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U-turn on the clean trucks deal is bad for the trucking industry

In an era of political whiplash, the Clean Truck Partnership was meant to be a stabilizing force.

August 14, 2025

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Feds, Nebraska end antitrust investigations of truck makers over emissions pact

Truck and engine manufacturers faced antitrust suits over the agreement to meet CARB mandates even if those mandates were deemed unlawful.

August 13, 2025

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Greenlane announces plans for second electric-truck charging corridor

In addition to the I-15 charging corridor announced earlier this year, Greenlane is now planning an I-10 charging corridor between Los Angeles and Phoenix. Also: TruckPro announces significant charity donation.

August 13, 2025

Under a new partnership, Windrose will utilize Greenlane’s flagship location in Colton as its base of operations for several vehicles and to power its R700 electric truck for pilot customers along the I-15 and I-10 freight corridors.

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Good enough or overkill truck specs?

Fleets need to make tough decisions between “good enough” and “overkill” truck specs. Those decisions also inevitably effect the used market as those new trucks change hands.

August 11, 2025

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How one fleet is using sustainability to attract a younger workforce

Benore Logistic Systems has successfully implemented about 25 sustainable trucks into its fleet – a move that is helping the company attract a younger workforce.

August 8, 2025

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Groups warn OEMs over possible Clean Truck agreement exit

Amid debate over its validity, advocates are pressuring truck makers to end their "silence and equivocations" and honor the Clean Truck Partnership, warning that abandoning it will cost lives and undermine EV investments.

August 4, 2025

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Is the cabover making a comeback?

Is the cab-over-engine truck design destined to take the place of the conventional?

July 31, 2025

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Repeal of truck emissions regs 'doesn’t help the trucking industry'

The GHG3 final rule had been derided as a de facto electric truck mandate.

July 30, 2025

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EPA set to unravel 'disastrous' federal trucking emissions regulations

The proposal would remove all greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty vehicles and heavy-duty engines.

July 29, 2025

If finalized, this proposal would remove all greenhouse gas standards for light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and heavy-duty engines, starting with EPA’s first greenhouse gas regulations set in 2010 for light-duty vehicles and those set in 2011 for medium-duty vehicles and heavy-duty vehicles and engines – which includes off-cycle credits like the much hated start-stop feature on most new cars.

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Is battery electric really the best option to replace diesel in long-haul trucking?

Battery electric became the default zero-emission path largely because personal vehicles got there first. But is it the right choice?

July 29, 2025

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Misinformation is another form of information

The "long-haul" term is used and abused a lot and often adds to confusion and misunderstanding around EVs.

July 28, 2025

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Trump’s emissions rollback: What motor carriers & private fleets must know

While the trucking industry gains temporary relief from complex mandates, fleet managers must now navigate significant uncertainty, balancing the outcome of litigation against ongoing market demands for sustainability.

July 15, 2025

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New electric terminal tractor available from ZM Trucks

ZM Trucks' T75 terminal tractor features a 75-mile operational range, a GCWR of 165,350 pounds, and an 80,000-pound fifth wheel lifting capacity. Also: Recall hits 56K Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks; HOS waiver for New Mexico flooding.

July 15, 2025

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Dealers face flatlined commercial ZEV sales following CARB mandate withdrawals

Following CARB's withdrawal of the ACF and ACT rules, West Coast region fleets no longer have financial motivation or pressure to purchase commercial ZEVs.

July 11, 2025

Following CARB's withdrawal of the ACF and ACT rules, West Coast region fleets no longer have financial motivation or pressure to purchase commercial ZEVs.

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Is it time to revisit your company’s product roadmap?

This year's disruptions are a game-changer. Companies that strategically adjust their product roadmaps will win.

July 11, 2025

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New electric truck charging station opens at Port Newark

The charging station features four 350-kilowatt direct current (DC) fast chargers and offers compatibility with most widely available commercial electric truck models. Also: Truck driver pleads guilty over fraudulent "ghost" tax prep business; reefer rental company expands Northeast footprint.

July 11, 2025

The four direct current fast chargers are located at Port Newark’s truck welcome center at Marlin and Kellogg streets. Drivers are able to give their trucks an opportunity to charge at the station, topping off their vehicles before returning to their primary charging location.

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ABF Freight: Tesla Semi 'generally matched' diesel trucks in 3-week pilot

ABF Freight logged 4,494 miles with a Tesla Semi, averaging 321 miles per day with an overall energy efficiency of 1.55 kWh per mile.

July 9, 2025

The Tesla electric Semi logged 4,494 miles, averaging 321 miles per day with an overall energy efficiency of 1.55 kWh per mile over a three-week test with ABF Freight.

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'Big Beautiful Bill' removes biofuel, renewable diesel 'disadvantage,' experts claim

A new bill could be a big win for greener trucking. By restoring tax parity for biofuels, the legislation aims to fix a failing market, lower emissions with renewable diesel, and reduce costs for consumers.

June 30, 2025

According to ATRI research, while both renewable diesel and battery electric pathways have implementation costs, relying on BEV to decrease CO2 emissions is nearly six times more expensive than using RD.

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Former Montgomery Transport trucks, trailers, other assets up for auction

Late-model Peterbilt 579s, flatbed trailers, shop equipment and more are on the auction block until Tuesday, Feb. 3. Also: Pilot raising money for American Heart Association; new truck parking in Arizona.

With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

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Pilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 states

Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.

Peninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surcharge

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Court halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providers

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