There are several types of semi-trailers on the road that all serve a different purpose. Here are the main types and how they connect to the trucks.

Right now, trailers hooked up to semi trucks are entirely freewheeling -- that is to say, there is no method of producing motive force from the trailer itself, it's just along for the ride. But ...

Luxembourg-based trailer and semi-trailer brand Max Trailer, owned by trailer and semi-trailer manufacturer Faymonville, is now offering its Max510 low bed series with pendular axles. The pendular ...

The kingpin is located underneath the front axle of a semi-trailer. It's a small, sturdy metal pin that typically comes in two standard sizes: 2 inches and 3.5 inches.

TORONTO, Ont. — The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) announced today that the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has officially formalized permit programs for the use of smart lift-axles (SML) on semi ...