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Jack Roberts

Executive Editor

With nearly three decades covering trucking, Jack Roberts is known for reporting on advanced technology, such as intelligent drivetrains and autonomous vehicles, in an industry being transformed by technology.

In his Truck Tech blog, he offers his insights on everything from the latest equipment, systems and components, to telematics and autonomous vehicle technologies. A commercial driver’s license holder, he also does test drives of new equipment and covers topics such as maintenance, fuel economy, vocational and medium-duty trucks and tires.

He has been covering trucking since 1995.

An International RH tractor with an experimental hydrogen engine on the show floor at the Southwest Research Institute booth at ACT Expo 2024.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 21, 2024

Red ICE and Blue: The Hunt for a Hydrogen Truck Engine Part 2

Bosch and the Southwest Research Institute are at the spearpoint of an industry-wide effort to develop a liquid-fuel hydrogen truck engine that can deliver clean, green, diesel-like performance.

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Woman truck driver.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 19, 2024

ATRI's New Strategies to Attract Women Drivers

A new study by the American Transportation Research Institute has identified new strategies for fleets wanting to attract more women drivers.

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Close-up of an experimental liquid-hydrogen truck engine.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 14, 2024

Red ICE and Blue: The Hunt for a Hydrogen Truck Engine Part 1

At ACT Expo 2024, Bosch and the Southwest Research Institute showcased the industry-wide push to develop hydrogen-fueled heavy truck and industrial engines by the end of the decade.

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Peterbilt truck lit up at night.
Photo Galleriesby Jack RobertsJune 13, 2024

2024 Shell SuperRigs Shine in Texas

The Shell Rotella annual SuperRigs truck show was held at the Texas Motor Speedway outside of Dallas in early June. Check out some of the coolest big rigs there!

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New York City expressway at dusk.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 7, 2024

New York Backtracks on Big Apple Congestion Fees

Citing economic impact concerns, New York Governor Kathy Houchul has postponed a congestion mitigation plan that would have charged fees for vehicles entering New York City.

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Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director of the Engine Technology Forum.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 6, 2024

Engine Technology Forum Calls for Revised Renewable Fuel Standards

Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director of the Engine Technology Forum, talks to HDT about why his organization is urging the EPA to revise its current renewable fuel standards.

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A ZM Trucks fuel cell cabover truck at ACT Expo 2024.
Newsby Jack RobertsJune 6, 2024

HDT Electric Truck Roundup: June 6, 2024

Rizon, Mullen and ZM Trucks all have significant news coming off of a successful ACT Expo 2024.

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International RH electric truck.
Photo Galleriesby Jack RobertsMay 29, 2024

Trucks Highlight Sustainability at ACT Expo 2024 [Photos]

If you like cutting-edge technology and sharp-looking trucks, then ACT Expo 2024 in Las Vegas was definitely the place to be.

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Eric Bippus, executive vice president, sales & systems development, Hexagon Agility.
Newsby Jack RobertsMay 29, 2024

Heavy-Duty Hybrid Powertrains Make a Comeback at ACT Expo

Hexagon Agility and Brudeli Green Mobility announced a collaboration to deliver hybrid powertrain solutions for U.S. heavy-duty freight transport.

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Green Continental truck tire.
Articlesby Jack RobertsMay 28, 2024

Will Future Truck Tires Be Made From Dandelions and Rice Husk Ash?

Finding environmentally friendly substitutes for the materials that go into commercial truck tires is a challenging proposition. But tire makers are pushing the limits of science to find them. Learn more in the second installment of The Quest for Greener Truck Tires.

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