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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 -
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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 -
Obtained from the National Motor Freight Traffic Association
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 -
Obtained from Kodiak AI
Kodiak AI launches second driverless route with Martin Brower
The added lane between Dallas and El Paso advances the company’s strategy to grow with its existing customers, according to CEO Don Burnette.
By Larry Avila • March 18, 2026 -
Massachusetts DOT to add 15 weigh-in-motion stations
The state is partnering with tech firm Quarterhill to install sensors, vehicle identification systems, and other roadside equipment along key highways.
By Haley Cawthon • March 13, 2026 -
AI literacy and change management among most-needed HR skills
Much of the HR profession remains human-oriented, LinkedIn’s report showed.
By Kathryn Moody • March 6, 2026 -
Torc extends autonomous truck testing to Michigan
Self-driving Freightliner Cascadia trucks are now operating on public roads near Ann Arbor as the company pursues its 2027 market entry plans.
By Haley Cawthon • March 4, 2026 -
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‘A continual focus’: How carriers navigate traffic bottlenecks
ABF Freight, ITS Logistics and Schneider National highlight tools, strategies and solutions to overcome transportation congestion.
By Larry Avila • March 2, 2026 -
Skills are evolving too quickly for current training cycles, report says
Among IT workers, core responsibilities shift every 18 months, but learning was still seen as a benefit rather than an operational necessity, according to Info-Tech.
By Lara Ewen • March 2, 2026 -
Aurora focuses on Southwestern US driverless route growth
The company expects to have more than 200 autonomous trucks on the road by the end of the year.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 27, 2026 -
XPO’s AI is helping provide real-time feedback of loaded trailers
VP of Technology Erin Goheen discussed the new initiative that helps dockworkers and highlighted other use cases where the tech is overhauling operations.
By David Taube • Feb. 24, 2026 -
Sprint Mart launches professional driver loyalty program
The platform lets members earn points when they buy fuel, which can be redeemed for free showers or drinks, or select in-store discounts.
By Jessica Loder • Feb. 9, 2026 -
Key trucking trends and risks to follow in 2026
Learn how carriers are building resiliency as they seek signs for market recovery and regulatory clarity in this collection of Trucking Dive outlooks.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 2, 2026 -
Pilot expands electric semi-truck charging plans
The travel center company plans to add Tesla chargers at around 20 locations across California, Georgia, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.
By Jessica Loder • Feb. 2, 2026 -
PlusAI shores up OEM partnership ahead of public offering
Volkswagen subsidiary Traton Group commits $25 million to ramp up autonomous truck production.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 30, 2026 -
CH Robinson AI agents fast-track responses in missed LTL pickups
The technology is saving over 350 hours of manual work per day, the business said.
By David Taube • Jan. 26, 2026 -
Obtained from ITS Logistics
Echo Global Logistics completes acquisition of ITS Logistics
The deal creates a transportation giant, as the companies generated around $5.2 billion in combined revenues in 2025.
By Larry Avila • Updated March 25, 2026 -
Kodiak AI partners with Bosch to scale autonomous trucking hardware
The partnership is helping give customers options between production line capabilities or upfitting a fleet.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 9, 2026 -
Kodiak AI boosts connectivity through Verizon partnership
The wireless carrier’s cellular and IoT capabilites are expected to improve communications in remote environments for the driverless technology company.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 8, 2026 -
US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI
Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 7, 2026 -
FMCSA says under-21 interstate commercial drivers can finish apprentice program
Those who finished training requirements will still be spared from a minimum age requirement for interstate commercial activity, per the agency.
By David Taube • Jan. 5, 2026 -
Trimac begins Hyundai hydrogen truck pilot
The data collected will aid carriers in building knowledge of hydrogen systems.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 5, 2026