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Daimler recalls more than 70,000 trucks due to brake issue
Corrosion in modulator valves may cause brakes to pull to one side causing sudden change in vehicle direction, per the recall.
By Larry Avila • March 2, 2023 -
Uber Freight partners with WattEV, CHEP on Southern California routes
The pilot program is the forwarder's inaugural EV truck deployment.
By Colin Campbell • March 2, 2023 -
Republic to expand electric fleet with Oshkosh deal, plans to buy more EVs by 2028
“We need to find what the best trucks are out there, and we're gonna buy the best trucks. And so we're really encouraging the traditional OEMs to improve their truck technology,” said Republic’s EV program lead.
By Maria Rachal • Feb. 28, 2023 -
"P.A.M. Transport Truck in Indianapolis" by Luke Coyle is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
PAM Transport hit with delay in trailer orders, increased costs
The trailer fleet's average age had increased over a year by the end of 2022 as it waited for new equipment.
By David Taube • Feb. 23, 2023 -
What’s ahead for the trucking industry in 2023
Driver constraints, M&A and the need to replace aging equipment are among the issues top of mind for trucking executives.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 17, 2023 -
Biden administration awards $7M for EV truck charging, hydrogen fueling
The money will fund seven projects to develop medium- and heavy-duty charging and hydrogen corridors across 23 states.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 17, 2023 -
US Foods rolls out first wave of EV trucks
The food distributor is planning to deploy 30 EV trucks at its La Mirada, California, distribution center by the end of 2023.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 16, 2023 -
Senate Republicans push to overturn EPA’s recent heavy emissions rules
Dozens of legislators in the chamber voiced opposition to the stricter standards, which begin with 2027 model year vehicles.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 16, 2023 -
Covenant spends extra $10M in push to update fleet
The carrier says it's aggressively working to integrate new fleet equipment to reduce maintenance costs and improve fuel economy.
By David Taube • Feb. 14, 2023 -
Heartland Express acquisitions nearly double age of its trailer fleet
Deals with Smith Transport and TFI International meant the carrier had a rare case of long-term debt at year’s end — something it’s working to eliminate.
By David Taube • Feb. 13, 2023 -
3 trucking tech trends to watch in 2023
Carriers are looking for deals to adopt new tech that could help reduce costs or accelerate innovation.
By David Taube • Feb. 10, 2023 -
Retrieved from GAO.
Regulatory issues to watch for in 2023
A speed limiter proposal from the FMCSA and California’s AB5 labor law are just some of the key items that trucking advocates will challenge this year.
By David Taube • Feb. 8, 2023 -
Volvo, Mack recall some electric trucks due to combustion risk
Two recalls affect 180 EVs in which a cabin heater relay may fail, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
By David Taube • Feb. 7, 2023 -
OOIDA brings 2023 priorities to Washington lawmakers
More truck parking, better restroom access for drivers and upcoming speed limiter regulations are among the association’s chief concerns this year.
By Colin Campbell • Feb. 6, 2023 -
Off-hours EV truck charging deserves discounts, utility group says
Thoughtfully designing charging rates may increase EV adoption, the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners said.
By Robert Walton • Feb. 6, 2023 -
OEMs poised for improvement in 2023
Supply chain disruptions are becoming less severe, but Volvo Trucks North America and analysts still note continuing risks.
By David Taube • Jan. 25, 2023 -
Tesla plans its first high-volume semi-truck factory
The news comes after the EV maker delivered an order of semis to Pepsi in December.
By Kate Magill • Jan. 25, 2023 -
Tracker
Trucking conferences to watch in 2023
Trucking professionals have a host of conference options to choose from this year.
By A.B. Brown • Jan. 23, 2023 -
Large-scale trucking M&A could cool in 2023
A challenging economy may make major deals more difficult to execute.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 13, 2023 -
An inside look at how XPO uses technology in its terminals and trucks
Transport Dive toured one of the LTL carrier's largest facilities to see how it monitors its dockworkers and drivers in real time.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 10, 2023 -
PGT Trucking buys Nikola battery-electric truck, plans to lease 100 more
The flatbed carrier’s foray into BEV trucks is an effort to align with customers’ green energy commitments, President Gregg Troian said.
By David Taube • Jan. 9, 2023 -
Army veteran wins truck in federal push to recruit service members
Driver Ashley Leiva took home a new Kenworth as part of an initiative recognizing veterans who have recently joined the trucking industry.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 5, 2023 -
Q&A
ATA leaders outline trucking’s 2023 priorities
President Chris Spear and Chair Dan Van Alstine share their vision for the next year in an interview with Transport Dive.
By Colin Campbell • Jan. 4, 2023 -
High fuel prices, driver constraints are likely to remain issues in 2023
Trucking industry wades through challenges in shadow of regulatory change.
By David Taube • Jan. 3, 2023 -
Industrial truck maker invests $40M to expand South Carolina plant
Kion North America plans to reshore key component production through its expansion, slated for completion in 2024.
By Megan Ruggles • Jan. 3, 2023