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Reefer spot rates posted an unusual jump, while dry van and flatbed rates moved in different directions.
Sept. 3, 2026
Descartes, Colonial Group, and Verified Carrier pursue growth through deals spanning 3PL technology, fuel services, and cargo security.
Sept. 3, 2026
The platform provides access to more than 24,000 drug and alcohol testing collection sites nationwide.
Sept. 3, 2026
The platform uses recent driving behavior to give freight brokers a more current view of carrier safety performance.
Sept. 2, 2026

Safety

Commercial drivers face added safety risks now that the school year is back in session, with buses, crosswalks, and children walking or biking to school.
Sept. 1, 2026
Inspectors conducted 54,575 commercial motor vehicle and driver inspections across North America during the three-day event.
Aug. 26, 2026
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NHTSA Administrator Jonathan Morrison and NTSB board member Thomas Chapman will participate in a leadership panel moderated by former NHTSA Administrator Mark Rosekind.
Aug. 24, 2026
New fleet technology developments from Freight Technologies, Geotab, and Kodiak AI target compliance, safety, operations, and autonomous trucking.
Aug. 19, 2026

Operations

Higher equipment prices and operating expenses are pushing private fleets toward data-driven decisions and greater efficiency.
Sept. 3, 2026
The campaign guarantees job interviews for every qualified student through FleetForce's partnership with Swift Transportation.
Sept. 2, 2026
The program is available to Trucker Path app users with fleets of fewer than 10 trucks.
Aug. 31, 2026
Approximately 210 transportation organizations reported gender diversity data for the research.
Aug. 28, 2026

Equipment

Production timelines vary widely for new commercial trucks, making clear terminology increasingly important for fleets.
Sept. 2, 2026
Commercial vehicle recalls involve Altec braking systems, Paccar seat harnesses, and Chrysler rearview cameras.
Sept. 1, 2026
An electric transmission that eliminates hydraulics, reduces heat, and uses electric clutches for seamless gear shifts enables EVs and hybrids to operate efficiently across various...
Aug. 31, 2026
Gatik's $200M Series D funding round will accelerate commercial middle-mile deployments for enterprise shippers like PepsiCo, Kroger, and Walmart after completing 85,000 driverless...
Aug. 28, 2026

Technology

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Where and how does your fleet business use AI?
Sept. 1, 2026
The Fleet Lead
This week, ATA's leader left unexpectedly, the U.S.-Canada trade war heated up, and Missouri started building 255 truck parking stalls.
Aug. 28, 2026
Trimble Freight Visibility gives transportation teams real-time alerts and predictive insights while keeping users in control of their data.
Aug. 27, 2026
Fleet managers can use Teletrac Navman vehicle tracking systems to monitor drivers, vehicles, maintenance, and compliance.
Aug. 26, 2026

Fleets Explained

Do you know the ins and outs of commercial vehicle development? Test your know-how with this quiz.
Aug. 14, 2026
Explore how U.S., European, and Asian trucking operations differ in vehicle design, driver environments, sustainability, and technology adoption.
July 24, 2026
How well do you know load boards, rate negotiations, and freight factoring? Put your trucking knowledge to the test.
July 10, 2026
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Global differences in truck equipment, driver pay, and regulations influence how fleets operate across major markets.
July 3, 2026

Emissions & Efficiency

Diesel and gasoline prices edge lower, while geopolitical tensions and Venezuela’s oil deal cloud the outlook for fuel costs.
Sept. 2, 2026
U.S. on-highway diesel climbed 20 cents this week to $5.652 as escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive crude oil prices higher. Diesel prices nearly $2 per gallon more...
Aug. 26, 2026
NACFE closes out Run on Less – Messy Middle with findings on Class 8 powertrains, TCO, emissions, operations, and maintenance.
Aug. 26, 2026
As a result of this partnership, unsold food from seven California facilities was processed, generating renewable energy and fertilizer while avoiding landfill disposal.
Aug. 19, 2026

Refrigerated Transporter

The roof-applied film is designed for last-mile fleets, refrigerated trucks and trailers, and passenger rail vehicles.
Sept. 3, 2026
The solution monitors temperature, humidity, light, and location across multimodal food shipments.
Sept. 2, 2026
AB 817 also would provide state income tax relief for qualifying settlements tied to the 2026 Boyle Heights fire.
Sept. 1, 2026
The site brings transportation, warehousing, cold chain, freight forwarding, and consulting services together.
Aug. 31, 2026

Media Galleries

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The largest private petroleum fleets span agriculture, propane, industrial gases, and energy services, with varied growth in 2026.
Aug. 27, 2026
General Motors and Quikrete join the 2026 FleetOwner 500’s top private manufacturing fleets, while several established fleets adjust their vehicle counts.
Aug. 20, 2026

Videos

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After a painfully long trough in the for-hire market cycle, how long will the good times last? The for-hire rate increase might last longer than normal, according to this interview...
Aug. 26, 2026
Kodiak AI is expanding Atlas Energy's driverless fleet, scaling to 100 trucks in 2027. Kodiak's chief operating officer outlines the autonomous developer's trajectory.
Aug. 11, 2026

Learning Resources

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Managing security across multiple fleet locations can create costly gaps. See how ACERTUS standardized security across its nationwide operations, reduced theft risk, lowered costs...
Sept. 2, 2026
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High-value vehicles, trailers, and equipment make fleet operations prime targets for theft. This playbook shows how criminals identify vulnerabilities and how to strengthen your...
Sept. 2, 2026
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Lone worker exposure, highway incidents, asset loss, idle waste and fragmented data each carry a cost that compounds before your next report. This ebook maps all five O&G field...
Aug. 27, 2026
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At Freightliner, experience drives how we engineer our trucks. We know fleets need to run safely, profitably and efficiently. With Detroit® powertrain integration and thoughtful...
Aug. 24, 2026