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Driversby StaffJuly 21, 2025

Trucking Survey: Fewer Committed Driver Applicants, Growing Retention Risks

Motor carriers say “easy apply” platforms are fueling disinterested truck driver applicants, while freight softness and growing turnover add to the pressure, according to a new survey.

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A Volvo VNL truck drives along a snow-covered highway in Fairbanks, Alaska, surrounded by mountains, as part of cold weather testing in extreme subzero temperatures.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 18, 2025

Volvo Conducts VNL Arctic Trials

Cold weather testing in Alaska ensures reliability for drivers everywhere.

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Side view of the Michelin X Multi Z2 regional all-position truck tire mounted on a silver wheel, shown against a blue geometric background.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 18, 2025

Michelin Introduces X Multi Z2 Regional Tire

Michelin introduces the X Multi Z2, a regional all-position tire engineered for high-mileage performance, lower rolling resistance, and reliable traction — meeting the daily demands of commercial fleets.

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Four petri dishes containing white rice grains, golden rice husks, fine white silica powder, and black rice husk ash, arranged on a white surface to show material transformation.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 17, 2025

Continental Focuses on More Sustainable Tires

Continental is boosting use of renewable materials like rice husk silica and recycled carbon black to make tires more sustainable — without sacrificing safety or performance.

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ArcBest's Judy McReynolds in white blazer next to Seth Runser in blue blazer.
Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeJuly 17, 2025

ArcBest CEO Judy McReynolds to Retire

After 28 years at the company, ArcBest CEO Judy McReynolds is retiring, and President Seth Runser is on deck as her replacement.

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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 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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