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FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index fell in November from the previous month’s record high, but the November reading of 10.26 is still strong, as rising freight rates continue to power robust trucking conditions. View the full article -
General Motors makes a move that is at once politically calculated and technologically informed. View the full article
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An FAA ruling on drone flights removes the requirement to operate within line of sight, which had previously restricted the viability of drone use in the commercial sector. View the full article
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As we transition to a new presidential administration, HDT Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge muses on the back-and-forth of regulatory priorities. View the full article
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As the COVID-19 vaccine helps return life to normal later in the year, the effect on trucking freight and rates will vary as consumer spending is expected to shift back toward services. That’s one takeaway from the transportation analysts at FTR in a recent webinar, “Preparing for 2021.” View the full article
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New Charging Forward Fleet report sheds light on key insights that are driving more fleets to electrify faster. View the full article
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Kenworth and Peterbilt took their zero-emission trucks to Pike's Peak to see how well these emerging powertrain technologies could handle one of the toughest road courses on the planet. View the full article
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The Kenworth AG130 front air suspension, rated at 13,200 pounds, is now available as optional equipment on all new W990 models. View the full article
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Bestpass, which provides toll management solutions for commercial fleets, achieved several significant milestones in 2020. View the full article
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Vector's new contactless billing system helps fleets expedite supply chain requirements, from issuing a bill of lading, to pickup and delivery, to final billing. View the full article
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The “Preventing Illness” course is designed to help truck drivers learn how to best protect themselves from illnesses and why it’s important to practice good personal hygiene. View the full article
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The National Registry of Medical Examiners has been plagued with problems since its rollout in 2014, and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has done a poor job of oversight, according to a review by the Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General. View the full article
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Clarience Technologies has acquired Ecco Safety Group, a manufacturer of audible warning equipment and emergency lighting for commercial and emergency vehicles. View the full article
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Dependable Highway Express has been piloting two Volvo electric trucks as part of its sustainability efforts and plans to order more. View the full article
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has proposed a pilot program to evaluate even more flexible sleeper-berth split options in the hours of service rules. View the full article
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Over The Air (OTA) updates feature is now standard on the Mack Anthem, Pinnacle, and Granite models, enabling customers to implement software updates themselves. View the full article
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For vehicles being put back into service after a prolonged period — particularly in wintertime — fleets should follow these best practices when replacing diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and engine oil to avoid mechanical issues and keep vehicles running smoothly. View the full article
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Run on Less 2021 will feature up to 10 Class 3 through 8 electric trucks, drivers, and charging infrastructure systems operating in vehicle-appropriate duty cycles in the United States and Canada. View the full article
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Winter operations brings trucking additional risks, with snow, black ice and other dangers. Driver training can help reduce the chances of injuries from crashes or from slips and falls. View the full article
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Cenntro Automotive’s City Porter, a Class 4 all-electric van with a payload of 5,700 lbs. and 636 sq. ft. of cargo capacity, is aimed at fleets and logistics customers in the last-mile delivery market. View the full article
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U.S. trailer orders maintained a healthy, four-month long order trend as 2020 closed out. View the full article
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Gladstein, Neandross & Associates is looking for fleets to contribute to the second edition of its State of Sustainable Fleets report, covering natural gas, propane, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles fleet adoption. View the full article
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Several parcel delivery companies have placed orders for more than 3,000 Utilimaster Velocity-F2 purpose-built delivery vehicles from Shyft. View the full article
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National average diesel fuel prices were $2.67 per gallon as of Jan. 11, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. View the full article
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Nikola said it has secured an innovative electric rate schedule with Arizona Public Service Company that will accelerate the development of hydrogen-based fueling solutions for the transportation industry. View the full article
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