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22 July, 2026
Senate panel OKs bill banning some foreign vehicle technologies

The Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation on July 22 that would ban certain foreign technologies and vehicles from the U.S. market. The Connected Vehicle Security Act would permanently end the […]

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22 July, 2026
Aurora launches second-generation driverless trucks, targets production scale-up

Aurora Innovation has launched its second-generation driverless trucks, introducing a new platform designed to support a larger commercial deployment across its U.S. freight network. The trucks are based on the […]

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22 July, 2026
Huayi Tire Canada names Matesic Eastern Canada sales manager

Huayi Tire Canada (HTC), Canada’s marketer and distributor for Double Coin and associated brands tires, has appointed Mike Matesic as Eastern Canada sales manager. With more than three decades of […]

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22 July, 2026
12 indicted in Tennessee for $2 million in cargo theft from Nike

A federal grand jury has returned an indictment against 12 individuals alleged to have stolen at least $2 million in Nike products over a three-year period.  The 12 people were […]

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22 July, 2026
Ryder adds free 60‑day warranty on used vehicles

Ryder System has launched the Ryder Vehicle Assurance Program, introducing a free 60-day limited warranty on its U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)-verified used commercial vehicles through the end of the […]

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22 July, 2026
Einride acquires Flipturn to grow EV charging network

Einride has agreed to acquire charging and energy management software company Flipturn in an all-stock transaction valued at $38.4 million, a move the company says will create North America’s largest […]

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22 July, 2026
A. Duie Pyle expands focus on box truck brokerage services

A. Duie Pyle is highlighting its box truck brokerage services as shippers increasingly seek flexible transportation options for freight that doesn’t fit traditional less-than-truckload (LTL) or full truckload networks. The […]

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22 July, 2026
Wabash expands Western dealer network with Truck Source partnership

Wabash has expanded its dealer network in the Western United States through a new partnership with Truck Source, a full-service trailer dealership with locations in Portland, Ore., and Phoenix. The […]

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22 July, 2026
Cross-border bridge celebration ‘inappropriate’ after Trump’s tariff threats: Canada

The federal government said Tuesday that in light of U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats, Canada will not be celebrating the opening of the Gordie Howe International bridge with […]

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21 July, 2026
ATA truck tonnage index nudges higher in June

Trucking activity in the United States inched up 0.1% in June from the previous month, according to the American Trucking Associations’ advanced seasonally adjusted for-hire tonnage index.  “While tonnage was […]

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21 July, 2026
WESTAC urges Ottawa to revive National Highway Strategy

Canada cannot solve its productivity and trade challenges without renewed federal investment in a National Highway Strategy, according to the Western Transportation Advisory Council (WESTAC). The organization is calling on […]

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21 July, 2026
LRG GPO joins SourceIntersect network, formalizes Fuel Purchasing Alliance

Logistics & Route Group (LRG GPO) has joined SourceIntersect, expanding the procurement network’s buying power for independent fleet operators. LRG GPO brings last-mile delivery fleets, carriers, trucking companies, FedEx ISPs, […]

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21 July, 2026
New York launches $8M funding program for hydrogen, ammonia projects

New York State is making $8 million available to support the development of hydrogen, ammonia, and other alternative fuel technologies aimed at reducing emissions from heavy-duty transportation and other sectors […]

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21 July, 2026
Kooner Fleet Management welcomes Einterz as head of strategy

Kooner Fleet Management Solutions has appointed Micah Einterz as head of strategy, a newly created executive role focused on the company’s long-term growth and expansion. Einterz brings more than 15 […]

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21 July, 2026
Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

President Donald Trump on July 20 imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol, and dairy products. The move could unleash […]

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20 July, 2026
New Pa. law raises penalty for operating unauthorized CDL school to $25,000 

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) on July 20 approved a new law that greatly increases the penalty for operating unauthorized truck driver training schools, or “CDL mills.” “Commercial driver’s license […]

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20 July, 2026
ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Spot market flattens, while shippers continue to feel the pain

Canada’s spot market growth slowed in June, but remained ahead of year-ago volumes, Loadlink recently reported. Meanwhile, Class 8 truck demand is increasing as freight fundamentals improve and data center […]

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20 July, 2026
Capela Transport’s Gough named TCA Highway Angel

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named Capela Transport driver Harry Gough a Highway Angel for helping protect the scene of a motorcycle crash in Pennsylvania. On an evening of […]

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20 July, 2026
IntelliShift partners with TruckerCloud

Fleet management software provider IntelliShift announced it has partnered with TruckerCloud to give insurers access to fleet telematics and video safety data for underwriting and risk assessment. Through the partnership, […]

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20 July, 2026
Trailer orders cool in June as Wabash opens 2027 order board early

June trailer orders eased from the unusually strong pace seen this spring, but industry analysts say the slowdown reflects a return to normal seasonal buying patterns rather than weakening demand. […]

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