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Natural gas
America’s renewable natural gas boom fueling the future
What is RNG? The scalable, waste-to-fuel solution that reduces both emissions and operational costs for heavy-duty trucking.
November 17, 2025
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Alternative power
NACFE warns truck makers are stretched thin as electric, hydrogen, and diesel tech collide
NACFE's Run on Less 2025 reveals the "messy middle" of trucking's green transition, as electric, hydrogen, natural gas, and diesel technologies compete—and no clear winner emerges.
November 14, 2025
A white semi-truck on a scenic highway, representing the Run on Less - Messy Middle 2025 demonstration, which aims to improve the efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of mid-mile logistics.
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July 7, 2025
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Battery electric
FedEx invests in electric truck startup
FedEx (CCJ Top 250, No. 1) co-led a $160 million investment round in electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturer Harbinger. Also: Polaris Transportation Group releases inaugural sustainability report.
November 14, 2025
FedEx placed an initial order for 53 Harbinger electric vehicles.
Alternative power
Report: Biofuels emit more CO2 than the fossil fuels they replace
Biofuels production emits 16% on average more CO2 than the fossil fuels it replaces, a recent report says. Also: Werner recognized as top military employer.
November 13, 2025
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Alternative power
The Tesla elephant in trucking’s room
50-plus years ago, we saw then-upstarts Toyota and Honda crash into the U.S. market. There were no shortage of skeptics about their long-term success.
November 10, 2025
Row of white Tesla Semi electric trucks lined up in parallel formation
Alternative power
Groups press states to leverage public funds to lower electric truck prices
Clean energy advocates are urging regulators in California, New York, and Washington to mandate ZEV truck price disclosure as a condition for state incentives.
November 8, 2025
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Trucks
Tesla's updated Semi design breaks cover before 2026 production start
Tesla's long-awaited Semi just got a design refresh. Here's what's new as the electric hauler nears its 2026 production start.
November 7, 2025
Tesla's updated Semi features an updated headlight design and front bumper, a restyled wraparound windshield, and improved aerodynamics.
Emissions
CARB suing truck manufacturers, allege group breached emissions deal
Legal battle over the Clean Truck Partnership escalates as CARB files a lawsuit against truck makers.
October 30, 2025
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Alternative power
Translead will be distributor of Hyundai’s fuel cell trucks
The XCIENT Fuel Cell is the first mass-produced hydrogen-powered heavy-duty truck.
October 27, 2025
Since its global launch in 2020, Hyundai has delivered over 3,500 fuel cell commercial vehicles worldwide.
Alternative power
Washington LTL carrier Elder Logistics goes out of business
The Salt Lake City-headquartered fleet has also achieved ISO 14001 environmental management certification. Also: New ELP legislation would require English tests to obtain, renew CDLs; industry veteran joins United Transportation's executive team.
October 27, 2025
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Battery electric
Volvo's electric dealer network grows 8,200% in 4 years
Volvo has 700+ VNR Electric trucks on the road, logging 20 million miles and holding 30% of the NA electric truck market.
October 26, 2025
With more than 700 Volvo VNR Electric trucks now operating across the United States and Canada, operators of these vehicles have logged more than 20 million zero-tailpipe-emission miles and eliminated an estimated 34,000 metric tons of COâ‚‚—the equivalent of taking more than 7,000 passenger cars off the road for a full year.
Alternative power
Tesla expects electric Semi debut in late 2026
All signs continue to point to a 2026 mass production launch of Tesla's electric Semi.
October 25, 2025
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Alternative power
The death of range anxiety
Results from NACFE's Run On Less show BEVs from Tesla, Volvo, and Freightliner running 300-400 mile days using public charging.
October 13, 2025
Blue Maersk semi-truck with shipping container on route tracking map
Alternative power
Nikola reaches SEC settlement over $82M in fines following liquidation hearing
Nikola's $82 million SEC settlement likely signals the close of the electric commercial vehicle maker's turbulent and brief history.
September 11, 2025
A Nikola Tre hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) Class 8 semi being refueled by a HYLA mobile hub.
Alternative power
EV truck maker Windrose partners with Xos for mobile charging solutions
Through the partnership with Xos, Windrose fleet customers will gain access to the newest generation of the mobile charging service, Xos Hub. Also: DTNA named in lawsuit over death of R&B singer; foreign national charged for alleged ID theft to obtain, maintain CDL.
September 9, 2025
The Xos Hub delivers power to a Windrose electric truck through a mobile charging setup.
Alternative power
Heavy BEV pricing in the U.S. out of sync with the rest of the world, study finds
Facing sticker shock on Class 8 electric trucks? A new study shows U.S. prices are soaring while costs in Europe fall.
September 8, 2025
New data shows electric trucks are priced $90,000 more than trucks in Europe, despite falling battery costs and incentives designed to make clean trucks more affordable.
Alternative power
Fuel solutions provider notes $4M spike in natural gas orders
More than 10 Class 8 fleets in the United States and Canada place orders for natural gas fueling systems. Also: ITS Logistics launches Retail Logistics Hubs for tariffs, compliance and managing customer expectations.
September 2, 2025
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Alternative power
Motiv, Workhorse to merge into one medium-duty EV company
Motive and Workhorse Group will merge to create a leading North American medium-duty electric truck OEM. Also: DOT seeks input on nationwide AV deployment; Ward Transport expands Ohio presence.
August 18, 2025
Motiv Electric Truck
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Emissions
EPA won't delay 2027 NOx rule, but plans 'major changes'
The EPA says it will maintain its 2027 NOx timeline, citing a need to protect health and avoid market distortions.
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Workforce
No retirement plans on deck for aging drivers, but job satisfaction high
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Workforce
Show me the money: Drivers report falling pay, shrinking miles and pay disputes with carriers
A new bill argues that EPA emissions safeguards shouldn't 'jeopardize human safety' in the cold. It would allow manufacturers to suspend derates at freezing temps and create a year-round DEF exemption for vehicles north of 59 degrees latitude.
Regulations
Bill targets 'life-threatening' engine derates in extreme cold
4 Gen Logistics Vnr Electric Customer Event
Alternative power
Groups press states to leverage public funds to lower electric truck prices
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