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Major industry players and OEMs offered updates and unveiled new products such as battery management software, roadside safety alerts, and aerodynamic cab fairings, emphasizing...
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Freight recession survival: How fleets can cut costs and optimize operations
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Spot market rates dip as freight volumes show mixed trends across dry van, refrigerated, and flatbed loads
Spot market rates fell last week across dry van, refrigerated, and flatbed segments, while volumes showed mixed week-over-week trends.
Nov. 6, 2025
International Motors
Trucking Tech Today: Fleets gain new safety, autonomous, compliance solutions from Grote, International, and J. J. Keller
Fleets gain insight into new safety alerts, Level 4 autonomous trucks, and combined ELD-GPS tracking for enhanced compliance and operations.
Nov. 6, 2025
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Diesel rises across most regions while gas slips for fleets this week
National fuel averages show diesel gains and gasoline declines, offering insight into current trucking costs.
Nov. 5, 2025
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter model improperly reinforced frame member
Recent recalls affect Ford, Isuzu, Tesla, and Mercedes-Benz vehicles, highlighting safety risks for fleets and operators.
Nov. 5, 2025

Safety

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Clark: Top 12 winter preparation tips to keep your fleet safe and operational
Cold engines, icy roads, and frozen brakes pose risks; proactive maintenance helps drivers stay on schedule.
Nov. 3, 2025
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DRIVE Safe Act raises questions on teen drivers and interstate trucking safety
Industry experts question whether introducing teens to long-haul trucking addresses labor shortages or increases safety risks.
Oct. 30, 2025
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CVSA releases 2025 operation safe driver week results to highlight unsafe driving trends
Law enforcement issued thousands of warnings and citations to drivers for speeding, distracted driving, and other violations.
Oct. 24, 2025
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CVSA releases 2025 International Roadcheck results to highlight safety compliance trends
The 2025 International Roadcheck, conducted May 13–15, resulted in 56,178 inspections across North America, with 81.6% of vehicles and 94.1% of drivers found to be compliant.
Oct. 21, 2025

Operations

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How trucking fleets can strengthen customer relationships during economic uncertainty
Economic uncertainty makes it crucial for fleets to listen, empathize, and adapt services to meet changing customer needs.
Nov. 4, 2025
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Rick Schweitzer, NPTC general counsel
Outsourcing jobs, or even your entire fleet operation, does not eliminate your company's exposure.
Oct. 30, 2025
DTFS
Daimler Truck Financial Services and Geico launch connected insurance program to lower premiums
The collaboration enables Freightliner and Western Star owner-operators and small fleets to save up to 10% on commercial vehicle insurance.
Oct. 30, 2025
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Trucking success starts with identifying the right problems—not quick fixes
Identifying core issues before acting can help fleets save time, money, and resources on ineffective solutions.
Oct. 29, 2025

Equipment

Traton SE
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Tariff pressures are weighing more heavily, and surcharges didn’t make up for the increases in costs last quarter, when sales fell 17% from the spring.
Oct. 31, 2025
Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
2025 Ford Lightning Pro
The 2025 Ford Lightning Pro is designed for commercial fleets, offering impressive power, a familiar driving experience, and work-ready features at an accessible price point, ...
Oct. 29, 2025
Paccar Inc.
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A third round of cuts in less than a year is affecting 300 people at the factory, which makes light and medium-duty trucks.
Oct. 29, 2025
Tesla
Tesla Cybertruck models’ front parking lights might be too bright
NHTSA recalls affect International, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla commercial vehicles due to safety concerns associated with transmission, braking, and lighting.
Oct. 29, 2025

Technology

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How AI helps fleets do more with less in a tight freight market
Fleets are leveraging AI to optimize routes, reduce fuel costs, and improve safety amid ongoing freight recession pressures.
Nov. 6, 2025
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AI and automation drive the next era of commercial vehicle safety
How transportation technology solutions are shifting fleet safety from reactive to proactive.
Nov. 3, 2025
BeyondTrucks
Trucking Tech Today: Kooner, Birdseye, and BeyondTrucks enhance dispatch and yard operations
Kooner, Birdseye, and BeyondTrucks offer tools that improve fleet uptime, yard visibility, and AI-powered dispatch planning for trucking companies.
Nov. 3, 2025
CLI
Trucking Tech Today: LTL software, tire tools, and 5G connectivity improve operations
Mountain Valley Express upgrades its TMS, while Aperia and EpicVue introduce tools for tire management and in-cab connectivity for fleets.
Oct. 31, 2025

Fleets Explained

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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
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Explore a century of trucking history shaped by innovation, mergers, and the rise of America’s biggest heavy-duty OEMs.
Sept. 12, 2025
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A look at the history of trucking labor unions, significant strikes, and how they continue to shape driver rights and fleet operations today.
Aug. 29, 2025
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While there are only a handful of dominant truck OEMs in the market today, there were many more at one time. You might know which parent companies bought, sold, and ended the ...
Aug. 1, 2025

Emissions & Efficiency

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Roeth: Natural gas, battery electric, and hydrogen trucks show performance gains and competitive efficiency.
Long-haul fleets are testing diesel, natural gas, BEV, and hydrogen trucks, revealing how each powertrain meets duty-cycle demands.
Nov. 5, 2025
Clean Energy
Trucking Efficiency Roundup: Clean Energy, Bendix, Workhorse advance sustainability across CV operations
Clean Energy, Bendix, and Workhorse introduce sustainable solutions that balance fleet performance with cost savings and environmental goals.
Nov. 4, 2025
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Diesel prices rise 10 cents nationwide as regional costs surge across the U.S.
Fuel prices reversed last week’s decline, pushing the national diesel average to $3.718 and squeezing operating budgets for carriers.
Oct. 29, 2025
Harbinger
Trucking Efficiency Roundup: Harbinger, Dragonfly Energy, and Seattle expand electric truck adoption in North America
Electric trucks arrive in Canada, connected battery technology advances, and Seattle backs Class 8 fleets to cut emissions and costs.
Oct. 28, 2025

Refrigerated Transporter

Sunswap
Noble Foods rolls out Sunswap battery and solar-powered refrigeration to cut transport emissions
The zero-emission refrigeration units maintain precise temperature control while supporting the company’s net-zero goals.
Nov. 6, 2025
Peli BioThermal
Peli BioThermal opens expanded Allentown service center to strengthen cold chain support
The upgraded facility expands capacity and enhances service capabilities to meet growing pharmaceutical customer demand.
Nov. 5, 2025
UPS
UPS acquires Andlauer Healthcare Group to strengthen healthcare logistics and cold chain capabilities
With the acquisition, UPS Healthcare will be able to manage temperature-sensitive treatments across North America more efficiently.
Nov. 4, 2025
IFDA
IFDA crowns top professional truck drivers and warehouse associates at National Championship
The competition brought together 284 foodservice distribution professionals to demonstrate precision, expertise, and safety commitment.
Nov. 3, 2025

Media Galleries

Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
2025 Ford Lightning Pro front
Instead of making you wait for the full review to drop, here's your chance to view photos of the Ford Lightning Pro early.
Oct. 23, 2025
Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
2026 Silverado EV Trail Boss grille
The 2026 Silverado EV Trail Boss impresses with a 494-mile range, onboard power outlets, and a versatile Multi-Flex Midgate, setting new standards for electric trucks.
Oct. 9, 2025

Videos

Cox Auto Update & Winter Prep
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Discover how Cox Automotive is integrating Fleet Services and FleetNet America, blending 1st-party technicians with a national network, and the key steps fleets must take now...
Nov. 5, 2025
Geotab Presents the Go Focus Plus at ATA MCE 2025
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Join Emily Williams, Head of Transportation Business Development at Geotab, as she cuts through the industry fatigue to reveal how Geotab's GO Focus Plus AI dash cam is fundamentally...
Nov. 5, 2025

Learning Resources

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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
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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
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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
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Are you tired of product spoilage costing you money? In this ebook, discover how fleet management software can help you maintain cold chain integrity, enhance compliance, and improve...
Oct. 15, 2025