Heavy-Duty News by Trailer Technician
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and information that is relevant to the Semi-Trailer Industry. Sources include manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, and industry experts.
2019 VIPAR Heavy Duty IMPACT Conference Highlights
The VIPAR Heavy Duty 2019 IMPACT Conference was highlighted by the launch of VIPAR’s all-new PARTSPHERE digital ecosystem.
FTR Reports September Trucking Conditions Index
FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for September was the lowest reading since May, reflecting a relatively weak environment for carriers.
October Trailer Orders Meet Expectations
FTR reports that preliminary trailer orders for October were in line with expectations at 31,800 units, up 71% from September.
Bendix Technology Demonstration – Avondale, Arizona
Bendix will hold a regional Ride-and-Drive technology demonstration in Avondale, Arizona, as part of the 2019 season of its popular demo program.
CIMC Intermodal Equipment Attains ISO 9001:2015 Certification
CIMC Intermodal Equipment (CIE) has received ISO 9001:2015 certification for both of its North American facilities.
Hyundai Conducts Truck Platooning Trial
Hyundai successfully conducts the company’s first truck platooning trial on the Yeoju Smart Highway replicating real-world traffic conditions.
Bendix Named One of America’s Safest Companies
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has been named to EHS Today’s 2019 list of America’s Safest Companies.
Phillips QWIK-CLAMP Secures Tractor-Trailer Cables & Hoses
The Phillips QWIK-CLAMP is a hassle-free,corrosion-resistant solution for securing hoses or cables to any support system between a tractor and trailer.
Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) 2020
Start making plans to attend the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) 2020, your chance to see the newest trucking industry products.
Hendrickson WATCHMAN Trailer Advanced Wheel-End Sensing Technology
Hendrickson introduces the WATCHMAN advanced wheel-end sensor technology for trailers that operate on the Sensata Technologies vehicle area network.
Phillips Connect Technologies Smart Trailer Telematics Systems
Phillips Connect Technologies smart trailer system delivers GPS tracking, cargo detection, Automatic Tire Inflation System alerts, and more.
Bendix Adding TT-CAN to TABS-6 Trailer Toll Stability System
Bendix is adding a TT-CAN (Tractor-Trailer Controller Area Network) to the Bendix TABS-6 Advanced multichannel trailer roll stability system.