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Leading Fleets Adopt Platform Science’s Virtual Vehicle to Usher in a New Generation of OEM-Native Connected Vehicles

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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“We now have fleets enabling Virtual Vehicle over-the-air on the majority of their vehicles vs. performing a traditional telematics hardware install.

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  • “We now have fleets enabling Virtual Vehicle over-the-air on the majority of their vehicles vs. performing a traditional telematics hardware install.
  • Virtual Vehicle enables fleets to access a marketplace of telematics, driver, and fleet management apps through factory-equipped native OEM vehicle architecture or through simple aftermarket hardware installations for non-compatible vehicles.
  • Virtual Vehicle places vehicles at the center of a dynamic tech hub, with real-time vehicle data, ease-of use, automation, sensor integration, and advanced safety features, as well as a developer platform for fleets and third parties.
  • Covenant Logistics SVP of Technology Eric Whitton: “Virtual Vehicle has given us the ability to move faster as an organization.

Mary Aufdemberg of Daimler Trucks to present keynote address at Green Truck Summit during Work Truck Week® 2024

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Aufdemberg, general manager of product strategy and market development for Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), will deliver the Green Truck Summit keynote address on March 5, 2024. Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency. John Davis, creator, host and executive producer of MotorWeek, returns as emcee and will moderate two new panel discussions, one with fleet leaders at the forefront of advanced vehicle technology adoption and another with top chassis manufacturers. 

Key Points: 
  • Held as part of Work Truck Week® 2024, Green Truck Summit provides insights, solutions and resources in support of the work truck industry's drive toward achieving greater sustainability, productivity and efficiency.
  • More Than a Trade Show™, Work Truck Week encompasses Green Truck Summit, The Work Truck Show®, NTEA Annual Meeting, Ride & Drive, educational sessions and more.
  • Green Truck Summit is March 5, educational sessions run March 5–7 and Work Truck Show exhibits are open March 6–8.
  • Work Truck Week, North America's largest work truck event, is produced by NTEA – The Work Truck Association™.

Transforming the Future of Foodservice Delivery: Sysco Receives First Battery Electric Freightliner eCascadia

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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"The Daimler Truck team has been a great partner to Sysco as we have worked to electrify our fleet and we're thrilled to receive our first battery electric Freightliner eCascadia truck," said Robinson. "This zero-emission tractor is powerful, quiet and -- importantly – very comfortable to drive. That means it's not only good for the planet, but it will improve the driving experience for thousands of our delivery partners."

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON and PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the leading global foodservice distribution company, received its first series-produced battery electric Freightliner eCascadia.
  • With one of the largest private fleets in the United States, Sysco is leading the future of sustainability for foodservice distribution.
  • Earlier this year, Sysco and DTNA, the leading North American heavy-duty truck manufacturer, announced plans to deploy up to 800 battery electric Freightliner eCascadias by 2026.
  • Sysco Riverside continues to build its charging infrastructure to support additional battery electric truck deployments, including adding additional solar capacity.

World remiere of the new battery electric Freightliner eCascadia

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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The eAxle is an electric drivetrain component integrated with an electric motor, transmission and specialized electronics within a compact unit.

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  • The eAxle is an electric drivetrain component integrated with an electric motor, transmission and specialized electronics within a compact unit.
  • Innovative Detroit Connect eServices have been exclusively developed for eCascadia and offer features that allow for maximum uptime, productivity, and profitability.
  • Battery health monitoring tracks and gives visibility into the eCascadia battery's state-of-health percentage, state-of-charge percentage, remaining range miles, and charging status.
  • The Freightliner eCascadia comes standard with Detroit Assurance with Active Brake Assist 5 (ABA 5), setting the benchmark for advanced safety for heavy-duty electric commercial vehicles.

Meritor Awarded Daimler China Business to Supply Heavy Duty On-Highway Axles

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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TROY, Mich., Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced that it has entered into a supply agreement with Beijing Foton Daimler Automotive Co. Ltd. (BFDA), Daimler Truck'sjoint venture in China.

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  • TROY, Mich., Dec. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced that it has entered into a supply agreement with Beijing Foton Daimler Automotive Co. Ltd. (BFDA), Daimler Truck'sjoint venture in China.
  • "Meritor's expertise in reliable, high quality and fuel-efficient axles enables usto offer customers, like Daimler, solutions that specificallymeettheir needs."
  • Meritor axles produced as part of this agreementwill be mounted on the new heavy-duty Mercedes-Benz tractors specifically manufactured for the China market.
  • "We will locally produce Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty tractors, made in China for China.

DGAP-News: AEQUITA SE & Co. KGaA : AEQUITA acquires the Mercedes-Benz minibus business from Daimler Buses

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Friday, November 26, 2021
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Munich/Dortmund - AEQUITA acquires the Mercedes-Benz Minibus GmbH from Daimler Buses.

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  • Munich/Dortmund - AEQUITA acquires the Mercedes-Benz Minibus GmbH from Daimler Buses.
  • As part of the transaction, AEQUITA and Daimler entered into a close partnership in the areas of procurement, sales and after-sales.
  • Between Daimler and AEQUITA, there exists a long-term relationship of trust established on several supply businesses, that closely connects us beyond the minibus business."
  • The minibus business has very good growth opportunities, which we will tackle together in a long-term partnership with Daimler.

Women In Trucking Association Names Lily Ley as 2021 Influential Woman in Trucking

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021
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DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Women In Trucking Association (WIT) and Freightliner Trucks presented the 11th annual Influential Woman in Trucking award today to Lily Ley, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, PACCAR.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Women In Trucking Association (WIT) and Freightliner Trucks presented the 11th annual Influential Woman in Trucking award today to Lily Ley, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, PACCAR.
  • The panel included all of the finalists for the 2021 Influential Woman in Trucking award and was facilitated by Elizabeth McManis, Manager, Brand Marketing, Daimler Trucks North America.
  • The Influential Woman in Trucking award recognizes women in the trucking industry who make or influence key decisions, have a proven record of responsibility, and mentor and serve as a role model to other women.
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

America Rolls Strong Truck Parade Celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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Cargo Transporters, Inc., an asset-based regional and national carrier, along with the support of the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), has hosted the inaugural America Rolls Strong Truck Parade.

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  • Cargo Transporters, Inc., an asset-based regional and national carrier, along with the support of the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), has hosted the inaugural America Rolls Strong Truck Parade.
  • The event celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and commemorates the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
  • Held here in Claremont, North Carolina, the America Rolls Strong Truck Parade featured a 30-truck convoy from local and national trucking companies in the region along with first responder vehicles.
  • The America Rolls Strong Truck Parade included special patriotic Ride of Pride trucks.

Blue Bird Appoints Razvan Radulescu Chief Financial Officer Effective October 1, 2021

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Friday, September 3, 2021
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Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, announced today that it has appointed Razvan Radulescu as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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  • Blue Bird Corporation (Blue Bird) (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, announced today that it has appointed Razvan Radulescu as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • Most recently, Razvan served as General Manager of Procurement for Daimler Trucks North America, responsible for all production and aftersales component purchases.
  • Razvan is an accomplished global executive with extensive financial experience in the truck industry and we are very pleased that he will be joining our senior leadership team, said Phil Horlock, Chief Executive Officer of Blue Bird Corporation.
  • Razvan has a proven track record of driving financial and operational performance and he will take over from Phil Tighe (interim CFO) on October 1, 2021.

Owens & Minor Pursues Sustainable Solutions for Healthcare Through Electric Truck Pilot

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Owens & Minor announced today a new pilot program that uses an electric semi-truck to deliver large-scale medical products and PPE to hospitals in Southern California.

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  • Owens & Minor announced today a new pilot program that uses an electric semi-truck to deliver large-scale medical products and PPE to hospitals in Southern California.
  • In collaboration with Penske Logistics and Penske Truck Leasing, the seven-month pilot program launched in the second quarter.
  • Through the pilot, Owens & Minor has deployed heavy-duty battery electric Freightliner eCascadia from Daimler Trucks North America.
  • Every day, Owens & Minors core Mission is Empowering Our Customers to Advance Healthcare.