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Supreme Court to Decide Whether Federal Law Bars State Climate Lawsuits

February 24, 2026The case will decide whether federal law prevents state and local governments from pursuing climate-related damage claims against energy companies in state court.

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Are Plug-In Hybrids Helping, or Slowing, Electrification?

February 24, 2026A new peer-reviewed study suggests the answer depends less on the vehicles themselves and more on how government incentives are designed.

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Dynamic Wireless Charging Targets Smaller Batteries, Higher Payloads for Class 8 Trucks

February 23, 2026Purdue University’s project is advancing a vision of electrified highways that could fundamentally change how Class 7–8 trucks are designed, powered, and operated.

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Kodiak Rolls Out Connected Safety Alerts in Partnership With HAAS Alert

February 20, 2026Kodiak-equipped autonomous trucks will use Safety Cloud to automatically send digital alerts to notify nearby drivers when a Kodiak vehicle is stopped on the shoulder.

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Detroit Introduces 2027 Gen 6 Heavy-Duty Engines Ahead of EPA Emissions Standard

February 20, 2026The new engines are designed to meet the EPA’s 2027 emissions standards and will be available across Freightliner and Western Star heavy-duty truck models.

Predictive, Not Reactive: How AI Is Reshaping Fleet Safety and Maintenance

February 19, 2026Fleet operators in both the public and private sectors are moving artificial intelligence from pilot programs into daily operations, targeting measurable gains in safety, uptime, and customer service.

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Tesla Takes Corrective Action to Avoid California DMV Suspension

February 18, 2026The step allows the company to avoid a 30-day suspension of its dealer and manufacturer licenses in the state.

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Volvo Starts Manufacturing Redesigned VNR with 7.5% Fuel Efficiency Gain

February 17, 2026The start of production follows the model’s unveiling in 2025 and marks the rollout of the next generation of Volvo’s regional platform for the North American market.

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Ford Unveils $30,000 Electric Pickup Strategy, Details UEV Platform

February 17, 2026The first vehicle on the new platform will be a mid-size electric pickup targeted for launch in 2027.

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California Expands Global Climate Push with UK Deal, Major Clean-Tech Commitment

February 17, 2026Governor Newsom announced a climate and clean-energy partnership between California and the U.K., highlighted by nearly $1 billion in commitments from Octopus Energy.

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Industry, Environmental Leaders Respond to EPA Rollback of 2009 Climate Finding

February 13, 2026Reactions are mounting following the EPA’s decision to rescind the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding and eliminate federal vehicle GHG standards.

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Trump EPA Scraps 2009 Climate Findings, Eliminates Federal Vehicle GHG Standards

February 12, 2026The EPA action eliminates the 2009 Endangerment Finding, removing the legal basis for federal GHG emissions standards on cars, pickups, and commercial trucks.

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Duffy Unveils Plan to Mandate Fully U.S.-Built EV Chargers

February 12, 2026The proposed update would raise domestic content requirements for federally funded EV chargers from 55% to 100%, applying to both acquisition and installation.

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Aurora CEO: 200+ Driverless Trucks Planned as Sun Belt Expansion Accelerates

February 11, 2026Aurora has expanded its driverless freight network to 10 routes, tripling its operational footprint as the company prepares for broader deployment across the Sun Belt.

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Motor Vehicle Safety Bills Advance in Committee Process

February 11, 2026One bill would require new vehicles with electronic door latches to have manual, power-independent door releases that function even if electrical systems fail.
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Congress Formalizes Autonomous Vehicle Framework With SELF DRIVE Act

February 10, 2026The bill would strengthen NHTSA's authority over vehicles equipped with ADS while supporting U.S. leadership in autonomous vehicle technology.