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Gatik aims to scale driverless freight operations in Texas next year
The self-driving company previously rolled out its technology in Bentonville, Arkansas, and the greater Toronto area.
By David Taube • Oct. 4, 2024 -
ArcBest chief innovation officer to retire
Michael Newcity, who served over three decades with the company, will step down in December.
By Colin Campbell • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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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.
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California governor leaves door open to driverless trucking
The Golden State remains an outlier compared to 35 jurisdictions that have authorized heavy-duty AV testing, Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a veto letter.
By David Taube • Oct. 2, 2024 -
Trucking conferences to watch in 2025
Plan your year ahead with these key gatherings that bring industry stakeholders to the same place.
By David Taube • Oct. 1, 2024 -
Tech firms applaud California’s heavy-duty AV proposal
The industry has been waiting to deploy the technology further in the state for years, officials noted.
By David Taube • Sept. 27, 2024 -
J.B. Hunt, Daimler add eCascadia to Arizona route
The EV truck will haul the OEM's aftermarket parts from a Phoenix distribution center to dealers along a 100-mile route.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2024 -
Hyzon says next-gen hydrogen truck is ready to scale
“We are proud to announce it has evolved from a prototype to a vehicle ready for full production,” CEO Parker Meeks said.
By David Taube • Sept. 26, 2024 -
Connected vehicle tech could help nationwide e-tolling, officials say
Public and industry leaders have long noted obstacles in regional wireless transponder networks while also envisioning more seamless traveling.
By David Taube • Sept. 25, 2024 -
US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The proposed rule would ban certain technologies, such as fleet-tracking telematics, from countries that could pose security risks.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 24, 2024 -
FedEx Freight slashes spending 62% ahead of potential spinoff
The logistics giant nearly halved overall truck and trailer expenditures last quarter.
By Colin Campbell • Updated Sept. 20, 2024 -
DB Schenker, Maersk, Pepsi to pilot I-10 EV truck corridor
Chargers will power the heavy-duty electric trucking operations between Los Angeles and El Paso, Texas, starting in 2027.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 19, 2024 -
TCA Fall Business Meeting 2024
EV trucking, politics take center stage at TCA conference
The association’s Fall Business Meeting & Call on Washington featured a Q&A with an EPA official and advocacy for truck parking funding.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Uber Freight upgrades its TMS
Updates include simplified dock scheduling features and a streamlined load management experience, the company said.
By David Taube • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Phillips 66 augments fleet fueling payment options
The DriverDash mobile app allows fleet drivers to pay for fuel more safely at more than 5,500 Phillips 66, Conoco and 76-branded gas stations.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 17, 2024 -
Alternatives to electric trucks show more promise, Werner leader says
Chairman and CEO Derek Leathers described limitations with EVs in the carrier's fleet and suggested renewable diesel as a better option.
By David Taube • Sept. 13, 2024 -
TCA Fall Business Meeting 2024
‘It isn’t going to work’: Carrier execs slam EPA emissions rule
Trucking leaders challenged the feasibility of the Phase 3 greenhouse gas reduction rule for new heavy-duty trucks during a Q&A with an EPA official Wednesday.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 12, 2024 -
Waste hauler Recology pilots hydrogen fuel cell truck
The trial marked the first test of a hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse collection vehicle in North America, the carrier said.
By Jacob Wallace • Sept. 10, 2024 -
Greenlane receives $15M grant for EV truck charging
The South Coast Air Quality Management District grant will expedite construction of the venture's flagship site in Colton, California.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 10, 2024 -
California seeks public feedback on self-driving heavy-duty trucks
The state’s DMV put forth draft regulations to spur stakeholder comments.
By David Taube • Sept. 9, 2024 -
ATRI calls on carriers to share trucking’s top concerns
The American Trucking Associations’ research arm uses the input to help prioritize industry strategy.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 6, 2024 -
Low-carbon materials a ‘huge opportunity’ to green the transportation sector
The DOT is releasing $800 million to reimburse builders for using cleaner construction products, Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt said.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 6, 2024 -
DOT awards $102M for zero-emission West Coast freight corridor
The funding will pay for charging stations and hydrogen fueling sites along Interstate 5 in California, Oregon and Washington.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 4, 2024 -
California legislators OK driver requirement for large AVs again
Meanwhile, the state Department of Motor Vehicles moved to potentially advance regulations allowing fully autonomous heavy-duty vehicles on public roads.
By David Taube • Sept. 3, 2024 -
J&J Snack Foods benefits from regional distribution centers
The food maker is shipping more products from the new network while reducing its average length of haul.
By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 30, 2024 -
Ex-Forward Air CEO hired by Nikola
The zero-emissions truck maker appointed Tom Schmitt as chief commercial officer.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 29, 2024