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Paccar recalls several 2025 Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks
Sector shaft gear teeth can fracture due to an improper heat treat, which could cause a loss of steering control, according to a report.
By David Taube • April 10, 2024 -
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$8M grant will double auto capacity at Port of Baltimore’s only unaffected terminal
New parking lots at Tradepoint Atlantic will allow Sparrows Point to welcome more ships after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, President Joe Biden said.
By Colin Campbell • April 8, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Trucking Dive
These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry.
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Old Dominion CEO sees employees as ‘best in the game’
Marty Freeman told Trucking Dive he is proudest of how the carrier’s 23,000 workers "continued to win" in the face of challenges during his first year at the helm.
By Colin Campbell • April 3, 2024 -
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Greenlane unveils EV truck charging corridor
The joint venture has installed more than 100 chargers along Interstate 15 in California.
By Colin Campbell • April 2, 2024 -
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Bidirectional charging could unlock new potential for fleet electrification
A recent pilot by Veolia in the UK could lead to a future where electric trucks can feed energy back into the grid rather than just paying for it. But the U.S. market is still in the early stages of incorporating EV technology.
By David Richardson • April 1, 2024 -
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Trucking interests blast EPA’s heavy-duty truck emissions rule
Groups representing carriers and retailers expressed concern about the fallout from the regulations for model years 2027 through 2032.
By Colin Campbell • April 1, 2024 -
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EPA unveils strictest heavy-duty truck emissions standards to date
New requirements will make compliance with federal rules 40% more stringent for some trucks.
By David Taube • March 29, 2024 -
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Uber Freight expands drop-and-hook program nationally
Increases in density helped scale Powerloop’s reach, which continues to stretch further each month, the company said.
By David Taube • March 29, 2024 -
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Port of Baltimore halts vessel traffic after bridge collapse
While trucks are still being processed, the loss of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is likely to disrupt port operations for some time.
By Colin Campbell • March 26, 2024 -
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Navistar parent plans to pilot AV trucks by end of 2024
Tests in Texas are already underway with plans to further develop major corridors in the Lone Star State.
By David Taube • March 20, 2024 -
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Electrifying US trucking could cost nearly $1 trillion: study
Fleets and charger operators would need to spend $620 billion, with utilities and the government paying $370 billion, per a Roland Berger report funded by the Clean Freight Coalition.
By Colin Campbell • March 19, 2024 -
Courtesy of Schneider National
White House rolls out zero-emission freight corridor strategy
The plan will guide zero-emission, medium- and heavy-duty truck charging and hydrogen fueling infrastructure deployment through 2040.
By Colin Campbell • March 18, 2024 -
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Paccar recalls over 116K trucks due to shifter stalk issue
The recall involves various heavy-duty trucks with model years 2021 through 2025.
By David Taube • March 15, 2024 -
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UPS takes delivery of Kenworth’s first 15-liter, CNG-fueled truck
The semi-tractor’s reduced emissions engine contributes to the parcel giant’s strategy to be carbon neutral by 2050.
By Larry Avila • March 14, 2024 -
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US reviewing security of connected vehicles, including trucks
The proposed rulemaking aims to shield transportation from foreign national security threats.
By David Taube • March 12, 2024 -
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TA 2024 growth plans includes adding 1,600 new truck parking spaces
As the travel center chain opens its 300th location this week, parent company BP has outlined several additions to the brand coming this year.
By Brett Dworski • March 12, 2024 -
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Total Distribution Inc. acquires Swafford Companies’ assets
The deal expands Total Distribution Inc.’s network in South Carolina.
By Larry Avila • March 11, 2024 -
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‘Welcome news’: Parts and labor costs dip in Q4
A reduction in pricing pressures and the influx of more new trucks are lowering carriers’ parts costs, according to TMC and Decisiv.
By Colin Campbell • March 8, 2024 -
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Deep DiveFreight rates could rebound this year: experts
Carrier executives are beginning to show optimism for a rate recovery, which could spell rising costs for customers.
By Larry Avila • March 7, 2024 -
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FMCSA issues safety advisory for American Welding and Tank nurse tanks
Certain models are at risk for "catastrophic failure," with one recently rocketing over 300 feet from its original location, per an agency notice.
By Colin Campbell • March 7, 2024 -
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RaceTrac adds fleet card to payment options
Adding the ability to use Fuelman cards is the latest enhancement the convenience retailer has made to its business.
By Jessica Loder • March 6, 2024 -
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IMC Logistics acquires American Pacific Transportation
The deal expands IMC’s West Coast drayage network, adding 500 trucks to the company’s California operations.
By Larry Avila • March 5, 2024 -
JB Hunt acquires Walmart’s intermodal assets
The purchase is part of a long-term deal that builds on a decades-long partnership between the freight and retail giants.
By Larry Avila • March 4, 2024 -
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Nikola delivers its first fuel cell electric trucks
The OEM delivered 35 in Q4 — and could have done more if not for supplier part constraints, CEO Steve Girsky said.
By David Taube • March 4, 2024 -
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RK Logistics buys On Time Trucking, expanding to East Coast
The deal bolsters the 3PL’s ability to store lithium-ion batteries, a growing business segment for the firm.
By Larry Avila • March 1, 2024
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