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.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 InsightsScosche MagicMount Pro2 Mounts are built with extra powerful, 100% device-safe Neodymium magnetsTop StoriesHome'Ice Road Truckers' returns; Lisa Kelly, Todd Dewey are back on the iceOddly, the show was never officially canceled. It was just placed on indefinite hiatus.HomeHave your say: Survey of top industry issues now open through Oct. 10HomeCargo theft expected to surge during long Labor Day weekendNewsDuffy threatens 3 states with loss of funds over language enforcementFeatured SponsorThe Litezall Kodiak Konform Work Light