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    Rivian
    Here's how one of the oldest OEMs came into existence compared to how an EV startup has become one of the most recognized EV OEMs. Only time will tell if Rivian will one day be considered a legacy EV OEM.
    Electric Vehicles

    The road to becoming an OEM

    Jade Brasher
    Sept. 17, 2024
    EV startups are all the rage. Yet, those that have cracked the OEM formula are few and far between. Only time will tell how successful new EV OEMs will become.
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    Karin Rådström, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Trucks and incoming CEO of Daimler Trucks, talks about the electric truck during IAA 2024 in Hannover, Germany.
    Equipment

    Daimler Truck’s MB eActros 600 Wins International Truck of the Year honors

    Kevin Jones
    Sept. 17, 2024
    IAA Notebook: Daimler Truck’s heavy-duty long-haul electric truck won the International Truck of the Year 2025 award as the international truck show opened in Germany. The Mercedes...
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    National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
    For the Driver

    Truck drivers: How do you want to be appreciated?

    Jenna Hume
    Sept. 16, 2024
    It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, but how do drivers really want to be appreciated?
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    US Mexico freight trade nearshoring economy
    Videos

    What would a Fed rate cut mean for trucking?

    Josh Fisher
    Sept. 16, 2024
    ACT Research's Jim Meil shares expert insights into the trucking economy and details what a Fed rate cut could mean for carriers. In this video with FleetOwner, he compares the...

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    marijuana testing results

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    trucking marijuana debate
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    safe states for trucking

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    As it relates to marijuana, drivers are still subject to Department of Transportation regulations and testing. This brings some confusion for drivers and retention challenges for carriers.
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    How to report cargo theft to law enforcement: Essential tips for ensuring effective communication

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    While the survey reports private fleets are experiencing growth, the average number of fleet power units has shrunk, and there has been an increase in driver turnover year over year.
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    private fleets hidden costs
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    tire inspections
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    Best Fleets to Drive For nominations now open: Recognizing companies supporting truck drivers
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