Equipment


  • A Kodiak autonomous truck at a Roush facility in Livonia, Michigan. The space is large enough to allow multiple trucks to be upfitted at once with the driverless technology.
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    Courtesy of Kodiak Robotics
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    Kodiak partners with Roush to upgrade trucks with autonomous tech

    The move ties into developing operations with customer Atlas Energy Solutions, which is running autonomous Kodiak-equipped trucks 24/7.

    By June 23, 2025
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    Retrieved from FHWA.
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    NHTSA resets fuel efficiency framework, rebuffs prior policy

    While there were no immediate changes, the new interpretive rule specifies the government “will no longer regulate beyond its statutory authority,” the agency said.

    By June 18, 2025
  • An aerial view shows a rail freight station with shipping containers and warehouses in Chicagoland.
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    Aaron Seltzer via Getty Images
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    Chicagoland trucking firm files for bankruptcy following railroad suit

    Union Pacific Railroad alleged Nortia Logistics defaulted on a payment plan and owes over $3.2 million.

    By June 17, 2025
  • Allison Transmission International Truck 3414 RHS transmission
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    Provided by Allison Transmission 

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    Allison Transmission acquires Dana Inc.’s off-highway unit for $2.7B

    Through the purchase, the supplier aims to expand its commercial powertrain offerings to a broader global marketplace. 

    By June 16, 2025
  • An aerial view shows dozens of trucks at a rest top next to a four-lane highway.
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    photovs via Getty Images
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    FMCSA rear impact guard labeling issue part of deregulation push

    A rule involving worn-out and illegible stickers, issues that the government has advised are not problematic, could soon be officially voided.

    By June 4, 2025
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    jetcityimage via Getty Images
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    Daimler recalls over 21K trucks

    Western Star 47X and 49X trucks could have potential short circuits due to an incorrect installation, the truck manufacturer said.

    By June 2, 2025
  • An Aurora truck in Texas is seen without a safety observer in the driver's seat on May 1, 2025.
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    Courtesy of Aurora Innovation
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    Aurora changes where humans ride during driverless hauls in Texas

    Human observers, who used to sit in the back, will now be in the driver's seat without operating the vehicle following a request from Paccar.

    By Updated May 21, 2025
  • Hyundai Plus fuel cell ev self-driving autonomous truck Xcient
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    Provided by Hyundai Motor Co. 

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    Hyundai, Plus collaboration pairs self-driving tech with fuel cell trucks

    The automaker and autonomous development firm say the partnership can be a scalable and cost-effective deployment solution for both technologies.

    By Kalena Thomhave • May 8, 2025
  • Wabash National trailers Kodiak Robotics
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    Provided by Wabash National 

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    Wabash faces losses as tariffs prompt customer pullback on spending

    The company’s CEO does see some potential upside to tariffs and the push for U.S. manufacturing.

    By May 2, 2025
  • The Origin autonomous robotaxi co-developed by General Motors and Honda for a commercial ride-hailing service.
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    Courtesy of Honda Motor Co.
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    NHTSA seeks to fast-track AV deployment

    The agency’s streamlined process is meant to aid developers and get autonomous driving technology on U.S. roads faster.

    By April 28, 2025
  • Trucks drive across the U.S.-Mexico border on Feb. 1, 2025, in San Diego.
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    Apu Gomes via Getty Images
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    US opens Section 232 probe into truck imports

    The Trump administration’s latest investigation could set the foundation for new sector-specific tariffs.

    By Philip Neuffer • April 25, 2025
  • Swift trailer hauled on a highway alongside traffic.
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    Permission granted by Benita Taube
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    Knight-Swift: Tariff uncertainties stunt March volumes

    “Our customers are expressing more concern around cost impacts of tariffs and less concern regarding demand from their customers,” CEO Adam Miller said.

    By April 24, 2025
  • Kodiak Robotics highway truck
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    Provided by Kodiak Robotics

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    Kodiak looks to go public via SPAC deal

    The builder of autonomous truck technology has agreed to merge with Ares Acquisition Corp. II, a special purpose acquisition company, at a $2.5 billion valuation.

    By Haley Cawthon • April 17, 2025
  • A FourStar Freightliner location.
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    Courtesy of Four Star Freightliner
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    Four Star Freightliner opens 8th Southeast location

    The dealership in Georgiana, Alabama, will provide repairs, maintenance and parts for medium- and heavy-duty trucks.

    By April 15, 2025
  • President Donald Trump attends a cabinet meeting at the White House on Feb. 26, 2025.
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    Andrew Harnik via Getty Images
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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions

    The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.

    By Philip Neuffer , Updated June 20, 2025
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    Courtesy of Volvo
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    Volvo debuts first customer for truck-as-a-service subscription

    R&M Trucking's use of Volvo on Demand will help it meet customers' sustainability interests while limiting upfront investment.

    By April 1, 2025
  • A C.R. England tractor-trailer on the road.
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    Courtesy of Lytx/C.R. England
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    CR England to outfit fleet with driver-facing cameras

    Lytx DriveCam Event Recorders will be installed in the carrier’s 3,500 trucks to monitor unsafe driving behaviors, the companies announced.

    By Updated April 3, 2025
  • A Swift trailer on an interstate in 2024 in the right lane near a flatbed.
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    David Taube/Trucking Dive
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    TCA president shares optimistic outlook for truckload haulers

    Jim Ward discussed emissions rule rollbacks, independent contractor law and tariffs in an interview with Trucking Dive.

    By March 28, 2025
  • PS Logistics Yordy Transport flatbed
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    Retrived from PS Logistics

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    Tariffs, seasonal demand drive flatbed trucking rate increases

    The rate jumped by 4 cents last week, the largest weekly gain this year, said Principal Analyst for DAT Dean Croke.

    By March 26, 2025
  • A conference participant walks past a spinning representation of Planet Earth during the UNFCCC COP27.
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    Sean Gallup via Getty Images
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    SBTi releases draft of updated corporate net-zero standard

    The Science Based Targets initiative said this “Version 2” of the standard focuses on companies going “from ambition to progress.”

    By Lamar Johnson • March 24, 2025
  • Greenlane's EV truck charging facility in Colton, California.
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    Courtesy of Greenlane
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    Greenlane launches EV charging app for truck drivers

    The program is part of a technology suite that includes a fleet portal and smart software interface.

    By March 18, 2025
  • Smoke pours from the exhaust pipe of a truck in Washington, D.C.
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    Mark Wilson/Getty via Getty Images
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    EPA reconsiders auto, truck emissions requirements

    The agency is reevaluating stricter rules for model-year 2027 cars and trucks set by the Biden administration.

    By March 12, 2025
  • A sign showing electric and hydrogen fueling areas with an arrow pointing forward.
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    Benore Logistic Systems adds 10 hydrogen trucks to fleet

    The transportation provider’s Hyundai Xcient hydrogen fuel cell trucks are traveling on dedicated routes in Savannah, Georgia. 

    By Haley Cawthon • March 12, 2025
  • President Donald Trump walks across the South Lawn at the White House on March 9, 2025.
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    Samuel Corum via Getty Images
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    Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike

    A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won’t double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025
  • An Atlas Energy Solutions autonomous truck without a driver in the Permian Basin next to other vehicles.
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    Courtesy of Kodiak Robotics
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    Kodiak, Atlas scale autonomous truck deployment on private road network

    The AV trucking provider is “the first company to make autonomous trucking a real business,” the firm’s founder and CEO Don Burnette said.

    By Feb. 18, 2025