VideosSemi trailer inventor honored by hall of fameTruckers News Staff (TN)Aug 5, 2017Updated Aug 7, 2017 August Fruehauf, a Detroit blacksmith, was the father of the semi trailer. He was recently inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in Detroit. This video tribute was shown during the induction ceremonies.FacebookLinkedInX (Twitter)Pinterest Add us as a preferred source on Google Related StoriesVideosHere’s what happens when truck runs red lightVideosThe bigger they are, the harder they failVideosThe excitement of Russian four-wheel drives on icePartner InsightsLucas Oil premium greasesTop StoriesHomeFewer, but more valuable, cargo thefts occurred during second quarter“The groups driving the largest losses are not necessarily trying to steal more freight; they are trying to identify the right shipment."NewsFrom old iron to drag races, August includes numerous major truck showsHomeAre you ready to haul 91,000 lbs. instead of 80,000 ? Take our pollNewsNew Canada-U.S. bridge opening against backdrop of tariffs & dissentFeatured SponsorGarmin dezl Dash Cams capture every detail