Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
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The Fleet Lead
From the launch of the all-new Volvo VNR to a massive $1.2 billion manufacturing investment in North America, VTNA is poised to take on a chaotic market. President Peter Voorhoeve...
Toyota Motor Corp.
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Diesel price increases drive spot rate gains across dry van, reefer, and flatbed markets
Dry van freight shows stronger volumes and rate gains, with pricing reaching levels not seen since 2022 in some datasets.
April 2, 2026
BeyondTrucks
BeyondTrucks launches AI RateAgents to simplify fleet rate table management
RateAgents for fuel surcharges is the first in a broader set of AI agents that will redefine how carriers manage rate table libraries.
April 2, 2026
Fleetworthy
Acquisitions & Partnerships: Bosch acquires Uptake while True North and Fleetworthy expand partnerships
Bosch pursues Uptake acquisition, while Fleetworthy partners with Haas Alert and True North expands with Total Tire Solutions.
April 2, 2026
Workhorse
Trucking Efficiency Roundup: Fleet electrification grows as OptiGrid, Vanair, Workhorse expand power and EV trucks
OptiGrid, Vanair, and Workhorse showcase how fleets are adopting EV chargers, idle reduction systems, and electric step vans.
April 1, 2026

Safety

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Predictability is the new performance measurement.
April 1, 2026
Fleetworthy
Fleetworthy unveils Accident Tracking to improve fleet risk visibility
The new Accident Tracking capability centralizes both DOT-reportable and non-DOT incidents, enabling consistent preventability analysis, audit-ready documentation, and proactive...
March 30, 2026
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Don’t scrap tires prematurely; modern repairs are safe and highly effective. If industry guidelines are followed, there's no need to fear tire repair.
March 27, 2026
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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

Operations

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A FleetOwner survey finds that many fleets are reconsidering whether to buy fuel in bulk or through contracts. Commenters expressed concern over elevated costs.
April 1, 2026
Coast
Coast fleet card supports fuel savings, reporting, and centralized expense management
Coast combines fuel and corporate card capabilities for fleets with spend controls, real-time alerts, and integrated financial visibility.
April 1, 2026
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How trucking fleets can become safer and more inclusive for Gen Z drivers
Fleets face driver shortages and rising expectations from Gen Z, pushing leaders to rethink safety, technology, and workplace design to attract and retain talent.
March 31, 2026
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
Women in Transportation: By the Numbers
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Women have been in the industry for decades. Here's how they feel about their roles, their organizations, and where the industry could improve.
March 30, 2026

Equipment

Lubrizol
How API CL-4 engine oil will impact fleet maintenance, fuel economy, and uptime
The transition to CL-4 oils is expected to be backward-compatible, but FB-4 use may depend on OEM approvals for specific engines and applications.
April 2, 2026
Cummin
Cummins expands Forever Rising Tour to showcase heavy-duty engines and improve fleet evaluation of performance
The tour will continue at MATS and travel nationwide through May 2026 following strong engagement at TMC.
April 1, 2026
Chevrolet
General Motors models’ roof rail airbag inflator endcap may detach
Multiple OEM recalls affecting commercial vehicles highlight risks tied to fuel systems, airbags, lighting, weld integrity, and load labeling compliance.
March 31, 2026
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The Fleet Lead
Fullbay's survey shares good news for shops, Hendrickson has a new wheel-end sensor, and diesel prices keep going up.
March 27, 2026

Technology

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10 ways fleet technology buyers get RFPs wrong before they start
Common RFP missteps—from unclear goals to poor data—show why transportation and logistics companies struggle to get value from new technology.
March 27, 2026
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TreviPay and NextMove by Cintra launch NextPass Business: Pay by Invoice to simplify fleet toll payments
The program provides consolidated invoicing and flexible payment terms for business and fleet customers across the U.S. and Canada.
March 27, 2026
Eric Van Egeren | FleetOwner
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At Penske, an artist-turned-VP takes pride in mentoring her team and looks forward to trucking’s technological advancement.
March 25, 2026
Torc
Trucking Tech Today: BeyondTrucks, PlusAI, Torc advance fleet operations, autonomous tech, workforce training
AI-powered dispatch, SuperDrive 6.0, and AV training pathways address safety, utilization, and industry skill gaps.
March 25, 2026

Fleets Explained

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load board fleets explained
The online marketplace that connects carriers, brokers, and shippers offers more than a list of loads.
March 20, 2026
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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

Emissions & Efficiency

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Fuel card programs help trucking fleets manage costs, control spending, and improve visibility
New fuel card platforms are expanding beyond fuel to include EV charging, integrated accounting tools, and centralized billing for mixed-energy fleets.
April 1, 2026
Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
Fuel price volatility continues as diesel and gasoline averages tick upward
National diesel and gasoline prices edge higher, with regional shifts showing gains in some areas and declines in others across the U.S.
March 31, 2026
Greenlane
Greenlane completes SOC 2 Type 2 compliance to strengthen commercial EV charging security
Independent verification confirms that Greenlane’s security controls operate effectively across digital platforms and physical charging sites.
March 31, 2026
Duke Energy
Duke Energy launches Green Source Advantage Express program to help expand access to renewable energy
Cisco, United States Cold Storage, and Daimler Truck North America are among early participants advancing sustainability goals through the program.
March 30, 2026

Refrigerated Transporter

Isaac Instruments
Decker Truck Line selects Isaac platform to simplify fleet operations
Drivers tested Isaac tablets and shared real-time feedback ahead of fleetwide deployment.
April 2, 2026
Carrier Transicold
Carrier Transicold names 2025 Dealer of the Year winners in North America
Carrier Transicold Northwest and Grupo Refritrans Centroamérica were recognized for outstanding overall performance across multiple regions.
April 1, 2026
Hyundai Translead
Netradyne and Hyundai Translead launch OEM integration to improve fleet safety visibility and reduce blind spots
Wireless trailer video connects directly to the tractor to support incident reduction and improve driver behavior and claims investigations for fleets.
March 31, 2026
Stoughton Trailers
Stoughton Trailers completes 40 mph rear impact guard test to improve trailer safety
The test surpasses the previous 35 mph IIHS standard, raising the benchmark for rear impact protection in trailers.
March 27, 2026

Media Galleries

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A smaller group of agricultural carriers climbs the rankings despite overall declines in fleet size and growth.
March 26, 2026
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J.B. Hunt tops the trailer count for 2026, surpassing FedEx as the largest U.S. for-hire fleet by trailer volume. Here are the FleetOwner 500 carriers with the most trailers. ...
March 19, 2026

Videos

ProShield XGT™: The Breakthrough Wheel Technology Fleets Have Been Waiting For
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Today we introduce viewers to Accuride’s next generation wheel surface technology engineered to fight filiform corrosion and withstand harsh real world conditions. Accuride’s ...
April 2, 2026
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

Learning Resources

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West Side Transport went shopping for a reliable telematics platform—and uncovered the real game-changer: the people behind it.
March 23, 2026
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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