trucking Conditions Index reached a new high for the year in July, achieving a reading of 8.07 which pushed full year growth projections to 4%.
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Electronics
Proterra Catalyst bus travels 258 miles on a single charge
Proterra Inc.
Proterra's 40-foot Catalyst XR bus, featuring eight battery packs and total energy capacity of 257 kWh, recently drove 258 miles on a single charge during test conditions at Michelin' Laurens Proving Grounds.
Proterra Catalyst Range Test: 258 Miles on a Single Charge
Batteries, Capacitors
Proterra Catalyst Range Test: 258 Miles on a Single Charge
Proterra Inc.
Proterra Catalyst Range Test: 258 Miles on a Single Charge
Automated Systems
Technology advancements bring autonomy further into reality
As the cost and performance of autonomous system components continues to improve, so will manufacturers’ ability to employ unmanned vehicle technology.
Labor costs and safety will continue to be key drivers for the adoption of automation capabilities across multiple industries, while the mining industry will continue to drive the adoption of automation.
Drivetrains
A packaged approach to efficiency
Pairing engines and transmissions into a single system offers manufacturers opportunity for further efficiency gains.
The Eaton Cummins SmartAdvantage Powertrain was first introduced in 2013 with the goal of providing heavy-duty trucks a 3 to 6% fuel economy improvement and lower preventative maintenance costs.
Market Analysis
Jay Leno to be keynote speaker at The Work Truck Show 2016
NTEA – The Work Truck Association
Jay Leno will be the keynote speaker during the President's Breakfast & NTEA Annual Meeting at The Work Truck Show 2016.
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Engineering & Manufacturing
Scania manager appointed to board of Volkswagen Truck & Bus Holding
Scania AB
Scania Senior Vice President Lars Stengvist has been appointed Head of Research and Development at Volkswagen Truck & Bus GmbH.
Market Analysis
Navistar reports net loss for third quarter 2015
Navistar International Corp.
Despite Navistar's net loss of 428 million for the third quarter, the company continues to see improvements year-over-year and expects to meet its full-year market share goals.
Trends
New Flyer battery-electric bus achieves industry-leading results during Altoona Test
NFI Group Inc., formerly New Flyer Industries Inc.
New Flyer's Xcelsior XE40 electric bus recently participated in the FTA's Bus Test Program at Altoona, PA, and achieved high performance ratings in all categories of the testing, including fuel efficiency and noise levels.
Telematics
Volvo improves uptime services with expanded diagnostic capabilities
Volvo Trucks North America
Volvo Trucks has expanded its uptime services by providing customers with more detailed diagnostics information on truck components to help make faster repair decisions.
Seats
Bostrom Wide Ride Core Seat
Commercial Vehicle Group Inc. (CVG)
Commercial Vehicle Group's Bostrom Seating brand introduces its Wide Ride Core seat featuring the Wide Ride II platform which provides the benefit of a wider seat design for optimized comfort.
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Engines
AMETEK DurA-Tek Prime Coolant Circulation Pump
AMETEK, Inc.
The AMETEK DurA-Tek Prime coolant circulation pump features a brushless, seal-less design for leak-proof protection and durability in harsh operating conditions.
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