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 InsightsBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth HeadsetTop StoriesHomeCargo theft expected to surge during long Labor Day weekend“Labor Day weekend has become a prime hunting ground for cargo thieves, with criminal activity more than doubling since 2020."NewsDuffy threatens 3 states with loss of funds over language enforcementHomeFedEx Freight driver from North Dakota wins driving skills competitionHomeFeds halt work visas for foreign drivers; cite safety, job issuesFeatured SponsorThe Litezall Kodiak Konform Work Light