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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMay 1, 2026

New High-Horsepower Natural Gas Engine Could Expand Fleet Options

Westport and Volvo are demonstrating a 500-hp truck with diesel-like efficiency — one that also offers what Westport says is a better pathway to using hydrogen fuel in trucks.

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Why Fuel Diversification Matters for Trucking Fleets

Relying on diesel alone exposes fleets to fuel price volatility. Here’s why diversification with electric, natural gas, and renewable fuels can reduce risk.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeApril 16, 2026

Top Green Fleets of 2026: Nomination Deadline Extended

Is your company a leader in sustainability efforts among trucking fleets? If so, Heavy Duty Trucking's editors want to hear from you.

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Blue Volvo European cabover truck on snowy road
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 1, 2026

Volvo Testing Hydrogen-Fueled Internal Combustion Engines on Trucks in Europe

Hydrogen combustion engine trucks will be especially suitable over longer distances and in regions where there is limited charging infrastructure or time for recharging of battery-electric trucks, according to the company.

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Videosby Deborah LockridgeMarch 26, 2026

What's Real in Advanced Truck Technology? ACT Expo's Erik Neandross Weighs In

Artificial intelligence, the software-defined vehicle, telematics, autonomous trucks, electric trucks and alternative fuels, and more in this HDT Talks Trucking interview

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PodcastsMarch 11, 2026

Run on Less “Messy Middle” Data Shows Multiple Paths for Truck Powertrains [Listen]

Listen as Mike Roeth of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency shares insights into battery-electric trucks, natural gas, biofuels, and clean diesel on this episode of HDT Talks Trucking.

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Videosby Deborah LockridgeMarch 11, 2026

Run on Less “Messy Middle” Data Shows Multiple Paths Forward for Truck Powertrains [Watch]

NACFE's Run on Less - Messy Middle project demonstrates the power of data in helping to guide the future of alternative fuels and powertrains for heavy-duty trucks.

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HDT Spotlight video on natural gas truck engines.
Videosby Jack RobertsJanuary 26, 2026

Why the Cummins X15N Changed the Conversation About Natural Gas Trucking

Natural gas is quietly building a reputation as a clean, affordable, and reliable alternative fuel for long-haul trucks. And Ian MacDonald with Hexagon Agility says the Cummins X15N is a big reason why.

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A UPS compressed natural gas (CNG) tractor is parked at a fueling station under clear skies, showcasing the company’s use of alternative fuel vehicles in its delivery fleet.
Newsby Nicole DamronNovember 5, 2025

UPS Scales RNG for Cleaner Long-Haul Operations

Run on Less: Messy Middle participant UPS is expanding its renewable natural gas fleet to cut emissions and improve reliability in extreme climates.

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Clean Energy's renewable natural gas truck on display outside the convention center
Photo Galleriesby Deborah LockridgeOctober 31, 2025

Alternative Fuels and Powertrains at ATA's Management Conference [Photos]

Alternative fuel and powertrain options on display at the American Trucking Associations' 2025 Management Conference & Exhibition in San Diego.

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