Xantrex rolls out new sine wave inverter line
Electronic stability control mandate kicks in
A federal mandate that nearly all new Classes 7-8 tractors sold in the United States be equipment with electronic stability control systems has officially kicked in.
Initially announced in 2015, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has estimated the mandate will save up to 49 lives, prevent up to 1,759 crashes each year, and provide net economic benefits of more than $300 million annually.
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Kelly wins praise across the aisle, but bigger task is ahead
Raised voices could be heard through the thick door to the Oval Office as John Kelly — then secretary of Homeland Security — offered some tough talk to President Donald Trump. Kelly, a whip-cracking retired ...
Gates Mini Crimper Designed to Be Compact
The Gates GC16XD Mini Crimper and pump is designed to offer the performance and speed of a powered pump in a smaller package.
The battery-operated pump has a sealed bladder reservoir that prevents contamination and allows the pump to operate in any position.
Combined with the GX16CD Mini Crimper weighing 44 pounds, the device can make quick, high-quality assemblies in more demanding locations.
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China’s DiDi to back small Uber rival Taxify in Europe, Africa
HONG KONG/FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Chinese ride-hailing company DiDi Chuxing is investing an undisclosed amount in Estonian online taxi firm Taxify to help it expand in Europe and Africa, where it has gained share in some cities against U.S. player Uber [UBER.UL]. DiDi Chuxing will invest in and collaborate with Taxify to support the latter's further expansion across its regional markets, the two companies said in a joint statement on Tuesday. DiDi and other increasingly well-funded competitors in the ride-sharing business are seeking to grab share from Uber in regional markets around the globe, seeking to capitalize on the San Francisco-based firm's recent, highly publicized woes.
Mudflap flap settled by judge
Workhorse helping Brinks energize its US fleet