EnRoute - September 21, 2023

September 21, 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

On Tuesday, September 12 oral arguments were heard in the Rhode Island's appeal of the trucks-only tolls verdict. TRALA signed onto a collective amicus brief in opposition to the state's case. FULL STORY

TOP STORIES

The ongoing transition to clean and sustainable freight transportation features a range of fuel options and some impressive technologies. However, the significant differences between powertrain platforms pose new operational and maintenance challenges. FULL STORY

Truck manufacturers need to prepare for the challenges that are coming with the 2027 EPA and CARB emission standards. FULL STORY

TECHNOLOGY TRENDS

Carrier Transicold is collaborating with Paxafe to enhance its Lynx digital platform by combining Paxafe's artificial intelligence (AI)-powered risk and prediction modeling with Carrier's cold chain monitoring to deliver a more connected and sustainable cold chain. FULL STORY

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America has appointed ChargePoint as an official source to provide EV charging infrastructure and software solutions for dealers and customers. FULL STORY

Ryder System, Inc. has deployed its first BrightDrop Zevo 600 electric vans in California, Texas and New York. The deployment of these vehicles is an important step in the company's ongoing efforts to meet the rising demand and adoption of commercial electric vehicles in the United States. FULL STORY

Under the name Cargobull North America, Utility Trailer Manufacturing Company will be the exclusive North American distributor of European trailer manufacturer Schmitz Cargobull's latest TRU technology on Utility's 3000R line of refrigerated trailers. FULL STORY

BRIEFLY

RUSH ENTERPRISES is offering limited-edition pink mudflaps to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For every mudflap sold, Rush Truck Centers marketing company Boundless, will donate $2 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. . .PETEBILT celebrated production of the 100,000th Model 389 at its Denton, TX manufacturing plant. The Model 389 was introduced in 2006 and will end its historic production run at the end of the year. Its successor Model 589 begins production January 2024 at the Denton factory. . .ORANGE EV launched its Husk-e Series electric terminal truck, built to handle the demanding needs of port operations, rail and intermodal sites, and other heavier-duty applications. . .EATON has partnered with technology developer Traxen to sell, distribute, service, and provide installation support for the iQ-Cruise system.

PEOPLE

MICHAEL PRECIA, CEO & President of Fleetworthy Solutions, was named one of the The Corporate Magazine's "Top 20 Most Dynamic Business Leaders of 2023". . .MATTHEW BLACKMAN is the new regional vice-president of Canada for Volvo Trucks North America. . .Palmer Trucks announces CEO JOHN NICHOLS has become Executive Chairman, with JACOB and SCOTT NICHOLS moving into day-to-day operational leadership of the company. Jacob will serve as the Co-President and Chief Human Resources Officer and Scott will be Co-President at CEO. . .JASON GOLD is the new Chief Operating Officer at Premier Truck Rental. . .Cohn & Dussi has announced that Attorney ANDREW B. GLAAB has been named to the 2023 NextGen Leaders 40 Under 40 List.

NUMBERS

The Quebec government plans to invest $35 million to accelerate the introduction of public charging for commercial transport. FULL STORY

A new report released jointly from the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations and Decisiv Inc. found that parts and labor expenses in heavy-duty truck repair shops dropped during the second quarter of 2023. FULL STORY

ACT Research has announced that adoption rates for zero-emission and decarbonization vehicles will reach 25% by 2030 and 50% by 2040. 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.org with any questions or if you need more information.

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TRALA's 2024 Annual Meeting will be held Sunday, April 14 to Wednesday, April 17 at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona. Registration will open in November.

If your company is interested in becoming an Annual Meeting sponsor, please contact TRALA's Shannon Davison at sdavison@trala.org for more information.

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