Fleets
Dana spells out hybrid-electric strategy for off-highway
Fuel-efficient drive systems, accessories could lower industry costs.
Category: Commercial vehicles
Manufacturing
Workhorse wins patent for delivery truck-launched drone
UAV package delivery system is fully integrated with electric delivery trucks.
Fleets
Efficient Drivetrains to supply electric drive system for school buses
DOE test program to measure bus efficiency with electric.
Fleets
Hino jumps into US Class 8 truck market with XL series trucks
Powered by inline-six-cylinder engines, the trucks come in on the light side of heavy-duty.
Fleets
Thor Industries to triple size of Ohio Airstream trailer, RV plant
Expansion to open next year, expanding capacity for recreational customers.
Vehicle Tech
Cummins buys Johnson Mathey’s battery business for electrification push
Diesel engine maker seeks to diversify power offerings with hybrids, electric options.
Fleets
Volvo Trucks names Weissburg president of Mack Trucks
Head of Volvo Construction Equipment to take on new role in June.
Fleets
Collins low-floor school bus can transport special needs, other students in same vehicle
Low vehicle floor eliminates steps, lifts, other assistance devices.
Fleets
Blue Bird to offer two electric school bus options in 2018
Company to offer small and very large bus options with the potential to sell power back to utilities.
Fleets
Volvo testing autonomous refuse truck
Working with Swedish waste management company Renova, company hopes to advance self-driving technology.
Fleets
Sacramento invests in electric refuse trucks
Side-load truck features Motiv all-electric powertrain and Loadmaster body.
Manufacturing
Audi, GM, BMW, Honda announce electric/autonomous vehicle developments
Self-driving cars in New York, Michigan, Arizona, California; electric advancements everywhere.