2022 TMC News Updates

Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

TMCSuperTech Back at Full Strength at Fall TMC

After an abbreviated meeting and TMCSuperTech competition, this years American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Council Fall Meeting and National Technician Skills Competition is back at full strength.

September 14, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

DTNAs OLeary Reflects on Time of Transition for Company, Class 8 Market

John OLearys first year as CEO of Daimler Truck North America has been an eventful one. Its just been this whirlwind of activity, one thing after another, OLeary said during a one-on-one interview with Transport Topics on March 8 at the Technology & Maintenance Councils annual meeting.

March 16, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Experts Offer Advice on Spec'ing EVs for Fleets

ORLANDO, Fla. Industry insiders offered a glimpse into what goes into specing electric vehicles for commercial fleet operations during a panel session at the American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Councils 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition March 8.

March 11, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Alcoa Unveils Lighter Wheels, Covers

ORLANDO, Fla. Alcoa Wheels introduced a new set of products designed to enhance performance and efficiency across the industry.

March 10, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Industry Experts Tell Fleet Managers to Be Proactive With Electrification

ORLANDO, Fla. When implementing a charging station for a commercial fleet, managers should heed the simple phrase, plan early.

March 10, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Clarience Partners With Wabash, Meritor on Connected Truck, Trailer Applications

ORLANDO, Fla. Trucking technology and component provider Clarience Technologies has formed partnerships with trailer maker Wabash National Corp. and industry supplier Meritor Inc. on connected truck and trailer capabilities.

March 10, 2022
Government, Fuel

ATA President Spear Pushes Energy Independence

ORLANDO, Fla. With U.S. fuel prices rising at a record pace, achieving energy independence nationally would help the commercial transportation sector, American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear said March 7.

March 10, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment

Industry Leaders Recognized During TMC Annual Meeting

ORLANDO, Fla. Several industry professionals were honored for their service to the council and the trucking industry during the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition on March 8.

March 9, 2022
Equipment, Safety

Mock Trial Showcases Nuances of Tire-Related Accidents

ORLANDO, Fla. A mock trial to showcase what could happen after a tire-related traffic accident was conducted March 8 at the Technology & Maintenance Council 2022 Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology Exhibition.

March 9, 2022
Business, Technology, Autonomous

DTNAs OLeary Urges Fleets to Prepare Now for Electric, Automated Future

ORLANDO, Fla. Daimler Truck North America CEO John OLeary urged fleets and maintenance shops to begin planning for the emergence of electric-powered and increasingly automated trucks.

March 9, 2022