Kinedyne opens Ohio distribution hub to boost delivery times

Kinedyne is expanding its North American footprint with a new distribution facility in Ashville, Ohio, aimed at improving service levels and delivery speed across key freight corridors. The company announced…

Workhorse adds lower-cost W56 variant with 140-kWh battery

Workhorse Group is expanding its electric step van lineup with a lower-cost version of its W56, aimed at fleets running shorter, predictable last-mile routes. The company announced March 25 the…

DTNA focuses on emissions, jobsite safety and upfit efficiency

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) is positioning its next generation of engines, safety technologies and upfit solutions to meet evolving emissions standards and operational demands, with a focus on minimizing…

Dieter’s Accessories celebrates 50th anniversary

Dieter’s Accessories is marking its 50th anniversary after growing from a home garage operation in rural Ontario into a supplier serving the North American heavy-duty trucking industry. The company was…

OK Tire highlights growth strategy, launches new video series at 2026 conference

OK Tire Stores used its 2026 annual conference to showcase strong early results from its evolving business model while reinforcing its focus on independently owned dealers. The three-day event, held…

Bill aims to give US trailer dealers same tax treatment as auto retailers

A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would extend a key tax benefit to semi-trailer dealers, addressing what industry groups say is a long-standing competitive disadvantage. Reps.

Kodiak doubles driverless fleet, unveils triple-trailer capability

Kodiak AI is scaling its driverless trucking ambitions, doubling its autonomous fleet while introducing a new capability it says could significantly boost freight productivity. The company reported it now has…

Fleet Advantage: Procurement paralysis, aging fleets reshape buying strategies

Fleet Advantage says heavy-duty fleets are facing growing uncertainty around equipment procurement while shifting maintenance strategies and aging assets reshape operational decision-making. Findings from the company’s latest Transportation Industry Benchmark…

Mack Trucks launches 2027 calendar contest, adds new categories

Mack Trucks’ calendar contest is back, inviting owners of working Mack trucks to compete for a place in the 2027 edition. The annual contest features several new themed categories this…

Bosch to acquire Uptake Technologies to boost predictive maintenance capabilities

Bosch is moving to strengthen its position in fleet-focused predictive maintenance with plans to acquire Chicago-based Uptake Technologies. The proposed deal will enhance Bosch’s AI-driven vehicle health and mobility services,…

Hendrickson launches Watchman wheel-end sensing system

Hendrickson is expanding its push into connected trailer technology with the launch of its Watchman wheel-end sensing system, unveiled at the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting. The new system…

Technician shortage, rising labor rates dominate Fullbay repair industry report

A persistent technician shortage, rising labor rates and an aging workforce are continuing to reshape the heavy-duty repair sector, according to early findings from Fullbay’s sixth annual State of Heavy-Duty…

Clarios IdleLess wins Truck Writers’ Technical Achievement Award

Clarios’ IdleLess battery monitoring system has been named the winner of the 2026 Jim Winsor Memorial Technical Achievement Award, presented by North American Truck Writers. The award was announced during…

Fontaine Fifth Wheel, Aperia announce new partnership 

Aperia Technologies announced a new partnership with Fontaine Fifth Wheel to integrate SmartConnect fifth wheel data into Aperia’s Halo Connect fleet management suite. The partnership was announced during a joint…

Stoughton touts independent testing results of PureBlue refrigerated trailers

Stoughton Trailers said independent third-party testing has demonstrated its PureBlue refrigerated trailers can reduce a fleet’s average annual fuel costs by up to $910. Chief Commercial Officer Jeremy Sanders and…