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Cheaper Freight, Cleaner Air, and American Truck Leadership

Cheaper Freight, Cleaner Air, and American Truck Leadership

Americans are paying too much for almost everything, because the United States has long treated its trucking industry as an artifact to be preserved rather than as an opportunity for innovation.

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Tank Trailers Market Size, Industry Share, Forecast to 2034

Tank Trailers Market Size, Industry Share, Forecast to 2034

Tank Trailers Market Report Summaries Detailed Information By Top Key players Schmitz Cargobull, CIMC, Schwarzmüller Group, Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG, Feldbinder, among others

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Case: How Alingsås Sprängtjänst achieves dependable results year-round | Transtronic

Case: How Alingsås Sprängtjänst achieves dependable results year-round | Transtronic

We interview owner Martin Hermansson, blasting technician Jimmy Josefsson, and surveying technician John from Alingsås Sprängtjänst — an experienced company with more than 50 years in the drilling industry. The company consists of a large team of experienced blasters, supervisors, survey technicians, and office staff. The company can be described as a well-oiled machine that […]

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Ever Wondered What The Little Dots Around A Windscreen Are For? - Autoglaze

Ever Wondered What The Little Dots Around A Windscreen Are For? - Autoglaze

hose black little dots around your windscreen. They are intriguing because they seem to be present in almost all cars today

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Tesla's Megawatt Chargers Are Coming Soon. Here's Where The First Ones Will Go

Tesla's Megawatt Chargers Are Coming Soon. Here's Where The First Ones Will Go

Tesla has listed 64 new Megacharger locations as “coming soon,” with dozens expected to open this year. Megachargers should eventually reach Europe too.

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Vehicle Emissions Standards: Everything You Need To Know For Your Fleet

Vehicle Emissions Standards: Everything You Need To Know For Your Fleet

Stay compliant and cut emissions across your truck fleet by learning about vehicle emissions standards in the UK and how upcoming regulations impact HGV operators.

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The Problems and Challenges with Electric Freight Trucks | Freightera Blog

The Problems and Challenges with Electric Freight Trucks | Freightera Blog

The problems and challenges electric trucks face during production, usage, and implementation in the freight shipping industry.

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What Truckers Should Expect When They Receive a Freight Claim (and How to Handle It)

What Truckers Should Expect When They Receive a Freight Claim (and How to Handle It)

Freight claims are an unfortunate but common part of working in the trucking industry. Whether you're an owner-operator or leased on with a carrier, it’s important to understand what a freight claim is, what to expect when one is filed against you, and how to handle the process responsibly and efficiently. Missteps can lead to unnecessary financial losses, strained relationships with shippers or brokers, and even issues with your insurance provider. Let’s break it down step-by-step.

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Mobile Workshop Trucks for Mining Industry – Alura Trailer

Mobile Workshop Trucks for Mining Industry – Alura Trailer

Alura Trailer manufactures fully-equipped mobile workshop trucks specially engineered for mining operations, including on-site maintenance, lubrication, tyre service and rapid mechanical repair.

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Air Suspension Height Control Failures – Engineering Causes & Fixes

Air Suspension Height Control Failures – Engineering Causes & Fixes

Trailer air suspension height errors cause tyre wear, poor stability, EBS misalignment and dangerous ground clearance issues. Here are the engineering causes and real-world fixes fleets can apply.

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Detachable Gooseneck Lowbed Trailers -  Usage Areas & Transported Equipment

Detachable Gooseneck Lowbed Trailers - Usage Areas & Transported Equipment

A complete guide to detachable gooseneck lowbed trailers, their main usage areas and the types of heavy equipment commonly transported using this trailer type.

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Logistics Companies Sound the Alarm: The 2025 Cargo Delay Crisis Is Already Costing Thousands âAnd Its Getting Worse

Logistics Companies Sound the Alarm: The 2025 Cargo Delay Crisis Is Already Costing Thousands âAnd Its Getting Worse

A global 2025 report on the rising cargo delay crisis affecting forwarders, fleet operators, and logistics companies. Discover the hidden costs, driver wait-time losses, and the operational traps every transport company must avoid.

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Drivers Are Reporting a New 2025 Breakdown Problem — It Starts Small and Ends in a Tow Truck

Drivers Are Reporting a New 2025 Breakdown Problem — It Starts Small and Ends in a Tow Truck

A driver-first look at a fast-growing 2025 breakdown pattern: small electrical or sensor glitches that quietly grow into full roadside failures. Learn what drivers are seeing and how to stop it early.

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How to Diagnose Air Loss in Truck & Trailer Pneumatic Systems

How to Diagnose Air Loss in Truck & Trailer Pneumatic Systems

A complete step-by-step guide for diagnosing air loss in truck and semi-trailer pneumatic systems — covering air tanks, valves, hoses, brake chambers, governor tests and leak-down procedures.

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ABS vs EBS: Clear Engineering Comparison for Semi Trailers

ABS vs EBS: Clear Engineering Comparison for Semi Trailers

A clear engineering comparison of ABS and EBS systems on trailers — braking response, pressure control, sensors, ECU logic, CAN communication and maintenance differences.

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Predictive Maintenance for Semi Trailers: Sensors, Telematics & Failure Prevention (2025 Guide)

Predictive Maintenance for Semi Trailers: Sensors, Telematics & Failure Prevention (2025 Guide)

Learn how predictive maintenance technologies—sensor systems, telematics, brake temperature monitoring and weld-failure prediction—are transforming semi trailer reliability in 2025.

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Brake Temperature in Semi Trailers: Causes, Safe Limits & Monitoring (with °C ⇄ °F Converter)

Brake Temperature in Semi Trailers: Causes, Safe Limits & Monitoring (with °C ⇄ °F Converter)

A practical engineering guide to brake temperature in semi trailers — including causes of wheel-end overheating, safe temperature limits, structural risks and a built-in Celsius ⇄ Fahrenheit converter for workshop and fleet use.

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‘Queens of the Road’ - Spotlight on Female HGV Drivers - Culina Group

‘Queens of the Road’ - Spotlight on Female HGV Drivers - Culina Group

Logistics is an area where equality is improving rapidly, especially in the crucial role of HGV Driver. As an industry that is in the midst of a nationwide

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Pneumatic Systems & Air Pressure Optimization in Heavy Trailers

Pneumatic Systems & Air Pressure Optimization in Heavy Trailers

Comprehensive technical guide on air systems in heavy trailers — covering braking, suspension control, air-line routing, pressure loss analysis, and modern EBS integration.

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African Truck & Trailer Drivers Problems on the Road: Operational, Mechanical & Environmental Challenges

African Truck & Trailer Drivers Problems on the Road: Operational, Mechanical & Environmental Challenges

A technical and field-based overview of the daily challenges faced by truck and trailer drivers across African transport corridors including road conditions, braking issues, cargo security, weather extremes and cross-border logistics difficulties.

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Tare Weight in Semi Trailers: What It Means & Why It Matters

Tare Weight in Semi Trailers: What It Means & Why It Matters

Explains the concept of tare weight in semi-trailers, how it differs from payload and GVWR, and why knowing it is crucial for compliance, safety and operational efficiency.

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Thermal Expansion & Stress in Welded Steel Frames of Semi Trailers

Thermal Expansion & Stress in Welded Steel Frames of Semi Trailers

Analysis of thermal expansion effects in welded trailer frames covering heat-induced stress, distortion control, and long-term fatigue behavior under varying temperatures.

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Wheelbase in Trucks & Semi Trailers: Definition, Function & Design Impact

Wheelbase in Trucks & Semi Trailers: Definition, Function & Design Impact

Understanding what wheelbase means in trucks and semi trailers, how it affects stability, load distribution, and turning radius — plus key differences between long and short wheelbase designs.

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AdBlue in Trucks: What It Is, Why Its Necessary & How It Works

AdBlue in Trucks: What It Is, Why Its Necessary & How It Works

A complete guide to AdBlue — what it is, how it reduces emissions in diesel trucks, and why modern semi trailers and tractors require it under Euro 5-6 regulations.

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Is Mechanical Suspension Necessary for Harsh Road Conditions in Africa?

Is Mechanical Suspension Necessary for Harsh Road Conditions in Africa?

A detailed comparison of mechanical vs air suspension systems for semi trailers operating on rough African roads. Durability, maintenance, and cost-efficiency insights for fleet operators.

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Road Safety for Semi Trailers: Critical Guidelines for Fleet Operators

Road Safety for Semi Trailers: Critical Guidelines for Fleet Operators

A technical and practical guide to semi trailer road safety — covering braking systems, load distribution, tire standards, lighting, suspension checks, coupling security, and preventive maintenance.

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Bottom Loading Tanker Trailers & ADR Applications: Safety, Valves, Flow Control and Compliance

Bottom Loading Tanker Trailers & ADR Applications: Safety, Valves, Flow Control and Compliance

A full technical guide on bottom loading tanker trailers, ADR compliance, loading arm systems, emergency valves, grounding systems, vapor recovery and the operational responsibilities required for safe petroleum transport.

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Truck drivers are more diverse than ever, but women still missing » Land Line Media

Truck drivers are more diverse than ever, but women still missing » Land Line Media

ATRI warns the trucking industry must modernize to appeal to younger, more diverse drivers or face a recruiting problem.

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Trailer Electronic Brake Systems (EBS – ABS) Explained

Trailer Electronic Brake Systems (EBS – ABS) Explained

What is EBS and ABS on semi trailers? How they work together, safety features, system components, legal requirements and compatibility with truck ECUs.

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Truck and Trailer Compatibility: Coupling, Braking & Electrical Interface Guide

Truck and Trailer Compatibility: Coupling, Braking & Electrical Interface Guide

A professional guide explaining how trucks and semi trailers integrate through coupling, braking, and electrical systems — ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operation across fleets.

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Femeile sofer de camion

Femeile sofer de camion

Optiunea de a conduce un camion si de a face cariera in acest domeniu, a crescut semnificativ pentru femei de-a lungul anilor. In ciuda diferentei mari dintre procentul de barbati soferi de camion si femeile ce conduc un vehicul de mare tonaj, cele din urma se integreaza gradual in aceasta meserie.

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European freight rates rise amid tight capacity | trans.info

European freight rates rise amid tight capacity | trans.info

The European road freight market saw rising rates, fewer trucks, and more loads in mid-2025, signalling a tense balance between demand and supply.

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H2Accelerate puts spotlight on hydrogen ICEVs

H2Accelerate puts spotlight on hydrogen ICEVs

The H2Accelerate collaboration has published a new whitepaper outlining the role of hydrogen internal combustion engine vehicles (H2-ICEVs)

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Italy tests truck overtaking ban on A1 motorway | trans.info

Italy tests truck overtaking ban on A1 motorway | trans.info

Italy launches a trial ban on truck overtaking along a busy 90 km stretch of the A1 Milan–Naples motorway to boost road safety and traffic flow.

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BMW Group Logistik successfully tests electric semi-trailer in various scenarios from real-world logistics operations.

BMW Group Logistik successfully tests electric semi-trailer in various scenarios from real-world logistics operations.

+++ Fuel saving of around 48 percent in combination with diesel trucks +++ Range of more than 600 kilometres with an electric tractor +++ Collaboration with the technology innovator Trailer Dynamics +++

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Womy Equipment Supply B.V | Devex

Womy Equipment Supply B.V | Devex

Learn more about Womy Equipment Supply B.V's jobs, projects, latest news, contact information and geographical presence. Womy Equipment Supply has continued expanding our activities since our foundation in 1996. They now

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Daimler Truck signs Senegal assembly deal

Daimler Truck signs Senegal assembly deal

The agreement includes provisions for land, workforce support, and tax incentives, and forms part of “a broader German-Senegalese development and climate partnership”.

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Kässbohrer to showcase innovative designs at SOLUTRANS 2025 - Global Trailer

Kässbohrer to showcase innovative designs at SOLUTRANS 2025 - Global Trailer

Leading semi-trailer manufacturer, Kässbohrer, will participate in SOLUTRANS 2025 from 18 to 22 November 2025 at Eurexpo Lyon, France. 

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Asian star of transport. 21-year-old trucker from Japan wants to be an inspiration for other women | trans.info

Asian star of transport. 21-year-old trucker from Japan wants to be an inspiration for other women | trans.info

"The most beautiful trucker in the world," goes the word about the 21-year-old Rino Sasaki from Japan. The girl loves trucks and willingly shares photos of her everyday work in…

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The Role of Women in Trucking: Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Change | Drive My Way

The Role of Women in Trucking: Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Change | Drive My Way

Discover how women are transforming the trucking industry by breaking stereotypes, excelling as drivers, and inspiring a diverse, inclusive future. Explore their impact and challenges here!

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One-Quarter of Truckers Looking for Another Job Before the Holidays: Study | Supply & Demand Chain Executive

One-Quarter of Truckers Looking for Another Job Before the Holidays: Study | Supply & Demand Chain Executive

To explore the impact of the holiday season on truckers, Lance Surety Bonds conducted a survey asking about truckers’ emotional and physical toll.

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eThekwini road safety operation impounds trucks, catches drivers with fraudulent certificates

eThekwini road safety operation impounds trucks, catches drivers with fraudulent certificates

Authorities in eThekwini have launched a multi-agency operation to address illegal trucking practices.

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Best Logistics & Warehousing Hubs in Europe in 2025 • NordicHQ

Best Logistics & Warehousing Hubs in Europe in 2025 • NordicHQ

Find out the best logistics hubs, warehousing locations and fulfilment centers in Europe. Compare regions, prices and warehouse types.

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A mother’s dream come true: I’ve always wanted to be a truck driver | IRU | World Road Transport Organisation

A mother’s dream come true: I’ve always wanted to be a truck driver | IRU | World Road Transport Organisation

For the next IRU 75th anniversary event, our eyes turn to Türkiye, the home of New Industry Shaper Gülsen Demirci, a mother of two living her dream.

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Ford Trucks: Türkiye an ideal base for manufacturing | trans.info

Ford Trucks: Türkiye an ideal base for manufacturing | trans.info

We speak to Armagan Hazar, Regional Director to learn about Ford Trucks’ product offer, manufacturing base and expansion plans.

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Capacity crisis: freight forwarders face crunch | trans.info

Capacity crisis: freight forwarders face crunch | trans.info

Smart Tacho 2.0 rules leave freight forwarders short on compliant capacity. Find verified carriers with Trans.eu to safeguard deliveries.

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THE 25 largest trailer manufacturers - ALURA TRAILER

THE 25 largest trailer manufacturers - ALURA TRAILER

THE 25 largest trailer manufacturers

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How Ericka Norfleet Found Freedom Behind the Wheel

How Ericka Norfleet Found Freedom Behind the Wheel

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has announced Ericka Norfleet as its October 2025 Member of the Month.

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Tesla Promised Big Range On Its Semi Trucks - Here's What Drivers Are Actually Getting

Tesla Promised Big Range On Its Semi Trucks - Here's What Drivers Are Actually Getting

Tesla promises that its Semi will have a driving range of up to 500 miles. However, real-world data shows ranges hovering between 227 and 377 miles per charge.

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Africa's Trailer and Semi-Trailer Market Set to Reach 991K Units Valued at $8.9 Billion by 2035 - News and Statistics - IndexBox

Africa's Trailer and Semi-Trailer Market Set to Reach 991K Units Valued at $8.9 Billion by 2035 - News and Statistics - IndexBox

Analysis of Africa's cargo trailer and semi-trailer market, including consumption, production, imports, and exports trends from 2013-2024, with forecasts to 2035. Covers key countries, market values, volumes, and trade dynamics.

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Top 25 Semi-Trailer Manufacturers - Metalphoto of Cincinnati

Top 25 Semi-Trailer Manufacturers - Metalphoto of Cincinnati

Take a look at our list of the top 25 semi-trailer manufacturers operating in North America today.

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