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House Republicans Introduce Diesel Truck Liberation Act, Senate Bill Remains in Committee

March 26, 2026A House companion to the Diesel Truck Liberation Act has been introduced, expanding a proposal that would eliminate federal enforcement of diesel emissions controls and reshape EPA authority.

Rising Diesel Costs Reshape Fleet Economics, Could Push Operators Toward New Solutions

March 26, 2026A sustained increase in diesel prices is once again putting pressure on trucking fleets, reviving a familiar challenge in an industry where fuel remains one of the largest operating costs.

Why Hydrogen Purity Is a Make‑or‑Break Issue for Fuel Cell Applications

March 25, 2026One factor consistently determines whether fuel cell systems perform as intended: hydrogen purity.

Swagelok

The Evolution of the Software-Defined Truck: How Digital Intelligence Is Redefining Fleet Performance

March 25, 2026We are in the early stages of a profound shift toward the software-defined truck, and it is reshaping not only how vehicles are built but how fleets operate, maintain their equipment and plan for the future.

Mack Trucks, Volvo Trucks North America

How Autonomous Trucks Could Reshape Freight Costs — and Consumer Prices

March 25, 2026Aurora projects autonomous trucking could save U.S. consumers up to $9 billion annually by 2035 by lowering freight costs and improving efficiency across supply chains.

ACT Expo & NAFA 2026: Advancing Fleet Education Through Partnership 

March 25, 2026This year’s collaboration reflects a shared commitment to equipping fleet leaders with the knowledge, tools, and professional credentials needed to manage complexity, evaluate emerging technologies, and make confident operational and capital decisions. 

TRC

Inside The Yard: Where Fleets Are Finding Fast Efficiency Gains

March 20, 2026Yard operations may be one of the most overlooked opportunities for fleets to cut costs and emissions, with operational improvements often delivering immediate efficiency gains before major technology investments are required.

ACT News Talks Tech: Lockton’s Preet Gill on the Evolving Insurance Landscape for Autonomous Vehicles

March 19, 2026Gill discusses how insurers are approaching risk, liability, and underwriting as autonomous commercial vehicles move closer to real-world deployment.

Electric School Buses Can Help Drive Down Electricity Prices, Even for Consumers Who Never Use Them

March 16, 2026Charging electric school buses can help increase grid utilization, providing savings potential for U.S. consumers.

World Resources Institute

Trump Administration Sues California Over Vehicle Emissions Authority

March 13, 2026The Trump administration has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to block California’s vehicle emissions regulations, escalating a long-running dispute over the state’s authority to shape national vehicle standards.

Something Big Is Happening: AI’s Exponential Rise Is Coming for Every Industry — Commercial Transportation Included

March 13, 2026AI’s rapid acceleration is beginning to reshape commercial transportation, creating new advantages for fleets that adapt early.

TRC

ACT News Talks Tech: NACFE’s Mike Roeth on the Messy Middle

March 12, 2026In this episode of ACT News Talks Tech, NACFE’s Mike Roeth breaks down what the Run on Less: Messy Middle initiative revealed about how fleets are navigating today’s complex technology transition.

Harbinger Expands Electrified Truck Platform With New HC Series Cab

March 12, 2026The new cab is designed to expand the range of bodies and applications that can be built on the company’s medium-duty electrified platform.

Workhorse Marks 20 Million Electric Truck Miles

March 12, 2026More than 1,100 Workhorse trucks, buses, and shuttle vehicles operating in North America have collectively traveled more than 20 million miles.

PlusAI Launches Next-Generation Autonomous Trucking Platform

March 12, 2026SuperDrive 6.0 combines artificial intelligence software, sensors, and vehicle integration designed to allow heavy-duty trucks to operate autonomously.

OOIDA Opposes Federal AV Legislation, Cites Safety and Cybersecurity Concerns

March 10, 2026OOIDA is urging Congress to reject new federal legislation intended to establish a national regulatory framework for autonomous vehicles.