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Buckle Up. The Digital Revolution Has Come for Commercial Transportation

March 4, 2026Artificial intelligence models have recently crossed a threshold. Commercial transportation is about to feel the impact.

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Autonomous Trucks Hit Michigan Roads as Torc Expands Testing

March 4, 2026Torc has expanded its autonomous truck testing program to Michigan, marking the next step in its technology development and path toward commercializing autonomous trucking.

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CARB Climate Transparency Rule Signals New Reporting Era for Large Fleets

March 3, 2026The California Air Resources Board rule will require large companies doing business in the state, including major fleet operators, to publicly disclose GHG emissions and climate-related financial risks.

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New State Legislation Signals Continued Momentum on Clean Transportation, Grid Reform

March 3, 2026State legislatures in California and Massachusetts are moving forward with significant clean energy and transportation-related legislation.

Nearly 400 Industry Leaders to Speak at ACT Expo 2026

March 3, 2026The industry's top executives, fleet operators and technology leaders will speak at this year's event, offering a fleet-focused deep dive into the technologies reshaping commercial transportation.

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Harbinger Moves Into Autonomy with Phantom AI Deal, ZF Partnership

March 2, 2026With its acquisition of Phantom AI and a new licensing agreement with ZF, Harbinger is moving to fast-track the rollout of advanced driver assistance and autonomous technology across its vehicle platform.

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New Analysis Shows Most Connecticut Bus Yards Have Power for Electric Transition

February 27, 2026Research revealed that 93% of the districts’ buses could be electrified without requiring any supply increases from the electric utility.

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FedEx Freight’s Incoming CEO to Share LTL Playbook at ACT Expo 2026

February 26, 2026John Smith, incoming president and CEO of FedEx Freight, will kick off four days focused on the technologies, strategies, and investments shaping fleet performance across the commercial transportation sector.

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Autonomous Freight Expands with Bot Auto, Ryan Transportation Partnership

February 26, 2026Bot Auto and Ryan Transportation will launch driverless autonomous operations between Houston and Dallas, with commercial runs expected to begin in spring 2026.

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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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Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs

February 20, 2026The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s far-reaching global tariffs on Feb. 20, handing him a significant loss on an issue crucial to his economic agenda.

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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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Uber Will Spend $100M to Build Robotaxi Charging Stations

February 18, 2026Uber Technologies Inc. is planning to spend more than $100 million to build fast-charging, autonomous vehicle charging stations in the U.S., the latest move to establish itself as a critical player in the robotaxi industry.

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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.