EnRoute - September 8, 2023

September 8, 2023

EnRoute News & Information

TRALA's bi-weekly publication includes news and announcements from around the industry and updates from the Association. If you wish to have information included in a future edition of EnRoute, please send to tralasocialmedia@gmail.com.

TRALA IN THE NEWS

TRALA and several trade associations signed on to a joint letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau urging it to stay enforcement and implementation of the small business data collection and reporting final rule under Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. FULL STORY

TOP STORIES

A new report by ACT Research has found that a significant prebuy of Class 8 trucks is likely before the Environmental Protection Agency's next round of emissions regulations targeting diesel exhaust emissions becomes law in 2027. FULL STORY

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced a plan to conduct a survey and study that focuses on how vehicle maintenance requirements impact overall motor carrier safety. FULL STORY

Daimler Truck, PACCAR Inc. and Cummins Inc. are forming a multi-billion dollar joint venture with Chinese battery maker, Huizhou, to produce cells for commercial vehicles in the U.S. FULL STORY

TECHNOLOGY TRENDS

Fleet owners need to figure out how to eliminate the risks to their vehicles as they become more connected through EV charging or telematics. FULL STORY

As the demand for lithium continues to increase, the world could face a shortage as soon as 2025. FULL STORY

Mickey Truck Bodies has launched a new website which comes in advance of the company's 120-year anniversary in 2024. FULL STORY

Carrier Transicold launches their new Aspen diesel auxiliary power unit (APU) which features a new driver interface and a high-output generator to keep drivers comfortable on the road. FULL STORY

BRIEFLY

RWC INTERNATIONAL will acquire specific assets of KYRISH TRUCK CENTERS truck dealership operation, school bus sales business, and the full-service leasing company. . .PROCEDE SOFTWARE celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Insider Program, an initiative designed to incorporate insights from industry experts and daily users across all departments into the Excede roadmap and product development process.

PEOPLE

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. has appointed DAVEY JUNG as president and CEO, and chairman of the Board.

NUMBERS

Eaton plans to invest $500 million into infrastructure upgrades to increase its product supply for the utility, commercial, healthcare, industrial, and residential markets across North America. FULL STORY

The Canadian federal government will invest $1.5 million to establish a "zero-emission trucking testbed" in the Montreal area. This is one of three new initiatives under its Zero-Emission Trucking Program. FULL STORY

The California Air Resources Board's Innovative Small E-Fleet (ISEF) voucher incentive set-aside will offer $83 million this year. The funds are earmarked to assist small, heavy-duty truck fleets transition to cleaner vehicles using alternative fuels and powertrains. FULL STORY

TRALA ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONTRIBUTE TO TRALA'S 2023 LEGAL ACTION FUND TODAY!

Please support TRALA's Legal Action Fund by making a corporate contribution today. TRALA is engaged in significant legislative, regulatory, and legal battles that directly impact your company's bottom line. A Legal Action Fund contribution is an investment that will be sure to pay off, as it ensures that TRALA has the financial resources necessary to protect your company's best interests.

Click here to make your company's donation! Thank you for your support of TRALA's advocacy efforts. You may view the list of TRALA's 2023 Legal Action Fund Contributors by clicking here.

Please contact TRALA's Robby Wehagen at rwehagen@trala.or with any questions or if you need more information.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

CARB TO HOST A WEBINAR ON CLEAN TRUCK CHECK

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is hosting a regulatory training webinar on the requirements of Clean Truck Check. The webinar will be held Wednesday September 20, 2023 at 10:00 PDT. To participate, register through this link. The webinar will be recorded and available shortly afterwards at the CARB Training & Events webpage.

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