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Maintenance

Oils & lubricants
Choosing a used oil collector: What fleets should check before signing on
Fleet managers should thoroughly vet their used oil transporter's permits, testing protocols, and compliance records to mitigate operational liability.
November 5, 2026
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Oils & lubricants
Watch how Shell makes new diesel engine oils
The Shell Rotella team gives Trucks, Parts, Service a look behind the scenes of developing a new engine oil as it prepares for the rollout of PC-12.
October 30, 2026
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October 22, 2026
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Artificial Intelligence
From hype to reality: How fleets are embracing AI
How artificial intelligence is transitioning from a conceptual buzzword into practical operational tools that automate back-office tasks, streamline recruitment, and enhance fleet safety.
November 3, 2026
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Business
Ryder adds six new East Coast locations with acquisition
Ryder has completed the acquisition of Efficiency Enterprises, with locations in Florida, New York, Maryland and Delaware. Also: Operation Highway Shield sidelines 400 in Arkansas; latest recalls from Paccar, Great Dane, Wabash.
November 3, 2026
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Components
Truck parts inflation cooled in 2026, though prices remain high
Inflation for heavy-duty truck parts has cooled but overall prices remain well above pre-2024.
October 22, 2026
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Maintenance
Popular terminal tractors recalled for fire risk
Kalmar Ottawa T2 4x2 and 6x4 terminal tractors are being recalled, and owners are advised to park the units outside and away from structures. Also: California troopers put 28 trucks, 13 drivers out-of-service for violations; Piston fuel payment service expanding with new fuel stop partnership.
October 20, 2026
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Maintenance
New Mack, Volvo service contracts bundle maintenance, powertrain repairs into predictable payments
Volvo Trucks North America's new Silver Service Contract features a predictable monthly payment that combines preventive maintenance and major powertrain repair coverage.
October 19, 2026
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Maintenance
Truck maintenance tips that maximize uptime
Fleet managers and truck owners can significantly reduce repair costs and boost efficiency by implementing a systematic inspection checklist that focuses on critical components like tires, engines, and cooling systems.
October 14, 2026
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Trucks
Could dyed diesel damage your engine or void your warranty?
Aimed at easing pricing pressure at the pump, a new executive order permits highway vehicles to burn off-road red diesel without risking engine damage, federal tax penalties, or warranty coverage.
October 8, 2026
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Trucks
New warranty options available to Mack buyers
The new Chassis System Plans were developed in response to customer demand for more flexible protection options, Mack said. Also: New York tickets trucks for driving on truck-restricted roads; Influential Woman in Trucking finalists unveiled.
October 7, 2026
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Components
New Fleetrite.com transforms retail parts sales
International Motors introduces Fleetrite.com, a new e-commerce portal developed in collaboration between the OEM and its dealers that makes the company’s entire parts portfolio available to all customers 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
October 1, 2026
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Maintenance
Managing older trucks amid rising costs and regulatory shifts
As fleets weigh upgrading versus maintaining older trucks in 2027, operators must adopt proactive maintenance schedules, account for rising parts costs.
September 28, 2026
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Maintenance
Daimler recalls previously recalled Cascadia, 49X units
The trucks were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall for corroding brake modulator valves. Also: ICE lodges detainer for "illegal alien" truck driver involved in fatal crash; cartel leader with trucking ties sentenced.
September 15, 2026
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Maintenance
Pit crew principles for fleet maintenance teams
By adopting the preparation and proactive strategies of a racing pit crew, fleet maintenance teams can significantly reduce vehicle downtime and prevent future breakdowns.
September 8, 2026
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Maintenance
How AI can help lower repair costs, downtime
This episode of the 10-44 explores why 87% of fleets are still stuck managing siloed data manually and how AI-driven automation is transforming fleet operations.
September 4, 2026
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Components
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s an alternator!: Drone parts delivery takes off in Detroit
A Detroit-area automotive group has launched an autonomous aerial delivery program in metro Detroit to fly critical auto parts over traffic gridlock and speed up vehicle repairs.
August 28, 2026
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Oils & lubricants
Preparing for PC-12: What fleets need to know
Fleets must begin preparing now for the 2027 rollout of the PC-12 engine oil category by assessing equipment compatibility between backward-compatible CL-4 and fuel-efficient FB-4 formulations.
August 27, 2026
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Equipment
Brakes, med cards lead violations as CVSA removes 10,000 trucks from roads
Safety officials inspected over 54,000 commercial vehicles across North America during International Roadcheck, removing more than 10,000 vehicles and 3,100 drivers for critical safety violations.
August 25, 2026
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Mergers & Acquisitions
PS Logistics expands flatbed footprint with Roane Transportation acquisition
Through its Loudon County Trucking subsidiary, PS Logistics has acquired Roane Transportation to strengthen its manufacturing and logistics network in the Southeast and Midwest.
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Democratic sweep of Congress sets up high-stakes battle over trucking regulations
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