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  • A Nikola Tre BEV electric truck in a city.
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    Nikola recalls electric trucks due to battery pack fire risks

    The manufacturer halted new sales of the Class 8 vehicles and advised customers and dealers to store the vehicles outside.

    By • Aug. 14, 2023
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    Daimler Truck CFO dies in ‘tragic incident’

    Jochen Goetz was “decisively responsible” for the OEM’s 2021 spinoff from Mercedes-Benz Group AG, the company said.

    By Grace Noto • Aug. 11, 2023
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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
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    Canada-based Titanium Transportation Group acquires US truckload carrier

    The Bolton, Ontario, transportation firm paid another $6 million for Crane Transport’s Georgia and Alabama terminals.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Yellow bankruptcy: 7 takeaways from court filings

    Analysts noted terminals will play a central role in the company’s shutdown.

    By • Aug. 8, 2023
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    Yellow files for bankruptcy

    The company posted notices last month it was ceasing operations.

    By • Updated Aug. 7, 2023
  • A Ryder truck.
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    Ryder used vehicle prices decline, projected to bottom out in 2024

    The transportation company’s pricing didn’t slide as much as expected in Q2, CEO Robert Sanchez said on an earnings call.

    By • Aug. 4, 2023
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    Schneider National acquires M&M Transport, targeting dedicated segment growth

    The Wisconsin-based carrier projects the deal will grow revenues in its dedicated segment to $1.5 billion.

    By • Aug. 2, 2023
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    JB Hunt bolsters green fleet with 13 zero-emissions trucks from Nikola

    The carrier says it will deploy its first wave of vehicles on routes in the Phoenix and Los Angeles metropolitan areas.

    By • Aug. 2, 2023
  • Renderings showing Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks, which have initial customer deliveries slated for 2024.
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    Paccar projects boost in production for 2023

    Despite lingering supply chain issues, the OEM aims to build at least 290,000 Class 8 trucks for the U.S. and Canada market.

    By • Aug. 1, 2023
  • MEI Pro-Pac International J&J Machinery Transport flatbed oversize
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    Heavy-hauling specialist MEI expands Southeast presence with Pro-Pac deal

    Buying Pro-Pac and affiliate company J&J will bolster the company’s service offerings, MEI CEO Dan Cappello said.

    By • July 26, 2023
  • The Nikola Tre fuel cell electric truck.
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    Nikola to be pilot customer of Bosch’s hydrogen fuel cell batteries

    The electric truck maker will be the first to use the batteries as Bosch ramps up production in Germany.

    By • July 18, 2023
  • Legislators with the California Senate Transportation Committee meet to discuss AB 316 regarding a safety operator requirement for autonomous heavy trucks.
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    California senators advance bill restricting driverless trucks

    Assembly Bill 316 would limit when trucking operations without a driver could begin, though some legislators said a ban would not be forever.

    By • July 13, 2023
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    Average operational cost of trucking surpassed $2 per mile in 2022: ATRI

    Fuel, driver wages and equipment pushed costs to their highest levels on record, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

    By • July 12, 2023
  • A Gatik truck drives along an overpass as other trucks operate nearby.
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    How partnerships tie into Gatik’s view on middle-mile autonomy

    The AV company’s Class 6 driverless box trucks are replacing Class 8 trucks in short-haul logistics, a spokesperson said.

    By • July 11, 2023
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    Pilot’s tire monitoring program grows beyond expectations

    The system, in partnership with Bridgestone, uses sensors to check tire pressure, temperature and more, and warns managers of potential problems.

    By Jessica Loder • July 7, 2023
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    Regulators propose required automatic emergency braking systems

    The proposed rule would require new vehicles over 10,000 pounds to have the tech, with the goal of reducing crashes and injuries.

    By • June 23, 2023
  • American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear speaks at the 2022 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition on Monday.
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    Why the ATA changed its stance on speed limiters

    The turnaround indicates the technology’s growing use in members’ fleets and the association's recognition of a pending FMCSA rule as inevitable.

    By • June 23, 2023
  • A Cummins logo outside a facility in Richmond, Virginia.
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    New Cummins tech analyzing fuel efficiency aims to launch this year

    The engine manufacturer is rolling out new features following the launch of its predictive maintenance capabilities earlier this year.

    By • June 20, 2023
  • Smoke pours from the exhaust pipe of a truck in Washington, D.C.
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    Biden vetoes resolution to overturn EPA emissions regulations

    A Senate effort to overturn the veto failed to gather the required 2/3 majority.

    By • Updated June 21, 2023
  • A Premier Truck Group showroom.
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    Penske Automotive Group acquires Canada-based truck dealerships

    Transolutions Truck Centres sells and services Freightliner, Western Star and used Daimler vehicles in Winnipeg.

    By • June 15, 2023
  • A group of 5 International MV trucks parked in front of a backdrop of city skyscrapers.
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    NHTSA recall notes fire risk for certain International MV trucks

    Various Navistar equipment can overheat due to leaking brake fluid, the agency said.

    By • June 14, 2023
  • A Schneider National driver plugs an electric Freightliner eCascadia into a charger.
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    Schneider debuts EV truck charging hub in Southern California

    The site will power the carrier’s Freightliner eCascadia fleet, which is expected to grow to nearly 100 vehicles by the end of the year.

    By • June 13, 2023
  • A Marten Transport tractor-trailer in June 2023 on I-95 in Virginia.
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    Marten projects capital expenses will surge

    The carrier's 2023 spend commitments include $164.3 million on new revenue equipment.

    By • June 8, 2023
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    California’s AV bill advances as industry, legislators clash on safety issues

    If the proposed law passes, a human operator could need to be onboard heavy-duty trucks in the Golden State until at least Jan. 1, 2029.

    By • June 5, 2023
  • A Freightliner Cascadia truck driving on the road.
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    Freightliner Cascadia drivers report truck randomly slamming on brakes

    The allegedly faulty system involves 2017–2022 trucks, potentially affecting 250,000 vehicles.

    By • Updated June 6, 2023