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Can Cameras Replace Mirrors on Trucks? The Trump Administration Thinks So

NHTSA seeks public comment on whether cameras would be safer than mirrors

Vision Systems' camera monitoring system Smart-Vision eliminates lateral blind spots and features an in-cab display on the vehicle's A-pillar to improve visibility.

SEA Electric Introduces 100% Electric Bucket Truck

The Elevated Work Platform Truck is powered by the SEA-Drive 120b power-system which produces 150 kW continuous power.

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Class 8 Trucks Retail Sales Reach an All-time High

FTR Transportation Intelligence

Sales were up 20% year-over-year, with OEMs reporting robust activity for the month.

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John Deere Announces Layoffs at Davenport and East Moline Plants

John Deere Power Systems

The layoffs will be effective on Oct. 28 and are driven by decreased customer demand.

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Mack Trucks Adds Extended Chassis Fairing for Improved Fuel Efficiency

Mack Trucks Inc.

The Mack Anthem is available with an extended chassis fairing option which directs air more smoothly around the rear axles.

Mack Anthem Extended Chassis Fairings

U.S. Imposing Tariffs on EU Heavy Machinery

Backhoes and other self-propelled heavy machinery from the EU will have an additional 25% import duty imposed by the U.S., says AEM.

Backhoes, such as the one pictured, are among the EU goods set to have additional tariffs imposed by the U.S.

Headwinds are Building for the Heavy-Duty Truck Market

Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. LLC/ACT Research

The momentum that lead to record high sales in 2019 for the heavy-duty truck market is fading and moving toward a slower rate of growth.

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Year-Over-Year Decline of 72% for Class 8 Truck Orders

FTR Transportation Intelligence

FTR reports preliminary September Class 8 truck orders were in the 10,000-13,000-unit range for the fifth month in a row.

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ICUEE Breaks Records for Attendees and Exhibitors

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

Over 19,000 registered attendees visited ICUEE 2019, and more than 1,000 exhibitors showcased their latest products.

Aem Icuee Overview

TRATON Group Investing Over 1 Million Euro in R&D Over Next 5 Years

The company's goal is to expand its networked vehicle and autonomous driving capabilities, while creating common platforms between its brands.

Truck platooning uses machine connectivity and automation, areas in which the TRATON Group will be focusing its R&D efforts.

PRINOTH Develops Specialized Vehicle for Use in Antarctica

PRINOTH's custom-designed machine features several patent-pending technologies for use in extreme temperatures and terrain.

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Class 8 Truck Orders Improve in September

Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. LLC/ACT Research

ACT Research reports Class 8 orders were up 13% from August, while Classes 5-7 fell 9.4%.

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