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After five years leading the FO500 No. 7 for-hire carrier, Rourke will transition to executive chairman on July 1, passing the torch to the company's current transportation and...
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Daimler
Trucking Efficiency Roundup: Everrati, Aria, Windrose, and Daimler expand electric and hydrogen truck options
Commercial trucking sees new options for electrification and hydrogen, enhancing range, safety, and regulatory compliance for operators.
Feb. 2, 2026
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The Women In Trucking Association launches 2026-27 WIT Index survey to track female workforce participation
Transportation companies are invited to report gender data to benchmark women’s roles across the industry.
Feb. 2, 2026
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Transportation Transitions: Top industry leaders appointed at FedEx Freight, Lily Transportation, and LogistIQ
FedEx, Lily Transportation, and LogistIQ expand leadership to strengthen trucking, logistics, and risk management strategies.
Jan. 30, 2026
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Dry van and reefer spot rates dip, but winter storms could push prices higher
Freight rates cooled across most equipment types last week, but weather disruptions may soon test that downward momentum.
Jan. 29, 2026

Safety

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Clark: Technology trends driving new risks in cargo theft and freight security
Cargo theft is shifting from physical break-ins to cyber-enabled attacks targeting trucks, load boards, and logistics systems.
Feb. 2, 2026
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FMCSA issues 40-state winter weather HOS waiver to support emergency relief operations
The temporary waiver provides hours-of-service relief for drivers responding to severe winter storms and extreme cold.
Jan. 27, 2026
Josh Fisher | FleetOwner
Samsara releases dashcam research showing rapid ROI and risk reduction for public sector fleets
Independent survey data shows agencies recover costs within months while reducing claims, insurance exposure, and administrative workload.
Jan. 26, 2026
Linxup
Trucking Tech Today: Linxup, Netradyne, and Lytx unveil new tools to enhance fleet safety and performance
Fleet managers can use telematics, AI video, and driver scoring to reduce risk and improve operational efficiency.
Jan. 21, 2026

Operations

FleetOwner
FleetOwner Private Fleet of the Year awards honor transportation operations that are part of companies whose primary business isn't trucking.
Submissions are open for the 2026 FleetOwner Private Fleet of the Year awards, sponsored by Descartes Systems. Highlight excellence in safety, technology, and operations in your...
Feb. 2, 2026
Jade Brasher | FleetOwner
2026 Silverado EV rear
Battery health in EVs declines approximately 2.3% annually, with fast charging and high temperatures accelerating degradation. Fleet managers are advised to balance charging needs...
Jan. 28, 2026
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How finding and being a mentor can boost your trucking career
Mentorship in trucking builds skills, fosters connections, and helps both mentors and mentees achieve career growth.
Jan. 28, 2026
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How nuclear verdicts and litigation abuse are threatening trucking’s survival
Runaway jury awards, outdated insurance minimums, and litigation tactics are reshaping how carriers manage risk, safety, and survival.
Jan. 26, 2026

Equipment

Paccar Inc.
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CEO Preston Feight told analysts that added clarity on tariffs and emissions rules is helping drive demand. Body builders have been particularly active of late, he noted.
Jan. 28, 2026
Kenworth
Kenworth, Peterbilt models’ steering cross-shaft may fail
NHTSA has issued new recalls affecting commercial and light-duty vehicles used in trucking operations.
Jan. 27, 2026
Ford Pro
Ford Pro service ecosystem
Ford Pro is leveraging AI and data to shift routine maintenance from when the service shop is open to whenever the vehicle is idle, promising fleets unprecedented uptime and a...
Jan. 26, 2026
Wabash
Dry van trailer orders drove December 2025's month-over-month rebound, according to FTR analysts. ACT Research said the month was the largest trailing equipment order in two years.
Led by dry vans, deferred fleet plans drive 2025 trailer order surge; yet manufacturer production fell to its lowest levels in 15 years as carriers embark on another year potentially...
Jan. 22, 2026

Technology

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ParkPro launches driver-led voting feature to improve access to truck parking in high-demand areas
Drivers can now request specific underutilized parking locations to be opened based on real-time demand.
Jan. 28, 2026
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Samsara expands platform adoption to help food and beverage leaders improve delivery safety, efficiency, compliance
Major brands are standardizing operations on Samsara to gain real-time visibility and AI-powered insights across their fleets and assets.
Jan. 22, 2026
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Truckstop.com launches Heavy Haul Load Board Pro to reduce pricing risk for oversize carriers
Pricing heavy-haul freight has long required specialized carriers to juggle multiple tools, incomplete data, and costly assumptions within tight deadlines.
Jan. 22, 2026
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The first roundtable of 2026 looks at the start of this year: carrier bankruptcies, regulatory crackdowns, emerging technologies, and hopes for that market upturn to finally arrive...
Jan. 21, 2026

Fleets Explained

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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
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Do you really know how and what truck drivers are paid?
Take this quiz to see how well you understand what drivers face on the road in terms of real-world earnings and costs.
Nov. 13, 2025

Emissions & Efficiency

Carrier Transicold
Havi Group deploys Vector eCool trailers to advance cold chain electrification
The first two all-electric Carrier Transicold Vector eCool systems join Havi Group’s fleet after a successful pilot in Portugal.
Jan. 30, 2026
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U.S. diesel and gas prices rise after winter storm
Fuel price averages rise after severe winter weather, affecting trucking and logistics operations.
Jan. 28, 2026
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Diesel prices rise across the U.S., reaching $3.53 per gallon in January
Gas and diesel prices rise this week, with Gulf Coast diesel and Rocky Mountain gasoline seeing the largest regional increases.
Jan. 22, 2026
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Fleets focus on trailer aerodynamics to maximize tractor-trailer fuel economy
NACFE data shows trailer aerodynamics is the most downloaded topic, reflecting fleets’ focus on real fuel efficiency gains.
Jan. 21, 2026

Refrigerated Transporter

Schmitz Cargobull
Schmitz Cargobull delivers 1,000th S.KO COOL refrigerated trailer to Nordfrost to strengthen temperature-controlled logistics
The milestone highlights a long-standing collaboration supporting efficiency and flexibility in frozen food transport.
Feb. 2, 2026
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IFDA unveils 2026 Distributor’s Choice Awards to highlight top-performing foodservice manufacturers
Foodservice distributors recognized manufacturers that excel in partnership, product innovation, sales, and supply chain performance.
Jan. 29, 2026
Gatik
Gatik begins fully driverless refrigerated trucking operations at scale to support commercial deliveries
The deployment marks a shift from pilot programs to sustained, revenue-generating autonomous freight operations.
Jan. 28, 2026
Americold
Americold CFO transition and expanded leadership roles to support company growth
Chris Papa will join Americold as EVP and CFO, effective February 23.
Jan. 27, 2026

Media Galleries

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The industry continues to improve its safety and reduce deadly crashes. Cargo theft, meanwhile, is rising.
Jan. 5, 2026
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FleetOwner's top media galleries of 2025
From a century of classic rigs to the latest heavy-duty and electric work trucks, plus major facility openings, see the 10 media galleries that had FleetOwner readers clicking...
Dec. 31, 2025

Videos

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Descartes shares how data-driven routing and real-time execution are reshaping last mile fleet efficiency.
Jan. 22, 2026
Trucking’s connection to Wreaths Across America
Analyst Dean Croke talks about his plans for this year’s Wreaths Across America and the trucking community's dedication to honoring service members.
Dec. 8, 2025

Learning Resources

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Stop letting disjointed tech hold you back! Our new white paper reveals how supply chain leaders are conquering integration challenges and leveraging AI to build a truly connected...
Nov. 19, 2025
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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