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Nikola pauses EV truck production in Arizona
The move comes as the OEM sells its stake in a joint venture in Europe to focus on the North American market.
By David Taube • May 10, 2023 -
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XPO orders EV trucks for California
The order primarily consists of straight trucks as Class A vehicles face mileage and charging infrastructure challenges, said CEO Mario Harik.
By Colin Campbell • May 9, 2023 -
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10 years after trucking crash killed 2 girls, mother sees hope for change
Over the years, safety reform has lagged, but companies such as J.B. Hunt and Stoughton Trailers pushed ahead of regulations, the victim-turned-advocate says.
By David Taube • May 5, 2023 -
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Walmart, Cummins partner on CNG-powered trucks
The retailer says incorporating alternative fuel vehicles and EVs is a step toward its goal of reaching zero emissions by 2040.
By Larry Avila • May 2, 2023 -
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Kodiak introduces autonomous electric truck
A truck envisioned for short-haul and drayage use is helping show the potential of the concept to scale, the tech company says.
By David Taube • May 2, 2023 -
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Covenant buys Arkansas-based poultry carrier for $100M
The carrier bought Lew Thompson & Son Trucking and its approximately 225 trucks, with plans to expand the company's service reach.
By David Taube • May 1, 2023 -
California lawmakers advance bill to restrict driverless autonomous trucking
The measure, if passed, would require a human operator in the vehicle for testing and deliveries.
By David Taube • April 26, 2023 -
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NHTSA seeks input on side underride guard regulation
The agency will assess public comments on the benefits, costs and other effects of a potential requirement for the safety equipment.
By David Taube • April 25, 2023 -
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Navistar recalls nearly 45K trucks over fire risk concerns
The recall affects mostly 2016-2020 International DuraStar and WorkStar models.
By David Taube • April 24, 2023 -
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Paccar to pay $600M for follow-up lawsuits over EU price fixing
The expense relates to settlements and legal judgments against the OEM, following a 2016 European Commission ruling against truck manufacturers.
By David Taube • April 19, 2023 -
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Schneider touts Frito-Lay as first customer to use EV trucking service
The carrier’s Freightliner eCascadias will initially handle drayage hauls for the snack giant in Southern California.
By Colin Campbell • April 17, 2023 -
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Aurora touts its first Texas AV truck terminal as expenses mount
The company is preparing to haul freight autonomously without vehicle operators between Dallas and Houston in 2024.
By David Taube • April 14, 2023 -
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EPA proposes tougher emission rules for heavy-duty trucks
The agency wants electric trucks to make up a quarter of new sales by 2032 as part of new regulation that quickly drew concerns from the industry.
By David Taube • Updated April 13, 2023 -
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Driver-facing camera footage often exonerates truckers: ATRI
The group’s report offers more than a dozen recommendations for fleets, whether or not they use the devices.
By Colin Campbell • April 12, 2023 -
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With electric delivery vehicles in high demand, GM’s Brightdrop sold out for the year
By 2025, a manufacturing facility in Ontario, Canada, is expected to produce 50,000 units a year.
By Dan Zukowski • April 12, 2023 -
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Q&ASpeed limiters, AVs and double-brokering: A Q&A with FMCSA’s Earl Adams Jr
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is on track to announce a speed limiter rule this year, the deputy administrator told Transport Dive.
By Colin Campbell • April 11, 2023 -
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Aurora hits key milestone to haul freight without a driver
The company is targeting a year-end safety goal and late 2024 commercial launch for its self-driving technology.
By David Taube • April 6, 2023 -
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Paccar, investor clash over environmental lobbying disclosures
Shareholders will vote on whether the OEM should disclose how its activities stack up against international climate change goals.
By David Taube • April 5, 2023 -
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Deep DiveRooted in Richmond: How Virginia’s capital spawned 3 LTL giants
The often-intertwined histories of Overnite Transportation Co., Old Dominion Freight Line and Estes Express Lines offer lessons to today’s fleet executives.
By Colin Campbell , Shaun Lucas • April 4, 2023 -
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Embattled EV maker Nikola promotes insider to CFO
The company's current CFO is stepping down following managerial turmoil in recent years.
By Elizabeth Flood • April 4, 2023 -
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EPA greenlights California truck emission rules, drawing industry outcry
The Biden administration's favorable ruling makes the state the world's first government requiring the sale of zero-emissions trucks.
By Colin Campbell • April 3, 2023 -
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Kodiak Robotics, Forward Air unite for Atlanta-Dallas AV route
In the partnership, a Kodiak truck hauls expedited freight, operating 24 hours a day, six days a week.
By David Taube • March 31, 2023 -
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Navistar recalls 5.8K trucks for grille issue
The recall affects certain International HX models for years 2020–2024
By David Taube • March 28, 2023 -
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Trucking groups launch Clean Freight Coalition
It’s time “to get loud” about the need for commonsense zero-emissions timelines, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear told Transport Dive.
By Colin Campbell • March 28, 2023 -
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Dollar General hits goal of doubling size of its private fleet
The discount retailer expects to operate more than 2,000 tractors by early 2024.
By Larry Avila • March 23, 2023
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