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Maintenance•by Staff•July 8, 2025

Michelin: New X Line Grip D 'A Leap Forward' in Drive Tires

Michelin said its innovative new X Line Grip D drive tire provides exceptional mileage, lasting traction, and a durable casing designed to reach up to 1 million miles with up to four retreads.

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Hydrogen truck in Europe.
Fuel Smarts•by Jack Roberts•July 8, 2025

Europe at the Green Energy Crossroads

A group of CEOs is urging the European Union to accelerate hydrogen mobility development or risk losing a strategic economic and security advantage. But another prominent group argues that hydrogen is a technological dead end.

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Headshots of HDT's 2025 Truck Fleet Innovators

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.
Equipment•by News/Media Release•July 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.
Equipment•by News/Media Release•July 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 & Compliance•by Staff•July 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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