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A WattEV electric semi-truck with a green cab and white trailer is parked in an industrial area under clear skies, showcasing the company's zero-emissions freight branding.
Fuel Smartsby Nicole DamronJuly 16, 2025

WattEV Unveils New Southern California Charging Depots

WattEV is adding three high-capacity truck charging depots across California with state grant funding, targeting key freight corridors ahead of megawatt charging adoption.

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Mack Protect safety system.

Mack Trucks Unveils Proprietary Safety System

The new Mack Protect proprietary collision mitigation and driver assistance technology has been specifically engineered for Mack trucks, the OEM said.

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Safety & Complianceby StaffJuly 14, 2025

Kenworth, Peterbilt Recall 56,000+ Trucks for Lift Axle, Lighting Issues

The recall affects certain Kenworth and Peterbilt models built over a two-year period and stems from electronic control issues that could create safety risks on the road.

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Driversby News/Media ReleaseJuly 14, 2025

Digital Driver Medical Card Rollout Hiccups? FMCSA Offers Temporary Fix

New medical card rules causing confusion? A new FMCSA waiver offers temporary relief from electronic transmission requirements.

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A truck driver stands with arms crossed in front of a white semi-truck, wearing a maroon jacket, featured in the ATA’s DRIVEN series highlighting professional drivers in the trucking industry.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 11, 2025

'Driven' Trucking Documentary Debuts on YouTube

A new series, Driven, produced by the American Trucking Associations, highlights the stories of professional drivers and the critical role trucking plays in keeping America’s supply chain moving.

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Six men stand in front of a Western Star truck marked “850K” at DTNA’s Cleveland plant, holding a ceremonial key for the 850,000th truck delivered to Alamo Group for snow and ice operations.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 11, 2025

Daimler Truck Celebrates 850,000th Truck Built in North Carolina

Daimler Truck North America marked the production of its 850,000th truck at its Cleveland, North Carolina, manufacturing plant, delivering the Western Star 47X to Alamo Group for snow and ice operations.

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Battery electric heavy-duty Kenworth truck
Fuel Smartsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 11, 2025

New ZEV Drayage Incentives for Seattle-Tacoma Port Truckers

Program brings first electric semi-trucks and charging infrastructure to local fleet operators.

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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeJuly 10, 2025

The Freight Recession Isn’t Over: Why Trucking’s Recovery Remains Elusive

When is trucking going to get out of the "sluggish morass" when it comes to freight and rates? The analysts at FTR shared their projections on economic and freight indicators and forecasts.

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Port of Newark EV truck charging station.
Fuel Smartsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 9, 2025

Port Newark Opens Electric Truck Charging Station

The charging station features four 350-kilowatt direct current (DC) fast chargers and offers compatibility with most widely available commercial electric truck models.

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Side cutaway view of a Mack Pioneer truck cab showing the driver’s seat and sleeper area with storage cabinets, microwave, bunk beds, and workspace inside the cab interior.

Mack Details Pioneer Comprehensive Safety Package

Mack's digital mirror system eliminates blind spots around the truck while enhancing aerodynamic performance.

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