Dana acquires Quebec-based electric drivetrain developer

MONTREAL, Que. – Dana has expanded its e-mobility business with the acquisition of Quebec-based Nordresa Motors. Nordresa focuses on integration and application engineering for the development and commercialization of electric…

Ontario to unveil new truck emissions tests

TORONTO, Ont. -- Plenty has changed since Ontario first rolled out its Drive Clean emissions tests in 1999, not the least of which is the cleaner air that passes through truck exhaust stacks. The jurisdiction plans to unveil a renewed program this fall.

First eCascadias set to be delivered to customers

PORTLAND, Ore. – Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has built its first two battery electric eCascadias for customers in its Electric Innovation Fleet. They were built at its research and…

Dana Inc. provides e-Propulsion system for Alberta project

MAUMEE, Ohio – Dana Inc. is providing its Spicer Electrified e-Propulsion solution with integrated TM4 Sumo HP motor-inverter system to Class 8 trucks moving freight between Calgary, Alta., and Edmonton.

Dana to drive Canadian hydrogen fuel cell project

EDMONTON, Alta. -- When the Alberta Zero-Emissions Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC) project begins next year, the two 140,000-pound B-train tractor-trailers to be used in the test will be driven by Dana's Spicer Electrified e-Propulsion systems with TM4 SUMO HP motor-inverters.

Ontario to crack down on emissions system tampering

TORONTO, Ont. – Truckers who have tampered with their emissions system could have their plates seized in Ontario, no matter where their truck is domiciled. That’s due to changes made…

NACFE urges fleets to invest in idle-reduction technologies

NEW YORK, N.Y. — The organization dedicated to improving freight efficiency in North America is urging fleets to invest in idle-reduction technologies to attract and retain drivers. The…

Ploger pushing the limits of fuel economy

SIOUX CENTER, Iowa -- Joel Morrow of Ploger Transportation isn't satisfied with 9.8 mpg. The fleet's head of research and development and senior driver continues to push the envelope in the search for better fuel economy without sacrificing comfort.

Feds offer greenbacks for green projects

OTTAWA, Ont. – Funds from the federal carbon tax are now available to cover up to 25% of the cost of selected energy-saving projects in Ontario, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and…

Peloton drives forward with platooning truck tech

https://www.trucknews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/FTL-B-roll-v2.mp4 ORLANDO, Fla. – Peloton Technology continues to promote the value of platooning tractor-trailers, and it’s pushing forward to develop the next generation of equipment. CEO Josh Switkes announced…

Vision, Enbridge team up to promote CNG trucks

One of the tractors being offered for rent by Vision Truck Group. TORONTO, Ont. – Vision Truck Group and Enbridge Gas are teaming up to rent natural gas vehicles, offering…

Petro-Canada testing 0W20 engine oil

TORONTO, Ont. – Petro-Canada Lubricants is actively exploring the limits of heavy-duty engine oil, and early tests with a 0W20 prototype are just the beginning. “We’ve got these oils…

EPA adds day cabs to SmartWay program

TORRANCE, Calif. -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is making some changes to its SmartWay program that offers information on verified fuel-efficient technologies. Day cabs are now eligible for the SmartWay designation, and research into fuel-efficient retreads will result in changes to how those products are classified.

Study praises China’s deployment of electric trucks

BASALT, Colo. – The Chinese tech hub of Shenzhen is taking a leadership role in deploying electrical logistical vehicles for urban freight movement, setting an example for other cities worldwide,…

CTA applauds trucking proposals in Conservative environmental platform

Proposed rules would allow empty trailers to be repositioned in the name of better fuel economy. TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is applauding trucking-related initiatives included in…