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25 June, 2026
NACFE report warns technician shortage threatens adoption of new truck powertrains
A new report from the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) says the trucking industry’s technician shortage is becoming an even greater challenge as fleets adopt a wider mix […]
Read more25 June, 2026
The sophistication of autonomous driving in the Permian Basin
The Permian Basin in West Texas is a perfect use case for autonomy, according to Lauren Harper, chief of staff of Kodiak AI. The United States’ most productive oil field […]
Read more25 June, 2026
Ontario breaks ground on Webequie Supply Road to accelerate Ring of Fire access
Ontario has broken ground on the 107-km Webequie Supply Road, marking the start of construction on the first all-season road into the Ring of Fire region and accelerating the province’s […]
Read more25 June, 2026
Volvo expands use of recycled materials in latest VNL, VNR trucks
Volvo Trucks North America (VTNA) is increasing the use of recycled and renewable materials in its newest heavy-duty truck models, introducing more sustainable components in the new Volvo VNL and […]
Read more25 June, 2026
AI is helping gas stations collude to raise California fuel prices, lawsuit says
AI-powered software has allowed gas station operators across California to illegally collude and drive up prices at the pump, according to a federal lawsuit. The proposed class action lawsuit accuses […]
Read more25 June, 2026
Samsara aims to take guesswork out of maintenance decisions with new AI capabilities
Samsara found that for some fleets, maintenance can account for roughly 10% of operating costs, yet deciding which repairs deserve immediate attention still heavily depends on experience, service manuals and […]
Read more25 June, 2026
Samsara looks to enhance driver experience with AI assistants, ride-alongs, coaching tools
When a driver starts a shift, he or she needs weather updates, traffic conditions and job-site information to complete the job successfully. Along the way, dispatch might need to communicate […]
Read more24 June, 2026
Trucking Cares Foundation boosts support for South Dallas Driving Academy
The Trucking Cares Foundation (TCF) has donated another $25,000 to the South Dallas Driving Academy (SDDA), bringing its total financial support for the nonprofit driver training program to $85,000 since […]
Read more24 June, 2026
Hours-of-service cheating hasn’t disappeared in the ELD era. It has simply evolved.
When a truck involved in a crash came under scrutiny, Halton Regional Police commercial vehicle inspector Marc Taraso expected to find a straightforward hours-of-service violation. Instead, he alleges he uncovered […]
Read more24 June, 2026
FedEx revenue gains on higher package volumes
FedEx Corp. reported adjusted earnings for the fiscal fourth quarter ended May 31 of $6.31 a share on revenue of $25.01 billion, a 13% increase. The company said the results […]
Read more24 June, 2026
Ontario expanding 110-km/h speed limits across most 400-series highways
Ontario announced today it is raising speed limits to 110 km/h on an additional 938 km of provincial highways. The increase will bring the total length of 110-km/h highways to […]
Read more24 June, 2026
Ontario to require six months of full G license experience before Class A road test
Ontario is introducing a new experience requirement for Class A truck license applicants, requiring drivers to hold a full Ontario Class G license or equivalent for at least six months […]
Read more24 June, 2026
CLTA names Shaw executive director
The Canadian Livestock Transporters’ Alliance (CLTA) has appointed Terry Shaw as its new executive director. Shaw succeeds Susan Fitzgerald, who is stepping down after serving as the organization’s inaugural executive […]
Read more24 June, 2026
Truck tonnage index falls in May
U.S. trucking activity contracted 2% in May after decreasing 0.9% in April, according to the American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index. “After a total gain of […]
Read more23 June, 2026
Mack Trucks hosts Trump for campaign-style rally
President Donald Trump visited a Mack Trucks facility in battleground Pennsylvania on June 23, attempting to shift attention to the U.S. economy in his first major public event outside the […]
Read more23 June, 2026
Stemco expands Michigan plant to boost kingpin production
Stemco has completed a major expansion of its manufacturing facility in Millington, Mich., adding approximately 20,000 sq.-ft. of operational space to increase production capacity for its Kaiser kingpins and bushings. […]
Read more23 June, 2026
Andy acquires assets of Transport Express Frontières
Andy Corporation has acquired the majority of the assets of Transport Express Frontières. As part of the transaction, drivers supporting Transport Express Frontières’ operations will join Andy Transport. “This acquisition […]
Read more23 June, 2026
American Eagle Transport names new president, operations VP
American Eagle Transport has announced two senior leadership appointments as the Gulf Coast-based oilfield transportation and logistics provider looks to expand its operations and market presence. The company promoted Harold […]
Read more23 June, 2026
Florida breaks ground on 917 truck parking spaces along I-4 corridor
Transportation officials have broken ground on five truck parking expansion projects in Florida that will add 917 parking spaces along the Interstate 4 corridor, a key freight route that carries […]
Read more23 June, 2026
SPOT MARKET TRENDS: Spot rates rose in May, but cooled in most recent week
Spot market rates continued to trend upward in May but have cooled in the most recent week ended June 19. The softening marked the end of a remarkable 24-week of […]
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