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How many trucks are there in the U.S.?

With nearly three million units of semi-trucks registered in the country as of February 2025, freight trucks are a dominant force on the roads. If you’ve ever taken a road trip, it’s very likely that you’ve shared the road with a truck — or several — along the way. We often talk about the transportation […]

House blocks California truck emissions rules

The U.S. House of Representatives approved two resolutions revoking key exemptions granted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to California. With a vote of 231 in favor and 191 against, the House voted on Wednesday, April 30, to overturn the exemption that allowed California to implement the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule, aimed at promoting […]

U.S. truck fleets face rising tire costs

Truck fleets across the United States will soon face steeper replacement tire prices as international trade tensions and tariffs ripple through the industry. Major tire manufacturers have announced upcoming price increases, adding further pressure to an already strained freight sector. Beginning May 1, at least two global tire makers — Yokohama Tire and Sumitomo Rubber […]

Trucking industry and U.S. Congress join forces against cargo theft

The associations support the bipartisan, bicameral Organized Retail Organized Crime Act to combat cargo theft. Various stakeholders in the freight transportation sector have reiterated their call to the U.S. Congress to promote legislation that effectively addresses the persistent problem of cargo theft in the supply chain. During a roundtable held on April 29 in Congress, […]

Kenworth unveils new vocational EV T880E and upgraded T680E

Kenworth unveils the new T880E and updates the T680E with more power, range, and fast charging. Kenworth continues to advance the electrification of heavy-duty transport with the introduction of its new model, the T880E—one of the industry’s first battery-electric Class 8 vocational trucks—as well as an updated version of the T680E, featuring significant improvements in […]

UPS to cut 20,000 jobs amid strategic shift in 2025

UPS Inc. plans to cut 20,000 jobs and close dozens of facilities by downsizing during 2025. UPS Inc., the U.S.-based company specializing in transportation, logistics, and supply chain management, announced on April 29 that it plans to cut 20,000 jobs in 2025 and close dozens of facilities. The move comes in response to a sharp […]

English requirement reinstated for truck drivers

President Donald Trump signed an executive order reinforcing the law that requires all commercial vehicle drivers in the U.S. to be proficient in English. On April 28, President Donald Trump signed an executive order reinforcing the enforcement of an existing federal law that requires all commercial vehicle drivers in the United States to be proficient […]

How Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing Truck Fleet management

In an industry where time is money and efficiency is crucial, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming an indispensable ally for trucking companies. From optimizing deliveries to improving vehicle maintenance and driver safety, AI is reshaping how fleets are managed across the United States. Real-Time Route Optimization Traditionally, planning truck routes relied on static maps and […]

Trump announces first steps to ease regulations on autonomous vehicles

The NHTSA announced it will update existing regulations for autonomous vehicles manufactured in the U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has unveiled its first policy measures aimed at removing regulatory barriers for autonomous vehicles, as part of an effort to foster innovation in the sector and strengthen competitiveness against countries like China. The National Highway Traffic […]

Heavy truck imports face possible tariff hike

Trump’s administration has initiated a new investigation to assess the possibility of imposing tariffs on imports of trucks. Donald Trump’s administration has initiated a new investigation to assess the possibility of imposing tariffs on imports of trucks weighing over 10,000 pounds, primarily used for transporting goods, as well as on their parts. The Department of […]