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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeOctober 8, 2025

From Tequila to Electronics, Cargo Thieves Are Exploiting Weak Links in the Supply Chain

What the American Transportation Research Institute learned about cargo theft trends and prevention strategies in a new report.

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Fleet Managementby StaffOctober 8, 2025

Truckload Carriers Association President Jim Ward to Retire

The Truckload Carriers Association is on the hunt for a new president with the announcement that TCA President Jim Ward will retire in the coming months.

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Safety & Complianceby Deborah LockridgeOctober 8, 2025

Trucking Groups Applaud Confirmation of Derek Barrs as FMCSA Administrator

Derek Barrs, a veteran of highway safety and trucking policy, has been confirmed as FMCSA Administrator. Trucking and commercial vehicle enforcement both have supported his nomination..

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Smith System Acquires Utilimarc

Smith System said its acquisition of Utilimarc creates the trucking industry’s only integrated driver safety and fleet analytics platform.

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Fuel Smartsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 7, 2025

WattEV Announces EV Truck Energy Consumption Record

WattEV’s new energy consumption record is triggering a move to double charging capacity at its San Bernardino depot to meet EV trucking demand growth.

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Fleet Managementby News/Media ReleaseOctober 7, 2025

Wex Partners with Trucker Path to Boost Fleet Efficiency and Driver Experience

Through a new alliance with Trucker Path, Wex over-the-road customers get discounted access to truck-safe navigation, parking availability, and live hazard updates powered by input from more than a million drivers.

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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeOctober 6, 2025

How Latest Trump Tariffs Could Affect Trucking

Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is expected to steadily decline for the rest of the year amid rising tariffs.

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Volvo Earns Second Five-Star Euro NCAP Safety Rating

Volvo FM earns top marks in Euro NCAP testing, highlighting advanced safety systems designed to protect drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

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Werner Enterprises CEO Derek Leathers on stage at Wex OTR Summit
Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeOctober 2, 2025

Why Derek Leathers Says Trucking’s Longest Downturn Could Spark a Lasting Upturn

Werner Enterprises CEO Derek Leathers warned that freight rates remain “stably horrible,” but outlined industry challenges could prevent overcapacity from derailing the next upcycle.

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New Risk Management and ROI Reporting Systems from Fleetworthy

Fleetworthy has launched two new fleet management systems focused on weigh station bypass and map visualization.

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