Clean diesel still evolving as EPA27 looms, OEMs say

Even as emissions rules tighten, diesel engines are far from standing still. That was the message from engine makers and OEMs during a Clean Diesel Innovation panel at ACT Expo, where speakers emphasized that the next generation of engines will focus on efficiency, uptime, and simplicity — not just compliance.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2027 heavy-duty emissions rules are still on track, but uncertainty around key provisions is complicating planning for fleets and suppliers.

Fleets increasingly turned to powertrain diversification as a financial and risk management strategy to navigate the volatile freight market and regulatory uncertainties of 2025.

High-quality casings, regular tire maintenance, and multiple retreads deliver the lowest total cost for fleets, along with strong safety performance and significant environmental benefits. This is the key to making retreads work, panelists said during the recent Truck World show.

The FBI has published a public service announcement to inform the public of the recent surge of strategic cargo theft.

Penske Logistics has launched Supply Chain Insight, a technology platform and mobile application that provides customers with a real-time view of their supply chain operations across transportation and warehousing.

The Pete Store has expanded its East Coast footprint with the acquisition of G.L. Sayre, a family-owned Peterbilt dealer serving the Mid-Atlantic region for more than 90 years.