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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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October 22, 2026

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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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Fragmented systems block fleets from predictive maintenance

One of fleets' top challenges is maintenance and repair costs, according to Motive's State of Fleet Maintenance report. AI and automation can power preventive maintenance, but data silos bar the necessary cross-functional workflows necessary to enable it.

August 25, 2026

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How fleets are handing rising equipment, maintenance costs

This week's 10-44 covers the critical mileage thresholds where repair costs spike, how to prepare your fleet for seasonal transitions, and why cutting corners on aftermarket parts could end up costing you thousands repairs and downtime.

August 21, 2026

Service and repair

Why manual truck inspections are no longer enough

Rising costs, aging equipment, and driver turnover are straining carrier operations, but automated AI inspections are replacing unreliable manual DVIRs to catch defects before they cause costly roadside violations.

August 20, 2026

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Oils & lubricants

Rising lubricant costs squeezing maintenance budgets, and the climb isn't over

Surging raw material costs have triggered steep price hikes for fleet engine oils and greases, with industry experts warning of at least another 10% increase before the end of 2026.

August 20, 2026

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Judge puts DOT's demand for 17 million CDLIS records on hold

A judge has enjoined DOT and AAMVA from taking action related to CDLIS records while a lawsuit unfolds in court. Also: UPS driver crowned trucking's Grand Champion; Volvo, Mack, International recalls.

August 18, 2026

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Fleets pivot to prevention, early detection amid rising regulatory and operational costs

Facing tight margins and high risk, fleet managers in 2026 are shifting from reactive fixes to proactive prevention, prioritizing real-time compliance tracking and preventative vehicle maintenance.

August 16, 2026

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Hendrickson marks 100 years of walking beam suspension

Hendrickson is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its patented walking beam suspension design. Also: Scott Fisher, founder of Estes Forwarding Worldwide who has served as president and chief executive officer for 23 years, has stepped down; Sagepoint Logistics expands Midwest fleet with RNG trucks.

August 10, 2026

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Technician training

Why apprenticeships are the future of fleet maintenance

To combat a growing technician shortage and closing the gap in vocational education, fleet maintenance operations are adopting structured apprenticeship programs to train and retain top talent.

August 6, 2026

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Paccar recalls nearly 6K Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks built this summer

In the affected trucks, the power distribution center (PDC) box might be contaminated with oil. Also: Emergency HOS relief extended in Texas; fireworks-hauling fleet requests HOS exemption; Freightliner M2 and eM2 among 23K units recalled.

August 4, 2026

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MVT brings high-tech 'MRI for cars' to commercial fleet in El Paso

Advanced vehicle inspections help transform traditional fleet inspection processes utilizing real-time imaging, computer vision, and automated reporting.

August 1, 2026

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Mack, Volvo expand DEF software updates

Following updated EPA guidelines, Mack and Volvo are expanding DEF software patches across post-2010 models to give truck drivers up to 160 hours to address emissions issues before performance is restricted.

July 28, 2026

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Alternative power

Toyota becomes partner in Volvo-Daimler hydrogen fuel cell venture

Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG have signed a binding agreement with Toyota Motor Corporation for Toyota to join the cellcentric joint venture focused on heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell development. Also: Potential battery issue prompts expansion of International recall; 11 Great Dane dry van trailers recalled.

July 28, 2026

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Boost MPGs by keeping fuel injectors clean

Keeping your diesel fuel system clean is one of the single most effective ways to boost fuel economy and prevent costly downtime.

July 24, 2026

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FMCSA cleans up safety regulations, eliminates tire recordkeeping step

A new FMCSA final rule effective this month removes tire size logging rules for motor carriers while clarifying GVWR definitions and foreign driver background check procedures.

July 22, 2026

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Steering issue prompts Volvo recall

Nearly 3,800 VNL, VNR and other Volvo trucks are being recalled for an issue related to steering. Also: Port of Los Angeles offering new EV incentive; fleet petitions FMCSA for ELD waiver for short "yard moves;" Pennsylvania's U.S. 15 becoming I-99 next week;

July 21, 2026

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Heavy-Duty parts inflation slows to .4% nationwide, masking steep regional swings

While overall heavy-duty truck parts price growth slowed to a crawl in October, FinditParts data reveals sharp divergences, with manufacturer prices hitting record highs even as distributor shelves experience regional deflation.

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Proposed rail merger would slash 2.1 billion long-distance truck miles from the highway annually, report finds

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PS Logistics expands flatbed footprint with Roane Transportation acquisition

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Democratic sweep of Congress sets up high-stakes battle over trucking regulations

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