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Emissions
New Hampshire vehicle inspections reinstated: New deadlines & court ruling
New Hampshire’s vehicle inspection repeal is on hold following a federal court order.
February 2, 2026
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Idle-reduction benefits grow as fleets extend truck life
A prolonged freight market downturn, economic uncertainty and more means many fleets are holding onto trucks longer than their typical trade cycles. With that, idle reduction is about more than saving fuel, it's also about extending the life of the equipment.
January 30, 2026
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Fleet executives want more transparency and better communication, panel tells HDAD attendees.
January 20, 2026
Fleet leaders told suppliers and distributors they wanted more transparency and better communication.
Components
Clarios expanding battery health monitoring to trailer applications
New Trailer Battery Manager gives fleets battery insights behind the fifth wheel.
January 7, 2026
Clarios' Cagatay Topcu explains the opportunities for trailer battery health monitoring in liftgate and refrigerated trailer applications.
Oils & lubricants
New diesel engine oil category on track for 2027 debut
How will these next-generation engine oils differ from the ones fleets use today?
January 7, 2026
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Regulations
Bill to expand agricultural commodity short-haul exemption reintroduced
The bill would expand ag haulers' HOS exemption to be year-round rather than just in state-designated planting and harvesting seasons. Also: Previously-recalled Mack Granites hit with another; Averitt announces new VP.
December 31, 2025
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Improving fleet maintenance management across multiple locations
From in-house to third-party repairs, smart strategies can standardize fleet maintenance across locations.
December 16, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA waiver accelerates diesel tech onboarding
FMCSA's exemption allows fleets, dealers, and technical schools to certify diesel techs in four months instead of a full year.
November 5, 2025
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Components
Clarios partners with Ruan on idle reduction tech, announces new battery management features
Ruan will add Clarios battery technology solutions on hundreds of tractors to help idle reduction and improve battery managment across the fleet.
October 28, 2025
Junior Barrett, global director of business development at Clarios, announces a partnership with Ruan to add the battery company's technology to hundreds of trucks.
Maintenance
International recalls MV units over transmission issue
Approximately 97 model year 2026 International MVs are being recalled for an issue that could prevent the trucks from shifting into reverse. Also: Truck caught trafficking $17M in cocaine in Florida; Colorado reminds truck drivers to carry chains through winter months.
October 28, 2025
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Regulations
Joint trucking/ICE enforcement effort leads to 130 arrests
Oklahoma Department of Public Safety and U.S. ICE officials conducted a three-day enforcement effort at an I-40 port of entry. Also: Recalls issued from Volvo, Mack, Wabash.
September 30, 2025
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A failing starter can be caught early
Symptoms of a failing starter, unfortunately, are often symptoms of other electrical system problems.
September 2, 2025
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How to catch alternator failures before downtime arrives
Catching a failing alternator early can keep a truck from more expensive repairs and longer downtime.
September 2, 2025
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Maintenance
A better BLT: How to cut fleet violations for Brakes, Lights & Tires
Brakes, lights, and tires account for the vast majority of safety citations but some simple maintenance tips prevent downtime and improve CSA scores.
August 26, 2025
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How fleets can recruit, retain qualified diesel techs
As diesel shops and fleets struggle to recruit and retain qualified diesel techs, new ATRI research identifies the challenges and offers some solutions.
August 22, 2025
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Trump's new steel, aluminum tariffs hit trailers, heavy-duty parts
Truck trailers and truck components among 407 products exposed to 50% steel and aluminum tariffs as of Monday.
August 20, 2025
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Workforce
Kenworth looks to address diesel tech shortage with new partnership
Kenworth is partnering with diesel tech training school WyoTech to help address the shortage of skilled diesel technicians. Also: DOT extends comment period to give more opportunity for stakeholders to weigh in on next highway bill; new multimodal, cross-border firm launches with industry veterans at helm.
August 20, 2025
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History says 13% of trucks will be parked next week with brake trouble
Will your trucks be among the 13% likely to be parked next week during CVSA's Brake Safety Week?
August 19, 2025
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