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Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

The Evolution of Tractor-Trailer Connectivity

ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council is nearing the culmination of a multiyear effort to define the evolutionary direction of tractor-­trailer connectivity.

April 7, 2023
Technology, Equipment

The Tractor-to-Trailer Interface

Ever since digital antilock braking systems were mandated in the mid-1990s, an ever-increasing array of electrically powered, data-networked technologies have placed increased demands on the tractor electrical system and databus.

October 25, 2019
Business

Deere Appoints New CEO

Deere & Co. is promoting John May to lead the tractor-making giant through a tough agricultural environment, with outgoing CEO Samuel Allen, 66, to stay on as chairman.

August 29, 2019
Business, Technology

Volvo VNL Unveiling

Volvo Trucks North America introduced a redesigned version of its VNL-series over-the-road tractor July 10, 2017, in Dublin, Va. (Joe Howard/Transport Topics)

July 13, 2017
Business

Kalmar Ottawa Debuts New Terminal Tractor

Kalmar Ottawa announced a newly designed terminal tractor, the T2, after two years of research and testing.

February 26, 2014
Business

Ontario to Review Longer Tractors

The Ontario Trucking Association said it was pleased that the Ontario Ministry of Transportation will begin reviewing whether to permit motor carriers to use longer tractors.

April 7, 2011