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This week’s trucking updates include $200 million for truck parking, Volvo’s redesigned VNX for off-highway work, and Pilot’s first Tesla Semi Megacharger site in Georgia.

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#Trucking #TruckParking #ElectricTrucks

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Leadership changes at ACC Heavy Duty, BrickHouse GPS, and Amerit Fleet Solutions bring new experience in custom-engineered fleet parts, telematics acquisitions, and service operations.

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#Trucking #FleetManagement #Leadership

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Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) crystallization can cause maintenance issues in diesel trucks. Hot Shot’s Secret Premium Defender prevents buildup and supports reliable aftertreatment system operation.

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#TruckMaintenance #Diesel #FleetManagement

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Mark Colson will lead the American Trucking Associations starting Dec. 1, bringing state-level advocacy experience as the industry confronts a freight recession and policy challenges.

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#Trucking #ATA #TransportationPolicy

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From Convoy of Hope’s hurricane relief efforts to programs supporting women and future workers, trucking is making a difference in their communities and the industry’s talent pipeline.

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#Trucking #WomenInTrucking #WorkforceDevelopment

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Samsara’s AI Agent platform helps fleets automate reporting, flag compliance risks, and support drivers directly in the cab—giving operations teams more time to focus on performance.

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#FleetTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #FleetManagement

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Liqui Moly’s Pro-Line diesel engine additive targets engine wear reduction, fuel efficiency, and heavy-duty truck engine protection to help fleets manage maintenance costs.

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#DieselEngines #FleetMaintenance #TruckTechnology

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Third-party hauling can help private fleets generate revenue and reduce deadhead miles—but lane demand, driver hours, equipment condition, and out-of-route costs determine profitability.

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#PrivateFleets #FreightManagement #FleetEfficiency

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Are driverless trucks ready for mainstream carriers? This video explores adoption timelines, operating costs, and routing strategies with ACT Research analysts.

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#AutonomousTrucks #TruckingTechnology #FleetManagement

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Diesel slipped to $6.179 per gallon nationally but remains more than $2.50 above year-ago levels, while analysts question whether Russian supplies will ease fuel costs.

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#DieselPrices #TruckingEconomics #FleetManagement

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ExxonMobil’s Mobil Delvac 1300 Super diesel engine oil is designed to protect truck engines and extend drain intervals, helping fleets manage maintenance needs and engine performance.

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#Trucking #FleetMaintenance #DieselEngines

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Fleetworthy has expanded automated roadside inspections to five states, helping reduce paperwork and inspection delays; Nevada officers report saving about 15 minutes per inspection.

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#Trucking #FleetManagement #TruckSafety

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Remote-worker fraud can expose trucking companies to data theft and unauthorized access. Identity verification, equipment controls, and clear policies can help reduce cybersecurity risks.

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#Trucking #Cybersecurity #DataProtection

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Spot rates remain well above year-ago levels, but load volumes fell across dry van, reefer, and flatbed markets. Dry van and reefer rates edged up as flatbed rates slipped.

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#Trucking #FreightRates #Truckload

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Volvo’s new VNX truck brings remote steering, pedestrian detection, and connected fleet tools to demanding job sites. Its D13 engine delivers up to 540 hp and meets EPA 2027 emissions standards.

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#Trucking #VocationalTrucks #FleetManagement

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CVSA’s 2026 Operation Safe Driver Week recorded thousands of violations, with speeding and seat belt noncompliance highlighting key areas for fleet safety training.

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#Trucking #FleetSafety #RoadSafety

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Accurate Transport uses AI to process 4,000 bills of lading monthly, cut administrative costs by 40%, and maintain 96% on-time delivery.

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#Trucking #AI #LTL

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FMCSA’s Motus platform aims to strengthen registration security and reduce fraud, but login issues and registration errors are creating compliance challenges for carriers.

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#Trucking #FMCSA #Compliance

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Cenex developed heavy-duty diesel engine oil to meet 2027 EPA emissions standards and PC-12 requirements, helping fleets prepare for changing engine oil specifications.

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#Trucking #DieselEngines #FleetMaintenance

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Rising repair costs and fragmented fleet data make equipment replacement harder to plan. AI-driven cost modeling and benchmarking can help CFOs make better capital decisions.

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#Trucking #FleetManagement #DataAnalytics