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    Walmart to miss 2025, 2030 emissions reduction targets

    The retail giant does not expect to meet its goals to reduce operational emissions because of challenges with energy policy and infrastructure, as well as technology availability.

    By Lamar Johnson • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Trucking industry unaffected by restrictions on connected vehicle parts — for now

    The federal government plans to issue a separate rule restricting the use of automotive technology tied to China and Russia in commercial vehicles.

    By • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    California withdraws Advanced Clean Fleets EPA waiver request

    The proposed rule would have required manufacturers to phase out diesel trucks by 2036.

    By • Updated Jan. 15, 2025
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    Key considerations for fleet electrification success

    Managed charging is critical for optimizing electric truck operations.

    Jan. 13, 2025
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    Torc secures Dallas-Fort Worth lease for AV hub

    The site will give the Daimler Truck subsidiary “access to talent, resources and routes,” its CEO said.

    By • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Industry leaders share ways to curb cybersecurity weaknesses

    Free resources and other training can help ready trucking firms for the inevitable, according to transportation leaders.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Daimler Truck to upgrade Michigan plant for traditional, zero-emission trucks

    The investment is part of the truck maker's plans to bolster zero-emission manufacturing for medium- and heavy-duty electric trucks.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Plus hires another former FMCSA deputy chief

    Earl Adams Jr., who led the agency's efforts on autonomous trucking, joined the AV tech firm as VP of public policy and regulatory affairs.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Saia deploys pair of Tesla Semis in California

    The trucks’ capabilities have impressed drivers and executives, the carrier said.

    By • Jan. 3, 2025
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    CH Robinson CEO discusses technology, M&A, freight cycle

    Generative artificial intelligence is reducing time spent on tasks from hours to minutes, CEO Dave Bozeman told Trucking Dive in an interview.

    By • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Hyzon lays off workers, plans to liquidate business

    “To date, no viable strategic alternatives are available to the Company,” according to a Friday securities filing.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Keys to longevity: Business lessons from three 100-year-old LTL carriers

    Dedication to customers and employees, plus investments in growth, are critical to long-term success, executives told Trucking Dive.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
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    EPA grants California waiver for low-NOx truck emissions rule

    The American Trucking Associations and Owner-Operator Independent Driver Association blasted the move, which could be short-lived.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025

    Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.

    By Jim Tyson • Updated Dec. 18, 2024
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    ‘In the trenches’: CH Robinson CEO shares views on tariffs, nearshoring

    The brokerage giant, heavily involved in U.S.-Mexico truckload crossings, is focused on helping customers navigate potential changes in cross-border trade, CEO Dave Bozeman said.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    DHL Supply Chain deploys Volvo autonomous trucks in Texas

    The logistics company is using the technology along two routes in the state as it seeks to increase freight capacity. 

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    ‘A whirlwind’: Saia sprints toward nationwide ambitions in 100th year

    The Georgia-based LTL carrier spent $1 billion and reopened more than 20 former Yellow Corp. terminals in its centennial year.

    By • Dec. 17, 2024
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    Fleets, insurers face big unknowns in the transition to autonomous trucks

    How premiums will change and how risk is assessed will depend on data gathered on AVs.

    By • Dec. 12, 2024
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    New York truck dealer: Rushed zero-emissions requirements threaten small businesses

    Emissions regulations are causing Corporate General Manager Mark Stone to wonder whether Burr Truck will survive another year in New York, he writes.

    By Mark Stone • Dec. 4, 2024
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    What shippers and carriers want from a modern TMS

    Transportation management systems can be a “game changer,” but emerging technology integrations will spur even more benefits.

    By • Updated Dec. 6, 2024
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    Daimler petitions to allow German drivers to test US EVs

    Having six drivers perform safety testing and validation is crucial for powertrain controllers, an FMCSA filing said.

    By Haley Cawthorn • Nov. 27, 2024
  • American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear addresses attendees of the 2024 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition on Monday.
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    ATA urges manufacturers to leave California Clean Truck Partnership

    "The shifting political landscape creates an opportunity," President Chris Spear wrote in a letter to Cummins, Daimler, Volvo and other truckmakers.

    By • Nov. 22, 2024
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    ‘Exceptional’: DOT secretary nominee would support trucking priorities, groups say

    Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy understands trucking issues and will be an ally of the industry, ATA, OOIDA and TCA said.

    By • Nov. 19, 2024
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    Cyberattacks hit 1 in 3 SMBs last year

    Cyber woes for SMBs are exacerbated by a lack of resources to enact advanced security measures, Microsoft Security said in a report.

    By Matt Kapko • Nov. 15, 2024
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    How Volvo Trucks uses AI to boost uptime

    Proprietary artificial intelligence models power an adaptive maintenance system that allows for more efficient stops.

    By Haley Cawthorn • Nov. 15, 2024