Podcast: Clean transportation as an AV vs. EV horse race

Manufacturers and fleets are pivoting their focus from climate goals to everyday operational efficiencies. How is ACT Expo going to capture the focus on economic sustainability?
Feb. 3, 2026

As the industry pivots from clean fuel goals to "clean intelligence," where is OEM and fleet sustainability spending flowing this year? Erik Neandross, president of TRC’s Clean Transportation Solutions Group, previews ACT Expo 2026 in Las Vegas.

Catch this episode of The Fleet Lead podcast here or search for The Fleet Lead on your favorite podcast app.

Timestamps:

  • 2:00 - Shift to economic sustainability
  • 9:53 - ACT Expo's focus on continuing education
  • 13:40 - The rise of virtual drivers
  • 20:06 - Software-defined vehicles
  • 24:11 - ACT Expo's keynote speakers: Rivian and Mack Trucks
  • 30:23 - The Expo's move to Las Vegas
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Josh Fisher

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Editor-in-Chief Josh Fisher has been with FleetOwner since 2017. He covers everything from modern fleet management to operational efficiency, artificial intelligence, autonomous trucking, alternative fuels and powertrains, regulations, and emerging transportation technology. Based in Maryland, he writes the Lane Shift Ahead column about the changing North American transportation landscape. 

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