Clarience Technologies LLC, headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, has entered a technology alliance focused on trailer applications with Lafayette, Indiana-based trailer builder Wabash National Corp.

Bridgestone Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan, has launched a joint programme to develop chemical recycling technologies that utilise used tyres to achieve high-yield production of isoprene, a raw material used in synthetic rubber production.

Continental AG, based in Hannover, Germany, has added a new trailer tyre to its Hybrid line for regional transport. The tyre replaces the older HT3 model in the range, offering improved performance in all-weather conditions, making it suitable for year-round use.

Sales revenues for the group increased by 17.5% over 2020, while reported earnings were EUR1.9bn, a 9% margin.

The Preset Plus eHub, which is designed to efficiently capture waste energy from braking, will become compatible with Meritor's suspensions, brakes, and tyre inflation systems for trailers.

Meritor will join Road Ready's partner network, meaning that data on Meritor truck-trailer components will be collected by the 'LogIQ' telematics network.

The manufacturer of refrigeration systems will expand its operations by adding nearly 300,000 sq ft to the existing structure by mid-2023.

Hankook Tire & Technology, based in Seoul, South Korea, has announced the official opening of a new test centre in Idiada, Spain, around 40 miles outside Barcelona. The test centre operates a highly automated testing process with an on-site team of around 20 people.

The axle and brake manufacturer achieved sales of EUR1.247bn in 2021, with improved performance across the globe.

In this exclusive interview by Truck & Bus Builder, Christiaan Verschueren reveals ZF's ongoing development of an intelligent Electronic Braking System (iEBS) to complement future electrified and autonomous trailer products.

The agreement concerning the supply of axles, brakes, suspensions, and tyre inflation systems has been extended for a further five years.

R452A, which is the refrigerant used in Thermo King's products for EMEA markets, will become the standard for its North American products, replacing R404A.