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Heavy Duty Trucking Names 2025 HDT Truck Fleet Innovators

Heavy Duty Trucking’s Truck Fleet Innovators for 2025 are five executives who are leading the industry in technology adoption, process improvement, safety, sustainability, and more.

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A person in a black mask and dark clothing uses a tool to open the back of a cargo truck at night, suggesting a cargo theft in progress.

CargoNet Alert: Elevated Cargo Theft Risk July 4th Weekend

Verisk CargoNet warns of rising cargo theft risks over July 4 holiday as thieves target extended closures and high-demand goods.

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A Yokohama BluEarth 718L truck tire displayed against a blue background with a red “NEW” banner in the corner and the Yokohama logo in the bottom right.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 3, 2025

Yokohama Tire Debuts BluEarth Premium Drive Tire

Yokohama debuts BluEarth 718L, a Smartway-verified tire designed to reduce rolling resistance and extend tire life.

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Worker in hard hat and safety vest checks phone with “I’m okay” and “Send SOS” safety check-in options on screen.

Samsara's Latest AI Tools Aimed at Improving Safety and Efficiency

Artificial intelligence is driving new Samsara's latest tools and solutions to improve safety, routing/navigation, and maintenance for trucking fleet operators.

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A Kenworth T480 vocational truck with off-road tires and utility service body parked outdoors under a blue sky, showcasing its rugged design for demanding worksite applications.
Equipmentby News/Media ReleaseJuly 2, 2025

Kenworth Adds TX-12 Transmission to Medium-Duty Lineup

Kenworth is expanding the Paccar TX-12 Pro automated transmission to more medium-duty trucks, giving operators a durable, versatile option for demanding vocational applications without sacrificing highway efficiency.

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Safety & Complianceby StaffJuly 2, 2025

Help HDT Track Trucking Safety Trends

Help Heavy Duty Trucking and Work Truck drive the future of fleet safety by participating in our annual safety survey.

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Fleet Margins Fall as Trucking Costs Set New Records in ATRI’s 2025 Report

The trucking industry last year experienced the highest non-fuel operating costs ever recorded by the American Transportation Research Institute, which combined with the ongoing freight recession to drive down fleet profitability.

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A blue Peterbilt Model 579 semi-truck driving on a city highway with tall buildings in the background.

Latest Bendix Fusion ADAS Available on Peterbilt Model 579 Trucks

Bendix’s latest Fusion ADAS brings pedestrian emergency braking and high beam assist to Peterbilt Model 579 trucks, expanding safety features for drivers and fleets.

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2027 truck prebuy.
Fleet Managementby Jack RobertsJune 30, 2025

Is a 2027 Truck Prebuy Still in the Cards?

Despite the current market uncertainty, Brian Antonellis, senior vice president of fleet operations for Fleet Advantage, thinks some fleets will prebuy Class 8 trucks ahead of the 2027 model year.

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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeJune 30, 2025

Werner Appeal Victory Could Curb ‘Reptile Theory’ Tactics in Trucking Lawsuits

A victory for Werner Enterprises in a closely watched nuclear verdict appeal could have broader implications in the trend for plaintiff lawyers to focus on “should have” factors that have nothing to do with the actual crash.

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