ID 413658810 | 2025 © Andy0man | Dreamstime.com
2026 trucking predictions
Industry experts predict limited freight growth in 2026 due to sluggish manufacturing and stable capacity, while emphasizing the increasing role of AI in automating operations...
Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
Equipment on an assembly line at Mack Trucks Lehigh Valley Operations in Pennsylvania in 2025.
ID 128293926 © Florin Seitan | Dreamstime.com
dreamstime_l_128293926
Members Only
Scott Fosgard Communications
Bosch executives Tanja Rückert and Paul Thomas
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
Top trucking transportation stories of 2025
Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

News

243467947120976___fejuzq6j5msrpi50unsplash
Sponsored
Not protecting perishables can lead to spoiled product, financial losses and reputational damage. Discover strategies for optimizing the cold chain.
Jan. 7, 2026
3320371 | Shariff Che\' Lah | Dreamstime.com
Diesel and gasoline prices show slight declines as 2026 begins
Diesel prices dipped nationally to $3.477 per gallon, with the Midwest seeing the largest 4-cent drop this week.
Jan. 7, 2026
Trucker Path
Trucking Tech Today: Trucker Path, Transfix, and Teletrac Navman enhance fleet efficiency with new tech tools, research
Trucker Path’s driver tools, Transfix’s TMS, and Teletrac Navman research help fleets manage routing, brokerage, and driver accountability.
Jan. 7, 2026
USPS
U.S. Postal Service strengthens requirements for contracted trucking providers
The Postal Service is phasing out non-domiciled CDL drivers who have not been thoroughly vetted to enhance safety and accountability.
Jan. 7, 2026

Safety

Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner, piranka via Getty Images
truck crash illustration
Members Only
The industry continues to improve its safety and reduce deadly crashes. Cargo theft, meanwhile, is rising.
Jan. 5, 2026
Eric Van Egeren
Top 10 safety articles of 2025
Trucking safety in 2025 highlighted both challenges and progress, from cargo theft and nuclear verdicts to stronger fleet safety cultures.
Dec. 26, 2025
Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
English proficiency and CDL rules drive stronger oversight for professional drivers
FMCSA’s renewed enforcement of CDL standards is reshaping driver training and compliance across U.S. motor carriers.
Dec. 23, 2025
Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
tank truck fleet lead
In this episode of The Fleet Lead, American Trucking Associations' new chairman Greg Hodgen, CEO of Groendyke Transport, joins The Fleet Lead to discuss the driver shortage, tariffs...
Dec. 17, 2025

Operations

Watt EV
electric truck stops at Watt EV public charging depot in Southern California
Analyzing FleetOwner survey data, readers reveal mixed attitudes toward EVs, with some fleet operators planning to expand their EV fleets, while others cite cost, range, and infrastruct...
Jan. 7, 2026
56873777 | Vitpho | Dreamstime.com
Why full-service leasing offers cost predictability for private fleets
Economic uncertainty is pushing private fleets to rethink ownership, with full-service leasing emerging as a way to stabilize costs and simplify operations.
Jan. 5, 2026
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
FleetOwner Top 10 Operations 2025
These articles offer a comprehensive view of trucking industry trends, including labor shortages, strategic acquisitions, safety protocols, and market forecasts.
Jan. 2, 2026
82804716 | Neil Lockhart | Dreamstime.com
Fontana: How to review KPIs and improve operational efficiency for the New Year
Reflecting on 2025 successes and gaps allows fleets to make data-driven decisions that improve performance and prepare for the year ahead.
Dec. 30, 2025

Equipment

Kevin Rohlwring
Why band-mounted TPMS keeps failing fleets
Band-mounted TPMS sensors pose time, cost, and maintenance risks, with lessons from past failures warning fleets to proceed cautiously.
Jan. 6, 2026
Autocar
Autocar model’s improperly secured battery cable connections
Safety and electrical defects in Altec and Autocar commercial vehicles prompt NHTSA recall notices for affected fleets and owners.
Jan. 6, 2026
Eric Van Egeren
FleetOwner's top media galleries of 2025
From a century of classic rigs to the latest heavy-duty and electric work trucks, plus major facility openings, see the 10 media galleries that had FleetOwner readers clicking...
Dec. 31, 2025
Eric Van Egeren
eoy_top10_2025_eq
These 10 articles about new trucks, engines, upfitting, tires, and more caught FleetOwner readers' attention in 2025.
Dec. 30, 2025

Technology

26758228 | Josefhanus | Dreamstime.com
FMCSA revokes four ELDs from approved list
Fleets face a 60-day timeline to replace four FMCSA-revoked ELDs or risk out-of-service orders beginning March 1.
Jan. 2, 2026
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
FleetOwner Top 10 Technology 2025
FleetOwner's most-read technology stories showcase how AI-driven safety tools and automation are enhancing fleet safety, with insights from industry leaders on emerging technologies...
Dec. 29, 2025
143974084 | kkssr | Dreamstime.com
Why fleets must prioritize patching to defend against modern cyberattacks
Cyberattacks in trucking often start with delayed updates, not advanced hacking, making patch management a frontline defense for fleets.
Dec. 22, 2025
4872424 | Stacy Nazelrod | Dreamstime.com
Wilkens: how cybersecurity defense is changing for fleets and transportation
Cybersecurity in trucking has moved beyond firewalls, as fleets face identity theft, cargo crime, and AI-driven attacks across digital and physical operations.
Dec. 19, 2025

Fleets Explained

Eric Van Egeren
Top 10 Fleets Explained articles of 2025
A year-end snapshot of Fleets Explained shows which trucking fundamentals—pay, fuel, infrastructure, and safety—kept readers coming back in 2025.
Dec. 22, 2025
18339242 | Bbsimpson | Dreamstime.com
Do you really know how and what truck drivers are paid?
Take this quiz to see how well you understand what drivers face on the road in terms of real-world earnings and costs.
Nov. 13, 2025
361944 | Aaron Kohr | Dreamstime.com
How well do you know tank trucks?
Test your tanker truck expertise. From types, capacities, and safety regulations, our quick quiz will challenge your fleet knowledge.
Oct. 31, 2025
DTNA
western star primary
Explore a century of trucking history shaped by innovation, mergers, and the rise of America’s biggest heavy-duty OEMs.
Sept. 12, 2025

Emissions & Efficiency

163248238 | Vitpho | Dreamstime.com
NACFE’s 12 driver tips for improving truck fuel economy
From speed management to minimizing idling, these driver tips highlight simple ways fleets can improve fuel economy without new equipment.
Jan. 7, 2026
163248852 | Vitpho | Dreamstime.com
Roeth: Fleet efficiency and EV adoption priorities for 2026
NACFE outlines 2026 priorities, including electric vehicle adoption, efficiency studies, and Run on Less – Messy Middle reports for fleets.
Dec. 31, 2025
544953 | Mehmet Dilsiz | Dreamstime.com
Holiday fuel relief brings diesel and gas prices down across the U.S. for fleets
National diesel falls 4 cents to $3.50, and gasoline drops 3 cents to $2.81, according to the latest EIA data.
Dec. 31, 2025
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
FleetOwner Top 10 E&E 2025
This year’s top emissions & efficiency stories highlight how the Trump administration has influenced emissions regulations as well as the closure of Nikola and Bollinger Motors...
Dec. 24, 2025

Refrigerated Transporter

Kia Corporation
Kia launches new 2026 Bongo III refrigerated trucks to boost cargo efficiency and safety
Kia expands its Bongo III lineup with refrigerated models featuring power tailgates and upgraded temperature control.
Jan. 7, 2026
Mokosmart
Mokosmart and Silicon Labs launch M4 Pro and S05T sensors to improve cold chain temperature monitoring
The partnership aims to provide accurate, real-time temperature tracking for perishable goods and pharmaceuticals.
Jan. 6, 2026
Eric Van Egeren
Top 10 Refrigerated Transporter articles of 2025
From TRU performance and Wabash composite bodies to European safety tech, the 2025 top articles show how innovation is shaping refrigerated trucking.
Dec. 31, 2025
Sono Solar
Sono Solar wins European Transport Prize for Sustainability 2026 for solar-powered refrigerated vehicle solution
The award recognizes products that combine environmental protection with economic efficiency in the commercial vehicle sector.
Dec. 30, 2025

Media Galleries

ID 380634795 © Jumain . | Dreamstime.com
truckload economy concept
Members Only
Freight demand by the numbers: Post-pandemic freight activity has been sluggish. Broad manufacturing output has remained largely flat since 2005.
Dec. 18, 2025
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner, assets generated with Shutterstock/AI
trucking by the numbers 2025 cover
Members Only
Private fleets are increasing their count of power units, while for-hire fleets struggle in a freight recession. Though private fleets are more costly to operate, they also tend...
Dec. 17, 2025

Videos

Trucking’s connection to Wreaths Across America
Analyst Dean Croke talks about his plans for this year’s Wreaths Across America and the trucking community's dedication to honoring service members.
Dec. 8, 2025
FleetOwner Feb 2025 QuickChat
Sponsored
Discover how WHI Solutions’ Nexpart is revolutionizing fleet parts procurement through seamless eCommerce integration and real-time accuracy.
Nov. 13, 2025

Learning Resources

wp_image
Sponsored
Stop letting disjointed tech hold you back! Our new white paper reveals how supply chain leaders are conquering integration challenges and leveraging AI to build a truly connected...
Nov. 19, 2025
under_the_hood
Sponsored
Unlock the secrets to selling preventive maintenance that keeps fleets on the road—and your bays full. Learn proven strategies to win PM contracts and build lasting customer partnership...
Oct. 31, 2025
fleetio
Sponsored
Discover how top fleets turn utilization into strategy. Learn to spot hidden inefficiencies, right-size assets, and build smarter budgets. Join us to unlock operational impact...
Nov. 18, 2025
shutterstock_1753657874
Sponsored
Learn how to safeguard your fleet against costly nuclear verdicts with strategies to reduce legal risks, strengthen compliance, and build a legally defensible safety program. ...
Oct. 17, 2025