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October 30, 2025

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Trucking Combats Soaring Nuclear Verdicts and Insurance Costs

The trucking industry has been facing surging unfavorable verdicts and insurance costs as biases and policies drive up costs beyond economic reality, according to a panel of experts. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

Groendyke’s Greg Hodgen Aims to Be Trucking’s Superhero

Groendyke Transport CEO Greg Hodgen on Oct. 28 became the 81st chairman of American Trucking Associations. He wants to spotlight the environmental and safety gains trucking has made. Read more…

Drivers Most Fret About Wages Not Keeping Up With Inflation

Compensation is the top concern among professional drivers in 2025, according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s annual survey of trucking industry participants. Read more…

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Truck-Lite’s 1.25” Marker & Clearance Light – Built for Performance. Designed for Ease.

Introducing the new 34 Series LED Marker & Clearance Light– a next-generation upgrade for the specialty trailer market. With a sleek, modern design and enhanced light output, this 1.25” round light delivers unmatched visibility while simplifying installation. Read more…

Cummins, Caterpillar to Get Boost From Data Center Boom

Cummins’ and Caterpillar’s revenue will nearly double in the next three years from selling backup generators to help power U.S. data centers, according to UBS. Read more…

Ruan to Be First to Roll Out Clarios IdleLess Battery System

Des Moines, Iowa-based Ruan is deploying the technology system — which aims to reduce fuel consumption and emissions — after running a 50-truck pilot program over the summer. Read more…

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Get Ready for the Event of the Year in Driver Recruitment and Retention!

Attention all driver recruiting and retention professionals! The 23rd Annual Recruitment and Retention Conference returns February 25–27, 2026 — and this year, it’s bigger, bolder, and more transformative than ever. Read more…

Volvo’s Next VNL Autonomous Trucks Enter Production Soon

The autonomous trucks will be manufactured at Volvo Trucks North America’s New River Valley production plant in Dublin, Va. The first batch was built there in the final quarter of 2024. Read more…

GM Slashes EV Workforce After Trump Ends Tax Breaks

The total includes 3,400 workers that were furloughed over the summer at its Factory Zero plant in Detroit, where the electric Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and Hummer EVs are made. Read more…

2 More States Respond to FMCSA’s ELP Mandate

New Mexico, Washington and California were warned by DOT Secretary Sean Duffy to enforce English-language proficiency regulations or face withholding of up to 100% of the funds. Read more…

VTNA Extends Sponsorship of America’s Road Team Through 2026

Members of America’s Road Team — known as captains — are selected for their exemplary safety records and commitment to trucking. VTNA has sponsored the program since 2002. Read more…

Tesla May Add Steering Wheel, Pedals to Cybercab After All

“If we have to have a steering wheel, it can have a steering wheel and pedals,” Robyn Denholm, the chair of Tesla’s board of directors, told Bloomberg News in an interview Oct. 28. Read more…

VisionWise Debuts Digital Vision System at MCE

The programmable digital vision system, powered by a Qualcomm chipset and an Nvidia processor, combines vision technology, AI-powered edge computing and cloud-based management. Read more…

Transtex Launches Edge Cabflex Aerodynamic Cab Extender

Transtex has launched a flexible aerodynamic cab extender fairing designed to reduce trucking fleets’ operating costs by improving durability and enhancing fuel efficiency. Read more…

EDITOR’S PICK

Top 100 Private Carriers Tap Brakes on Growth

The largest private carriers in North America have navigated volatile markets and shifting freight patterns this year as tariffs and trade deals shake up international supply chains. Read more…

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