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The top trucking trends of 2022
Driver recruitment, economic concerns, investments in equipment and EVs were top of mind over the past year
By Larry Avila • Dec. 29, 2022 -
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Cost-cutting, regulatory roadblocks: Trucking’s top stories in 2022
The past 12 months saw conditions normalize while firms dealt with problems from overstaffing to cost escalation.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 27, 2022 -
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Trucking groups say EPA’s tougher nitrogen oxide rules will spur challenges
The standards for 2027 could prompt some drivers to avoid upgrading their trucks due to high costs.
By Colin Campbell • Dec. 22, 2022 -
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Meijer deploys all-electric trucks with eye on cold weather performance
The retailer says the trucks will operate within a 200-mile radius of its home charging site in Michigan.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 20, 2022 -
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Volvo recalls certain trucks over air tank detachment concerns
Certain 2022–2023 VNL trucks may have excessively tightened fasteners that are broken, potentially creating road hazards, according to a recall notice.
By David Taube • Dec. 19, 2022 -
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EV waste trucks face a ‘cutthroat business’
The CEO of Battle Motors talked risks and what’s next for rapidly evolving fleet technologies at a recent industry conference.
By Maria Rachal • Dec. 13, 2022 -
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Ryder launches drop-and-hook service
The new service leverages its driver network and trailers on the COOP platform to help customers manage logistics needs.
By David Taube • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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Electrifying trucking would require a major chunk of the US power grid: ATRI
Shifting all vehicles to battery electric vehicles would demand more than 40% of the country’s electricity production, the American Transportation Research Institute said in a report.
By Colin Campbell • Dec. 8, 2022 -
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The 7 top transport stories in 2022
Here’s a look at key issues facing the industry as it also shows signs of contraction.
By Larry Avila • Dec. 5, 2022 -
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ATRI seeks driver, carrier feedback in predatory towing survey
The American Transportation Research Institute invites the industry to rank the states where they encounter the issue most frequently.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 30, 2022 -
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Orange EV to open another Kansas manufacturing site to meet demand
The facility will allow the electric truck maker to produce 1,800 terminal vehicles per year, more than triple its current capacity.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 29, 2022 -
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AV truck market gets more crowded with Waabi Driver debut
The tech startup says its technology stands out given its emphasis of simulations over on-road testing to improve abilities.
By David Taube • Nov. 28, 2022 -
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JB Hunt, Schneider expect little equipment market relief in 2023
Executives told investors not to expect a better environment next year, as competition for new equipment remains high.
By Larry Avila • Nov. 22, 2022 -
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FedEx Express Europe debuts renewable diesel in Netherlands linehaul operation
In a small-scale experiment, some heavyweight, long-distance trucks are running on organic matter or waste materials.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 22, 2022 -
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An inside and on-the-road look at Plus’ semi-autonomous truck
The vendor gave Transport Dive a ride on Interstate 5 in California to demonstrate its AV technology.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 16, 2022 -
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Covenant hit with $7.5M increase in maintenance, operations costs
Executives are now pursuing a more aggressive replacement strategy as they seek to control inflation.
By David Taube • Nov. 2, 2022 -
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Ryder used truck, tractor prices cool from 2022 highs
Proceeds from vehicle sales had been historically high, but executives said they expect more tempered figures in the near future.
By David Taube • Oct. 27, 2022 -
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Paccar recalls over 76K vehicles due to digital display issue
A software problem involving certain 2022–2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt models prevents critical safety information from appearing on the display.
By David Taube • Oct. 25, 2022 -
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Werner wants to ‘stay at the forefront’ of autonomous tech
In an interview with Transport Dive, executives shared why it’s pursuing multiple arrangements with AV startups.
By David Taube • Oct. 12, 2022 -
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Deep DiveHow the trucking industry is helping feed a million Floridians after Hurricane Ian
Operation BBQ Relief drew volunteer drivers from across the country to deliver much-needed supplies in the storm’s aftermath.
By Colin Campbell • Oct. 10, 2022 -
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September sees surge in Class 8 truck orders as demand is unleashed
Preliminary order levels had ben kept below 18,000 on average in H1. September saw more than 56,000 orders.
By David Taube • Oct. 6, 2022 -
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Stoughton Trailers uses robotic welding to build chassis amid labor woes
Staffing challenges have changed the ROI on automation for the OEM, which projects strong demand to continue through 2023.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 29, 2022 -
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Nikola recalls all Tre BEV trucks in US due to seat belt defect
The flaw could increase the risk of injury during a crash, according to the NHTSA.
By David Taube • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Shipper initiative targets zero emission trucking fleets by 2040
Ikea, Unilever and Maersk are among the founding members of a push to phase out the heaviest, most polluting freight vehicles.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Schneider to partner with Torc Robotics on autonomous truck pilot
The carrier will provide the tech company with freight loads for its pilot operations throughout next year.
By David Taube • Sept. 26, 2022
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