From satellites to cellular-connected devices: The evolution of telematics

The technology is heavily associated with location data. “But the potential is there for more,” said the president of ABF Freight.

By S.L. Fuller • May 22, 2026

Torc Robotics appoints CFO

The Daimler Truck tech subsidiary taps a seasoned autonomous industry veteran for the role. 

By Larry Avila • May 21, 2026

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

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Federal surface transportation bill adds provision for national AV guidelines

Kodiak AI Founder and CEO Don Burnette says the move is a step to give regulators the tools to oversee “the scaled rollout of autonomous trucks.”

By Larry Avila • May 20, 2026

Saia creates new AI, data leadership position

Gautam Bhat, who held previous positions with General Electric businesses and other leadership roles, is tasked with advancing the use of the tech for the carrier.

By David Taube • May 19, 2026

FedEx board approves trucking business spinoff

A new standalone FedEx Freight may resemble a start-up, but the LTL carrier is far from it, experts say. 

By Larry Avila • May 15, 2026

Is Amazon Supply Chain Services already a logistics heavyweight?

The umbrella of logistics offerings features attractive qualities for shippers, but questions remain around capacity allocation, experts said.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2026

Aurora Innovation, McLane expanding partnership in Texas

The popular food supplier is automating long-haul transport between Dallas and Houston, with additional driverless routes expected to be added later this year.

By Jessica Loder • May 12, 2026

Aurora says lower operating costs a draw to prospective customers

The value proposition, 15 cents cheaper per mile than the typical compensation for a driver, has “resonated quite well,” CFO David Maday said.

By Larry Avila • May 11, 2026

How CNG trucks are providing an alternative to diesel

Compressed and renewable natural gas vehicles represent “the most mature alternative fuel technology currently in widespread commercial deployment,” an industry group said.

By David Taube • May 6, 2026

Saia transitions over 10,000 devices to new physical security system

Tech partner SecuriThings’ platform provides streamlined monitoring to better manage and protect assets, the carrier said.

By David Taube • May 6, 2026

Toyota to build a hydrogen fueling station in Southern California

A partnership with Hyroad Energy will bring 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks to the company’s North American Parts Center supply warehouse.

By David Taube • May 4, 2026

Carrier Logistics acquired by private equity firm STG

The LTL management software company plans to develop artificial intelligence designed to streamline various terminal operations.

By Haley Cawthon • May 1, 2026

California removes restrictions on driverless trucks

The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.

By Larry Avila • April 30, 2026

PlusAI, Churchill Capital call off merger

The parties cited market conditions for terminating their agreement, according to a regulatory filing.

By Larry Avila • April 22, 2026

Kodiak expands autonomous trucking program to Midwest

The company demonstrated its technology on a key Interstate 70 freight corridor between Ohio and Indiana.

By Haley Cawthon • April 17, 2026

How can telematics aid safety, maintenance? ATRI seeks carrier perspectives

The 15-question survey is open through Friday and seeks to generate takeaways for the industry to improve carrier operations.

By David Taube • April 14, 2026

Caltrans launches 3 California highway technology projects with Quarterhill

The work will focus on enhancing freight mobility and infrastructure monitoring across key transportation corridors in the state. 

By Haley Cawthon • April 10, 2026

New shared EV charging hub opens in Southern California

Initial customers of the site, which features 76 stalls for commercial vehicles, include J.B. Hunt Transport Services and fully electric carrier Nevoya.

By David Taube • April 9, 2026

Toyota to join Daimler Truck, Volvo Group in fuel cell joint venture

The three companies plan to be equal shareholders in Cellcentric, accelerating the development of hydrogen technology for heavy-duty vehicles. 

By Haley Cawthon • April 9, 2026

International, Ryder and PlusAI partner to test autonomous pilot route in Texas

A driverless truck will operate on a daily 600-mile lane between Laredo and Temple.

By Larry Avila • April 2, 2026

EPA axes diesel exhaust fluid sensor requirements

The move is expected to reduce needless downtime, cut costs and give manufacturers more flexibility.

By Haley Cawthon • March 30, 2026

Einride inks deal to develop autonomous freight corridor along Texas toll road

The 41-mile stretch of State Highway 130, which connects Austin and San Antonio, will be equipped with next-generation rest stops as part of the deal.

By Haley Cawthon • March 30, 2026

Estes expands shipping visibility with Samsara tech

“With this, we get not only equipment visibility, but we get a platform we can expand on,” CIO Todd Florence told Trucking Dive.

By David Taube • March 24, 2026

PlusAI unveils ‘major advancement’ in autonomous driving software

Trucks equipped with the tech are already hauling commercial freight in Texas.

By Haley Cawthon • March 23, 2026

NMFTA targets rising freight fraud with online resource hub

The platform provides best practices, expert insights and tools to help combat the growing issue across the industry. 

By Haley Cawthon • March 20, 2026