Chad Elmore

Wisconsin

Managing Editor, KHL Group at Power Progress

Managing editor with Lessiter Publications' Ag Division.

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Articles

Steyr updates Plus tractors

2 days ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Steyr Plus tractors now come with two transmission choices and additional features to match individual customer needs. The Austrian tractor brand’s Plus tractors were introduced last year with S-Control II, a 40 kph 24F/24R transmission with two-speed powershift. The largest 100, 110 and 117 hp models – the 4100, 4110 and 4120 – are now also offered with an electrohydraulic powershuttle 12F/12R transmission.
Adani deploys hydrogen fuel cell truck for mining

3 days ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Adani Enterprises, a flagship company of the Adani Group, has introduced a hydrogen fuel cell truck in India. The company said the hydrogen-powered trucks will gradually replace diesel vehicles used in the company’s logistics operations.
SSA Marine reaches cargo handling equipment milestone

1 week ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

SSA Marine, an independent marine terminal operator, said it has completed the transition of its fleet of 44 small-capacity and heavy-duty forklifts at Berth 55 at the Port of Los Angeles from propane-fueled to battery-electric powered. Berth 55 is the first of SSA Marine’s terminals to fully transition to zero-emissions cargo-handling equipment in its operations.
Hayes expands production capacity

1 week ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Hayes Manufacturing has acquired a new building in Fife Lake, Mich., which it said will add 14,000 sq. ft. to its production and assembly operations, reinforcing its commitment to continuous improvement and meeting the growing demand for drive couplings and bearing-supported stub shaft assemblies. “We are excited about the opportunities this new facility brings,” said Penny Challender, president of Hayes Manufacturing.
Autonomous Solutions launches construction business

1 week ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI), a specialist in industrial vehicle automation and developer of the Mobius autonomous fleet management system, has launched ASI Construction with SoftBank Group Corp. ASI Construction is ASI’s new business unit, which will focus on automating construction equipment to address growing construction demand and a dwindling labor supply, alongside agriculture, logistics and landscaping.
Lippert acquires seat specialist Freedman

2 weeks ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

LCI Industries of Elkhart, Ind.,, through its wholly owned subsidiary, Lippert Components Inc., a supplier of engineered components to the recreation and transportation markets, announced that it has acquired substantially all of the business assets of Freedman Seating Co., an Illinois-based manufacturer of transportation seating solutions. Terms were not disclosed.
Christensen named CFO of Danfoss Power Solutions

2 weeks ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Danfoss announced that Torben Christensen has been named Chief Financial Officer of Danfoss Power Solutions, effective immediately. Previously Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of Global Services, Danfoss Group, Christensen will join the Power Solutions Leadership Team (PSLT) and report directly to Daniel Winter, president of Danfoss Power Solutions. Winter previously served as CFO before assuming the role of President in January.
Mack Trucks to offer battery-electric Pioneer

2 weeks ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Mack Trucks announced it will soon offer an electric version of the Mack Pioneer, which it said was in alignment with its commitment to offering customers sustainable solutions for all Class 8 trucking segments. The Mack Pioneer will reportedly be the first delivery of a completely in-house electric platform utilizing Mack’s proprietary e-axle and Proterra batteries.
Motiv Electric Trucks launches partner network

2 weeks ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Motiv Electric Trucks, a manufacturer of medium duty electric trucks and buses, has launched the Motiv Premier Partner Network (MPPN), a vetted commercial fleet resource consisting of solution providers available to support fleets at any stage of their journey to net-zero emissions.
Harbinger shows plug-in hybrid vehicle for medium-duty fleets

2 weeks ago | powerprogress.com | Chad Elmore

Harbinger, a medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle (EV) manufacturer, unveiled a series hybrid vehicle for medium-duty fleets during ACT Expo in Anaheim, Calif. The new model is an electric vehicle with a gasoline-powered engine used as a range extender to charge the battery, allowing for a reported 500 miles of range between charges. Harbinger’s series hybrid vehicle is currently available for pre-orders and the company said it plans to begin deliveries to commercial customers in 2026.