The US Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the availability of up to USD2.2bn in competitive grant funding for transit systems able to demonstrate additional pandemic-associated needs.

Suspension components manufacturer, Link Manufacturing Inc of Sioux Center, Iowa, has unveiled a 4-part product range of ‘intelligent’ auxiliary suspension systems designed for heavy-duty trucks.

Allison Transmission Inc of Indianapolis, USA, has announced an aftermarket order of its FuelSense 2.0 software for a fleet of 493, Dennis Eagle and Mercedes-Benz Econic trucks operated by waste management firm Biffa, based in High Wycombe, UK.

PlusDrive will now incorporate thermal imaging capabilities, allowing it to detect objects and pedestrians more easily when normal visibility is obscured.

Phillips Connect (a subsidiary and division of Phillips Industries Inc of Santa Fe Springs, California) has announced a new, 100% solar-powered cargo camera for use in trailers and vans.

The new range, equipped with Orange EV's own 233-kWh battery packs, is slated for release in Q3 2022.

Hendrickson International Inc of Woodridge, USA, has announced production of its 500,000th Steertek NXT proprietary front steer axle, sold to transport operator, J.B. Hunt Transport Inc.

Pressure Systems International based in San Antonio, Texas, USA, has announced that Kellie Taube has joined the sales team as sales director for the Northeast region.

Proterra Transit of Burlingame, California, (a division of Proterra Inc) has announced the promotion of former Chief Operating Officer (COO), Josh Ensign to the role of CEO of the subsidiary.

Chinese automaker, BYD Inc, based in Shenzhen, China has unveiled its third-generation editions of the multi-purpose 6F and 8TT electric trucks for the North American markets.

Allison Transmissions Inc of Indianapolis, Indiana, has expanded its electrification testing capabilities at its Vehicle Electrification + Environmental Test Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The 103,000 sq ft facility in Gilbert, Arizona will be primarily dedicated to the electrification of light- and medium-duty vehicles.