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Ethanol coalition announces fuel pricing contest

Renewable Fuels Association is holding a contest to seek more information on ethanol prices.

December 4, 2015

Shell opens its second LNG station in California

Shell announced this week that it opened another LNG fueling station in the Golden State.

December 4, 2015

Shell has opened its second LNG station in California near a heavily traveled Interstate 5 corridor in the northern part of the Golden State.

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FMCSA says ‘no’ to carrier’s request to use cameras instead of mirrors

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has denied an exemption request from Atwood Forest Products to allow the company to use camera systems at the sides and rear of its 15 trucks in place of rear-view mirrors.

December 4, 2015

Freightliner’s use of camera systems, seen here in the Freightliner SuperTruck unveiled earlier this year.

Capitol Christmas tree completes 4,000 mile journey

The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree was lit in a special ceremony attended by hundreds of people Wednesday night on the Capitol’s West Lawn, capping the 74-foot Lutz spruce’s journey that spanned more than 4,000-miles. The tree was harvested in late October in the Chugach National Forest in Alaska and transported by ship 1,000 miles from Anchorage to the […]

December 3, 2015

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More CNG trucks added to California fleet

With its recent addition of 11 CNG waste collection trucks, Republic Services now has 176 trucks operating on the domestically produced gas at its Gardena, Ca. location.

December 3, 2015

Waste management company Republic Services now has 176 CNG trucks at its Gardena, Ca. location.

Ford releases SYNC update for 5 million vehicles

Ford owners with the SYNC system dating back to 2011 can access an update that will improve Apple iPod's Siri Eyes-Free capability.

December 3, 2015

Ford’s SYNC update is available for 5 million Ford vehicles dating back to 2011.

Modern cruise control coming of age and what it means for your fleet and drivers

Cruise control has come a long way. Fleets today rely on modern interactive systems that maintain safe following distances and serve as the heart of modern integrated drivetrains, with engines and transmissions communicating and working seamlessly together to deliver the best possible fuel economy at all times.

December 3, 2015

By anticipating the terrain ahead using GPS, Predictive Cruise Control ensures that Paccar engines and the truck’s transmission are in the most efficient operating mode to increase fuel economy.

Peterbilt’s 58-inch sleeper option for 579, 567 in production

Peterbilt’s 58-inch sleeper is now in production for the company’s Model 579 and vocational Model 567 in low- and mid-roof configurations.

December 3, 2015

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Ryder goes to work helping nonprofits

Ryder participated this week in #GivingTuesday, a nationwide event that encourages charitable service to nonprofit organizations.

December 2, 2015

Ryder participated this week in #GivingTuesday, a nationwide event that encourages charitable service to nonprofit organizations.

EPA calls for more ethanol in the nation’s fuel supply

The EPA changed course and is calling for more ethanol to be added to the nation's fuel supply than it had proposed earlier in June, upsetting both opponents and supporters of the controversial fuel.

December 2, 2015

Ford’s Super Duty truck plant to get a $1.3 billion renovation

Ford is throwing out the red carpet for its 2017 F-Series Super Duty line-up by investing $1.3 billion at the Kentucky Truck Plant that will manufacture the popular truck series.

December 2, 2015

Ford’s popular F-Series Super Duty line-up just got a boost from the company’s $1.3 billion pledge to upgrade the Kentucky Truck Plant in anticipation of the 2017 F-Series Super Duty.

Cummins and EMA: more data needed on renewable diesel

Despite flattering headlines, Cummins won't be issuing an opinion on renewable diesel until it's done testing the alternative fuel, which has raised concerns among some engine manufacturers.

December 1, 2015

Taking on emissions is nothing new for Cummins Inc. Now the engine manufacturer is testing renewable diesel for emissions and other performance characteristics.

Hino expands paint options on conventional trucks

Henry Ford once famously said his customers could have any color vehicle they wanted as long as it was black. Ford has since expanded its color wheel and, now, Hino is poised to follow suit. Effective with the 2017 model year, Hino says will offer custom color paint options for all its conventional trucks. “The availability […]

November 30, 2015

Ryder launches new fuel receipt mobile app

Required interstate fuel tax reporting was simplified by Ryder through a mobile app designed for its North American commercial rental customers.

November 30, 2015

Ryder has introduced a mobile app designed to simplify required interstate fuel tax reporting.

Fleetwest launches new slip-on truck bodies

Fleetwest's line-up of drill-free, composite truck bodies now features two more models for 1/2-ton and larger trucks.

November 30, 2015

Fleetwest has added two more models to its line-up of composite, drill-free truck bodies.

Could autonomous trucks and cars end traffic jams in major U.S. cities?

We’re far from having the integrated infrastructure and number of autonomous vehicles we need to kill congestion. But the idea is a sound one and highlights how autonomous vehicles could very soon be a powerful tool in a driver’s arsenal to help them make more money, reduce stress and ensure on-time deliveries and a quicker return home.

November 30, 2015

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Hino to offer custom paint schemes

Hino Trucks has announced custom color paint options for all conventional trucks beginning with 2017 model year. Hino will now offer a wide variety of exterior truck colors that customers can order as a factory option or color match to their customized request. “Inside the Hino cab and under the hood, Hino offers the most […]

November 30, 2015

Who says mixers have to be Class 8 models? Certainly not Hino.

Free CNG truck rentals through SoCalGas and Ryder

Ryder and Southern California Gas Company are getting fleets to try-out CNG trucks for free up to two weeks.

November 26, 2015

Ryder and Southern California Gas Company have partnered to provide a free CNG truck trial program.

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Tesla expects electric Semi debut in late 2026

All signs continue to point to a 2026 mass production launch of Tesla's electric Semi.

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USA Truck going back up for sale

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Midwest Motor Express, DHE Transportation rebranding under AAA Cooper

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Most heavy trucks exempt from new 25% truck tariff, 'non-U.S. content' will be taxed

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DOT docks California $40 million for ELP compliance failure

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