Here Technologies building precision AI mapping tools for fleets, down to the “last meter”

Last-mile mapping is yesterday’s news. Here Technologies said it can deliver last-meter mapping for automotive and commercial vehicle manufacturers requiring greater precision. That means a truck can not only be…

Clarios solving trucking problems through battery connectivity

When Clarios began offering connectivity services for its 12-volt batteries, it took a call from a fleet that was struggling with its trailer batteries. Its first response was, trailers have…

The perils of ‘white label’ ELDs and how to reduce cheating

Since the early days of electric logging devices, when they were known as automatic on-board recording devices, Tom Cuthbertson has been there.  During his distinguished career at Qualcomm, (known as…

UAP, Standen’s team up in Canada

Heavy vehicle parts distributor UAP announced a partnership with Standen’s, a Canadian leaf springs manufacturer. Under this agreement, Standen’s will focus on its manufacturing expertise while UAP will its distribution…

STG Logistics files for Chapter 11 to reduce debt, secure $150M

STG Logistics announced that the company, along with ‘certain of its affiliates and subsidiaries’, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as part of a prearranged restructuring plan aimed at…

Williams Pharmalogistics expands Canadian network

Williams Pharmalogistics has announced its largest ever expansion, increasing its network to 18 facilities across Canada. The company, purchased by Purolator in 2023 and operated as an independent subsidiary, provides…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Truck buyers step up, spot market reaches multi-year highs

Class 8 truck orders surged in December, but analysts warn against reading too much into it, since freight fundamentals remain weak. Trucking conditions also improved, thanks to reduced capacity and…

Trucking Announcements: Leadership appointments at TFI International, VTNA, VIPAR

Each week, trucknews.com lists notable events, promotions, and awards in the trucking industry. This week, TFI International announced it has promoted Christopher Traikos, Mike Hover, and Dan Leslie to executive vice president…

Prime expands refrigerated operations with Western Flyer Xpress deal

Prime Inc. announced a strategic partnership that transitions the refrigerated operations of Western Flyer Xpress into Prime’s Power Fleet Program. Prime, based in Springfield, Mo., is the largest refrigerator transportation…

Tenn. requires 8,800 CDL holders to prove citizenship, legal status

The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security said it is notifying about 8,800 commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders that they must provide proof of citizenship or lawful presence in…

USA Truck returned to private Arkansas-based ownership structure

USA Truck has returned being a privately run fleet with Arkansas-based ownership, which the company says marks a new chapter in its more than 40-year history. DSV has agreed to…

TCA reveals 2025 Fleet Safety Awards division winners

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) announced 18 division winners in the 50th annual TCA Fleet Safety Awards competition. These annual awards recognize truckload carriers that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to…

DOT’s Duffy targets N.C. over non-domiciled CDLs

North Carolina has become the latest state threatened with the loss of millions of dollars in federal funding by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy over the issuance of non-domiciled commercial driver’s…

PlusAI reports improved KPIs ahead of 2027 commercial launch

PlusAI reports further progress toward commercial deployment of its autonomous trucking technology, with improvements across key safety and operational readiness metrics in the second half of 2025. In a news…

Dart Transit sold to private equity firm

Dart Transit, a Minnesota-based trucking fleet founded in 1934, has been sold to private equity firm Avkha Equity Holdings.  Terms of the Jan. 1 transaction, which includes Dart Transit, Dart…