Equipment


  • An exposed Detroit DD15 engine.
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    Courtesy of Daimler
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    Daimler launches large-scale DEF software update for in-service trucks

    The EPA’s overhaul of restrictions has spurred the OEM to implement software updates for over 300,000 trucks.

    By June 29, 2026
  • FedEx Freight box truck
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    Provided by FedEx Freight 

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    FedEx Freight turns focus toward high-margin shipments

    The LTL carrier has its sights set on gaining market share in the healthcare, grocery and technology markets as an independent company.

    By June 26, 2026
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    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
  • Kratos NASCAR Champion Tire and Wheel
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    Provided by Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

     

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    Kratos completes cross-country tandem autonomous haul for NASCAR race

    The route spanned from Florida to North Carolina and California to deliver race equipment to San Diego.

    By June 25, 2026
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    Obtained from ATRI

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    ATRI seeks input on use of driver-facing cameras

    The information will be used to map carrier and driver strategies to manage in-cab data that improves safety outcomes.

    By June 24, 2026
  • Volvo Autonomous Solutions AVI-SPL truck trailer
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    Obtained from Volvo Autonomous Solutions

     

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    Volvo Autonomous Solutions launches commercial operations with AVI-SPL

    The autonomous route between Dallas and Houston will be hauling electronics and initially have a safety driver on board. 

    By June 23, 2026
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    Roberto Schmidt via Getty Images
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    Fed holds benchmark rate steady

    Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh repeatedly said the central bank’s monetary policy committee will push down inflation toward its 2% goal.

    By Jim Tyson • June 18, 2026
  • A Cummins sign with pine tree branch needles in the foreground.
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    Courtesy of Cummins
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    Cummins CEO joins 3M board of directors

    The OEM executive was also appointed to the board’s science, technology and sustainability committee.

    By June 18, 2026
  • Einride Autonomous POAB5 Truck Sweden 2025
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    Permission granted by Einride
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    Einride becomes publicly traded company

    After securing shareholder approval, the autonomous freight technology company began trading on the Nasdaq.

    By June 17, 2026
  • A view of the Rio Grande at sunset, showing traffic and bridges.
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    halbergman via Getty Images
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    Texas-based carrier files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy

    Triple RRR Carriers, which specialized in cross-border freight, reported nearly $1.2 million in liabilities.

    By June 17, 2026
  • A bridge over a waterway in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, at sunset.
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    P_Wei via Getty Images
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    Sparhawk Trucking seeks buyer, warns of mass layoffs

    “It is impossible for us to determine at present which employees may be affected, if any,” according to the company’s Chapter 11 trustee.

    By June 16, 2026
  • An purple autonomous truck with the Gatik logo on the trailer drives by a PepsiCo facility.
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    Retrieved from PepsiCo on June 09, 2026
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    PepsiCo expanding autonomous truck use in its supply chain

    The multiyear deal with Gatik will help the food and beverage giant increase capacity in "hard to staff" areas of its transportation network.

    By June 15, 2026
  • Thermo King reefer trailer
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    Obtained from Thermo King

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    Telematics Series

    Interest in reefer telematics heats up

    In an industry where 3PLs don’t always know where their trailers are, reefer telematics has been low on the priority list of investments. That’s now changing. 

    By S.L. Fuller • June 12, 2026
  • An ABF Freight Tesla Semi with a city landscape in the background.
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    Permission granted by ArcBest
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    ABF Freight adds Tesla Semis to fleet, evaluates expansion

    Two additional electric trucks, based primarily in California, will help the LTL carrier assess other potential routes.

    By June 11, 2026
  • Volvo Autonomous Solutions Aurora Innovation
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    Obtained from Volvo Autonomous Solutions 

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    Volvo Autonomous Solutions plans fully driverless operations in Q1 2027

    The company said it expects one in 10 long-haul heavy-duty trucks to be driverless on U.S. highways within the next decade.

    By June 11, 2026
  • A white tractor with a trailer branded with Trailer Equipment Network's logo with blue sky and wispy clouds in the background.
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    Courtesy of TEN
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    Transportation Equipment Network names new COO

    The trailer leasing firm tapped former Amazon Freight General Manager Ari Silkey to help modernize operations.

    By June 9, 2026
  • Kenworth T680
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    Obtained from Kenworth 

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    Paccar promotes 2 Kenworth execs

    Incoming General Manager Peter Ahrens and Joe Adams, assistant general manager of operations, are both longtime Paccar employees.

    By June 8, 2026
  • Port of Long Beach green truck corridor
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    Provided by the Port of Long Beach

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    Consortium to develop California ‘Green Truck Corridor’

    The Port of Long Beach, the Wonderful Co. and Lincoln Transportation Services will work together to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gases on the trade route.

    By June 4, 2026
  • Fuel Transport EV truck
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    Provided by Fuel Transport 

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    Kenvue Canada saves big on diesel costs with Fuel Transport EV pilot

    “Use of an EV truck on the Toronto test route resulted in a 44.7% savings on diesel,” Fuel Transport VP of Operations Peter Perrella said.

    By June 4, 2026
  • Volvo Group telematics
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    Obtained from Volvo Group

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    Telematics Series

    Survey finds fleets struggle to use telematics data

    Some companies have in-house teams of 500 strong to discover ways to unlock the technology’s full potential.

    By S.L. Fuller • June 3, 2026
  • A Windrose Electric truck used by Arizona-based JoyRide Logistics.
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    Permission granted by Orior Media on behalf of JoyRide Logistics
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    Battery-electric trucks demonstrate longhaul potential

    Using Tesla Semis and other equipment, carriers are demonstrating the technology’s real-world applications.

    By June 2, 2026
  • A freight truck on the road driving past a mountain landscape and a bright cloudy sky.
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    Courtesy of ITS Logistics
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    Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak

    The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.

    By June 1, 2026
  • Enride truck Ohio EASE Logistics
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    Obtained from Enride 

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    Einride’s cabless trucks hit Ohio roads in Ease Logistics trial

    In Marysville, the autonomous vehicles will go between warehouses on both private property and public roads for the proof-of-concept service.

    By May 28, 2026
  • Amerit reefer trailer
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    Provided by Amerit Fleet Solutions

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    Amerit Fleet Solutions acquires Pro Reefer

    The acquisition allows the company to expand into Canada while enhancing its U.S. operations.

    By May 26, 2026
  • Volvo Group VNR tractor
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    Obtained from Volvo Group

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    Volvo Group North America takes nearly $197M hit in CARB settlement

    The California Air Resources Board alleged that 10,000 Volvo truck engines used auxiliary emission control devices that violated the state’s emissions certification process.

    By May 26, 2026
  • Shipping containers are stacked on a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles, as a truck passes above in front of the snow-capped San Gabriel Mountains, on February 7, 2023 in Los Angeles.
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    Mario Tama via Getty Images
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    Port of Los Angeles sees April volume jump despite Iran war shadow

    Spring and summer goods are arriving at the port, with back-to-school products and holiday inventory in the pipeline, Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

    By May 22, 2026