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Automatic Emergency Braking Systems for Heavy Vehicles
Bendix endorses the recent proposal by the NHTSA and FMCSA that would require automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on heavy vehicles.

Fontaine SmartConnect Fifth Wheel
The Fontaine SmartConnect Fifth Wheel utilizes sensors to monitor the fifth wheel lock position every time you couple or de-couple from a trailer.

Beck’s Adopts FleetDrive 360 Enterprise
Beck’s, an Atlanta, Indiana-based retail seed company, has adopted the FleetDrive 360 Enterprise driver management solution.

Enpro Third Quarter Earnings Release & Conference Call
EnPro Industries, Inc. (NYSE: NPO) intends to release financial results for the third quarter of 2023, on Tuesday, October 31, at 6:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

Josam Cam-Aligner & Frame Press at SEMA Show
JOSAM will introduce heavy-duty wheel alignment and collision repair products at SEMA, including its Cam-aligner and Frame Press.

Ascend Transportation Names New President
Ascend Transportation, a dedicated and southeast regional carrier, welcomes transportation veteran Mike Cafarelli as the new president of Ascend.

Phillips Interior Corner Lights with Motion Detection
Phillips Industries introduces durable interior corner lights with motion detection for dry van trailers and reefer trailers.

Scholarships for Automotive Technicians
The MOTOR Scholarship for Diverse Technicians will be awarded to high school students pursuing a technical education in automotive.

McMahon Acquires Andy Mohr Truck Center of Indianapolis
McMahon Truck Centers, a super-regional truck dealer and leasing company group, has acquired Andy Mohr Truck Center of Indianapolis, Indiana.

STE Building New Facility in Beloit, Wisconsin
STE is building a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Beloit, Wisconsin.

Miller at SEMA 2023
Miller will showcase its latest welding and safety equipment for the automotive industry at SEMA 2023 in Las Vegas.

TANK Ai Technology at Tank Truck Week 2023
Heil and Polar Tank Trailer will display their TANK Ai technology at the National Tank Truck Carriers (NTTC) Tank Truck Week 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana.