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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.

Photo Galleriesby Jack RobertsJune 21, 2019

Autonomous Delivery Robots Go Mainstream [Photos]

As companies around the globe move to cash in on the rapidly emerging last-mile delivery segment, autonomous methods of delivery, from self-driving vans to drones to mall delivery robots, are being developed to help get everything from pizzas to parcels into the hands of customers.

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsJune 21, 2019

The Delivery Robots’ Greatest Threat

A new wave of delivery robots could transform the way goods are delivered – provided they survive their first contact with the greatest nemesis they’ll ever face: teenagers, says Jack Roberts in his Truck Tech blog.

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Newsby Jack RobertsJune 14, 2019

NACFE Announces Run on Less Regional Fleets

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency announced the 10 fleets that will participate in its Run on Less Regional real-world fleet operational comparison study this Fall.

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsJune 14, 2019

America's Lunar Legacy

We live in an age of technological wonder. And it all started with America’s mission to put men on the Moon. Blog commentary by Senior Editor Jack Roberts.

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Newsby Jack RobertsJune 12, 2019

Milwaukee Tool Moves into New Markets

A traditional tool maker has decided to modernize its products and expand into new vocations and markets. And it has its eye firmly fixed on the transportation industry.

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Newsby Jack RobertsJune 4, 2019

Q&A: Torc Robotics CEO on Daimler Acquisition and Autonomous Tech Timeline

Why Torc Robotics CEO Michael Fleming he thinks autonomous technology will make its initial inroads in long-haul fleets, and how the technology will make truck drivers' lives better inside of a decade.

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Newsby Jack RobertsJune 3, 2019

What Does Trump's New Trade War Mean for Trucking?

President Trump has initiated another trade war with Mexico, this time tied to curbing illegal immigration. While experts say the initial impact on trucking will be minimal, the effects will become more dire with each passing month if the dispute is not resolved quickly.

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsMay 30, 2019

Are Traton and Navistar Signaling Something Big in the Works?

Volkswagen's new global truck and bus business unit Traton and Navistar both announced major business initiatives with long-term implications. Are these moves setting the stage for something even bigger coming down the pike?

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsMay 24, 2019

Sleep on This

Overwork and limited personal time mean many Americans don’t get enough sleep at night. But if you can find a way to get more rest, you’ll be glad you did, says HDT Senior Editor Jack Roberts.

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Truck Techby Jack RobertsMay 16, 2019

Is Autonomous Tech Taking a Time-Out?

A few high-profile tech developers are tapping the brakes when it comes to autonomous trucks. What’s going on? Blog commentary by Senior Editor Jack Roberts

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