Kodiak Robotics
Kodiak SensorPod
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Self-driving trucks have a lot of promise, but do they make financial sense? Carriers will need to answer questions of integration, maintenance, and infrastructure.
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
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Daimler Truck Holding AG
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Lion Electric
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PlusAI
PlusAI International truck
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595 Truckstop Diesel Pumps in Ft Lauderdale, Florida.
Ongoing oil disruptions in the Middle East pushed on-highway diesel above $5 for the first time since 2022. With the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed to tankers, gasoline prices...
March 18, 2026
Kevin Jones | Trailer-Body Builders
trailer manufacturing
The Fleet Lead
Hear testimony from U.S. builders and from importers in the trailer trade war, how Canada is caught in the middle by the recent ruling, and what's next for OEMs and the market...
March 18, 2026
Michelin Connected Fleet
Michelin Connected Fleet launches Smart Predictive Tire to reduce tire-related downtime and costs
Using real-time pressure, temperature, and predictive maintenance insights, the solution improves the management of trailer tires.
March 18, 2026
Rizon
Mitsubishi Fuso Rizon models’ software error may prevent vehicles from being driven
Rear ABS, EGR valves, and electronic manuals are among the key components flagged in recent trucking recalls.
March 17, 2026

Safety

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Why cybersecurity and cargo crime are no longer separate problems
Cargo crime and cybersecurity now intersect, with digital identity and compromised systems enabling coordinated physical thefts in trucking.
March 12, 2026
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
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Kim Corona transformed TransWest's safety training and CDL programs, fostering a strong safety culture. Her leadership, mentorship, and focus on individual success have driven...
March 12, 2026
Verisk
CargoNet RouteScore helps fleets assess cargo theft risk across U.S. and Canadian routes
Risk scores from 1 to 100 help fleets identify high-risk hauls based on commodity, value, and route history.
March 11, 2026
Solera
Solera’s IntelliScan ProView combines sensors, GPS, and imaging to monitor cargo movement
IntelliScan ProView captures time-stamped interior images to document potential security incidents and cargo issues.
March 9, 2026

Operations

Aurora
Driverless truck cabin
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As autonomous truck developers pursue commercialization within the next couple of years, self-driving trucks promise to enhance safety and boost efficiency.
March 16, 2026
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Rising operational costs for truck fleets: how to manage fuel, labor, and equipment expenses
With fuel volatility and labor costs tightening margins and trucks getting more expensive, fleets must shift toward data-driven efficiency to stay profitable in 2026.
March 16, 2026
Bridgestone
Bridgestone unveils new Fleet Portal to simplify fleet management and operational workflows
The platform centralizes fleet tools and data into a single web-based application for improved efficiency.
March 16, 2026
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Fleet Advantage unveils complimentary audit to help fleets reduce 2027 procurement costs
The company will also share new fleet benchmarking data and discuss strategies to prepare for EPA 2027 compliance.
March 16, 2026

Equipment

Lindsay
Lindsay launches Road Runner TMA for faster deployment and enhanced truck work zone safety
Fleets can improve driveline reliability, material handling, and work zone protection with Eaton, Lindsay, and Prinoth solutions.
March 17, 2026
Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
The all-new Mack Granite
Industry players revealed a focus on reducing operational costs and improving safety with new vocational vehicles, alongside the use of smarter telematics solutions designed to...
March 12, 2026
J.B. Hunt Transport
2026 500 tractors primary
Landstar joins the top 10 tractor list this year, while Old Dominion moves up, replacing Prime Inc.’s previous spot.
March 12, 2026
Isuzu
Isuzu launches Advantic premium body program to streamline upfits for dealers
Advantic-branded dry van bodies will be built in Landisville, Pennsylvania, and available for order in spring 2026.
March 12, 2026

Technology

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The court most recently sided with Samsara in its legal battle against an industry rival, ruling Motive must pay damages over a dashcam study it used to claim superiority. Last...
March 13, 2026
Engine
WEX recently named Engine as a preferred travel partner. The partnership allows WEX fleet mobility customers to reserve and pay for hotel rooms through a mobile application.
WEX and Engine are integrating hotel and travel bookings directly into the WEX payment ecosystem, reducing administrative friction for truck drivers and fleet staff.
March 13, 2026
Torc Robotics
Torc Robotics autonomous haul
The Fleet Lead
Torc Robotics is partnered with the most popular Class 8 OEM in the U.S.—and it's using generative AI to develop training simulations for its driver.
March 11, 2026
Bot Auto
Bot Auto autonomous haul
The Fleet Lead
Focused on minimizing its cost per mile, Bot Auto operates its own autonomous truck fleet to pursue a transportation-as-a-service model for shippers.
March 11, 2026

Fleets Explained

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What are nuclear verdicts?
Jury awards of over $10M—called nuclear verdicts—are climbing in trucking and driving up insurance and legal risk. Test your knowledge on what drives these verdicts and how fleets...
Jan. 23, 2026
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Fleets Explained: What are nuclear verdicts?
Nuclear verdicts—jury awards exceeding $10M—are rising, impacting fleets through higher insurance costs, reputational risks, and financial strain.
Jan. 9, 2026
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
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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

Emissions & Efficiency

NACFE
Hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 pilot truck operating in real-world fleet conditions during NACFE Run on Less.
NACFE's latest "Messy Middle" report analyzes 18 days of data from 14 Class 8 tractors to reveal how different energy pathways—from hydrogen to electric—actually perform in the...
March 18, 2026
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How adaptive charging infrastructure drives TCO parity for electrified fleets
Electrified fleets can achieve TCO parity when charging infrastructure is aligned with real-world route variability and multi-shift operations.
March 17, 2026
Harbinger Motors
New Harbinger Motors HC Series
Harbinger Motors launches HC Series Cab—a medium-duty, low-cab-forward vehicle available in electric and hybrid versions—at Work Truck Week.
March 11, 2026
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Diesel prices surge nationally as Middle East conflict drives fuel costs higher for fleets
Fuel prices saw their largest weekly jump since 2022. National on-highway diesel prices average $4.86 and gasoline tops $3.50, as the Middle East conflict drags on.
March 11, 2026

Refrigerated Transporter

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Rainforest Distribution selects Manhattan platform to upgrade supply chain planning
The platform unifies planning and execution to optimize refrigerated operations and support continued growth.
March 18, 2026
FSA
FSA recaps 70th Annual Food Shippers Conference, addressing supply chain, AI, and fraud
More than 1,300 food supply chain professionals gathered to network, learn, and tackle key industry challenges.
March 16, 2026
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Peli BioThermal partners with Polar Group to expand cold chain solutions in Brazil
Peli BioThermal is collaborating with Polar Group to increase the availability of reusable and single-use temperature-controlled packaging for the Brazilian life sciences market...
March 13, 2026
Cold-Link Logistics
Cold-Link Logistics expands Providence cold storage facility to meet growing regional demand
Additional pallet positions will more than triple the facility’s capacity, enhancing service for regional customers and consumers.
March 12, 2026

Media Galleries

Ram Trucks
2027 Ram Promaster City
The revived Ram ProMaster City was unveiled at Work Truck Week 2026, signaling Ram's commitment to small cargo van customers. It boasts a compact footprint, substantial cargo ...
March 11, 2026
FedEx
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FedEx and UPS lead the top 10 by truck count, while R+L Carriers, Temco Logistics, and UniGroup climb in the straight-truck rankings.
Feb. 25, 2026

Videos

Konexial: Unifying Geo-Operations into a Single Intelligent System
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At the TCA Annual Conference, Konexial shares how today’s fleets can move beyond disconnected tools and siloed data to achieve true connected fleet intelligence.
March 17, 2026
Tim Denoyer ACT Research
For-hire pricing might finally get a boost this year, driven not by booming freight demand but by continued capacity shrinkage.
March 5, 2026

Learning Resources

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Manual work and errors slow businesses down. Learn how a Digital Workforce scales your business, boosts efficiency, and delivers measurable ROI; all without disrupting any of ...
March 17, 2026
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Fuel costs aren’t just about price per gallon. This guide breaks down how hybrid fueling — combining fleet cards with mobile delivery — can reduce hidden costs, recover productivity...
March 12, 2026
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Is your trailer tracking solution driving your fleet forward? Use this checklist to compare your current technology with SkyBitz’s SmartTrailer™ ecosystem and see if you’re maximizing...
March 11, 2026
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Keep your heavy equipment running and your operators accountable with this free pre-shift inspection checklist covering engine, cab, undercarriage, hydraulics, and more.
Feb. 26, 2026