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NMFTA launches threat-reporting portal
The free tool seeks to help carriers and other stakeholders to better avoid and respond to fraud and other cyber risks.
By David Taube • June 10, 2026 -
Transportation Equipment Network names new COO
The trailer leasing firm tapped former Amazon Freight General Manager Ari Silkey to help modernize operations.
By David Taube • June 9, 2026 -
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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 Haley Cawthon • June 4, 2026 -
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 Larry Avila • June 4, 2026 -
Obtained from Volvo Group
Telematics SeriesSurvey 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 -
Battery-electric trucks demonstrate longhaul potential
Using Tesla Semis and other equipment, carriers are demonstrating the technology’s real-world applications.
By David Taube • June 2, 2026 -
Obtained from Enride
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 Haley Cawthon • May 28, 2026 -
Obtained from Volvo Group
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 Haley Cawthon • May 26, 2026 -
Telematics Series
From satellites to cellular-connected devices: The evolution of telematics
The technology is heavily associated with location data. “But the potential is there for more,” said the president of ABF Freight.
By S.L. Fuller • May 22, 2026 -
Obtained from Torc Robotics
Torc Robotics appoints CFO
The Daimler Truck tech subsidiary taps a seasoned autonomous industry veteran for the role.
By Larry Avila • May 21, 2026 -
Obtained from Kodiak AI
Federal surface transportation bill adds provision for national AV guidelines
Kodiak AI Founder and CEO Don Burnette says the move is a step to give regulators the tools to oversee “the scaled rollout of autonomous trucks.”
By Larry Avila • May 20, 2026 -
Saia creates new AI, data leadership position
Gautam Bhat, who held previous positions with General Electric businesses and other leadership roles, is tasked with advancing the use of the tech for the carrier.
By David Taube • May 19, 2026 -
FedEx board approves trucking business spinoff
A new standalone FedEx Freight may resemble a start-up, but the LTL carrier is far from it, experts say.
By Larry Avila • May 15, 2026 -
Deep Dive
Is Amazon Supply Chain Services already a logistics heavyweight?
The umbrella of logistics offerings features attractive qualities for shippers, but questions remain around capacity allocation, experts said.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2026 -
Aurora Innovation, McLane expanding partnership in Texas
The popular food supplier is automating long-haul transport between Dallas and Houston, with additional driverless routes expected to be added later this year.
By Jessica Loder • May 12, 2026 -
Retrieved from Aurora Innovation
Aurora says lower operating costs a draw to prospective customers
The value proposition, 15 cents cheaper per mile than the typical compensation for a driver, has “resonated quite well,” CFO David Maday said.
By Larry Avila • May 11, 2026 -
How CNG trucks are providing an alternative to diesel
Compressed and renewable natural gas vehicles represent “the most mature alternative fuel technology currently in widespread commercial deployment,” an industry group said.
By David Taube • May 6, 2026 -
Saia transitions over 10,000 devices to new physical security system
Tech partner SecuriThings’ platform provides streamlined monitoring to better manage and protect assets, the carrier said.
By David Taube • May 6, 2026 -
Toyota to build a hydrogen fueling station in Southern California
A partnership with Hyroad Energy will bring 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks to the company’s North American Parts Center supply warehouse.
By David Taube • May 4, 2026 -
Provided by Carrier Logistics
Carrier Logistics acquired by private equity firm STG
The LTL management software company plans to develop artificial intelligence designed to streamline various terminal operations.
By Haley Cawthon • May 1, 2026 -
Obtained from Kodiak AI
California removes restrictions on driverless trucks
The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.
By Larry Avila • April 30, 2026 -
PlusAI, Churchill Capital call off merger
The parties cited market conditions for terminating their agreement, according to a regulatory filing.
By Larry Avila • April 22, 2026 -
Kodiak expands autonomous trucking program to Midwest
The company demonstrated its technology on a key Interstate 70 freight corridor between Ohio and Indiana.
By Haley Cawthon • April 17, 2026 -
How can telematics aid safety, maintenance? ATRI seeks carrier perspectives
The 15-question survey is open through Friday and seeks to generate takeaways for the industry to improve carrier operations.
By David Taube • April 14, 2026 -
Caltrans launches 3 California highway technology projects with Quarterhill
The work will focus on enhancing freight mobility and infrastructure monitoring across key transportation corridors in the state.
By Haley Cawthon • April 10, 2026