How Pilot Is Using AI in Truck Maintenance
January 20, 2026
A practical look at how artificial intelligence is helping Pilot's trucking fleet move from reactive maintenance to a more proactive approach.
Running a small trucking fleet right now isn’t easy, especially right now. And Jamie Hagen doesn’t sugarcoat it.
In this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, the Hell Bent Xpress owner joins HDT’s Jack Roberts for a real-world conversation about what small fleets are dealing with today: weak freight rates, rising costs, compliance headaches, nuclear verdicts, and the constant balancing act of staying profitable.
But it’s not all doom and gloom. Jamie also talks about why he’s still investing, what separates strong fleets from struggling ones, and why he believes opportunities are coming for carriers that can weather the storm.
If you’re an owner-operator, small fleet owner, or just trying to keep up with where trucking is headed, this is a conversation worth hearing.
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