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International trucks recalled over lock nuts

The hex flange lock nuts used in the suspension and steering joints could break, affecting steering stability, according to the recall. Also: NTTC names Driver of the Year finalists; Peterbilt Technician Institute graduates 100th class.

December 7, 2022

International LT

Tesla delivers 'the most badass rig on the road' to Pepsi

Tesla CEO Elon Musk Thursday night handed over his company's first production electric Semi trucks to PepsiCo.

December 1, 2022

Tesla Semi delivery

Class 8 tractor market sees September dip

ACT Research's Class 8 Tractor Dashboard reading dropped from August to September. Also: View photos from the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree's journey from North Carolina to Washington, D.C.

November 24, 2022

U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree in D.C. at night

Torc Robotics autonomous truck a mostly boring ride

Daimler subsidiary Torc Robotics gave CCJ a ride inside one of their autonomous Freightliners this week in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

November 17, 2022

Torc Daimler self driving Freightliner

Autocar integrates smart gauges into CNG severe-duty trucks

The integration gives operators access to real-time information regarding the truck’s fuel management system, including diesel gallon equivalent, time and distance to empty and more. Also: Florida allowing storm-relief trucks to bypass weigh stations.

November 10, 2022

Blue iQ smart gauge

Daimler recalls over 200K trucks for adaptive cruise control brake issue

Approximately 218,147 Daimler day cab and long haul trucks were recalled for a brake problem that occurs with adaptive cruise control.

November 9, 2022

Freightliner M2

Daimler recalls more than 200,000 trucks over brakes system issue

Corrosion could affect the functionality of the brake modulator valve in certain trucks, which during an adaptive cruise control braking event could cause uneven braking. Also: Ascend raises owner-operator pay.

November 8, 2022

Western Star 49X

Watch: Driving recap of Volvo's VNR Electric

Get a detailed breakdown on how you can tell the truck is ready to move in the absence of the familiar sound of a running diesel engine.

November 2, 2022

Peterbilt showcases its new SuperTruck

Peterbilt's SuperTruck II, the fruits of a Department of Energy program, has a futuristic look to it.

October 25, 2022

Peterbilt SuperTruck II

Volvo, International take highest retained value honors

Retained values have been higher this year across the board for heavy and medium duty trucks, driven by supply chain issues.

October 24, 2022

President Biden visits Volvo's powertrain plant

Volvo last week hosted President Joe Biden at the Volvo Group Powertrain Operations facility in Hagerstown, Maryland, for National Manufacturing Day. Also: Carriers sought to participate in annual Wreaths Across America events.

October 11, 2022

Biden at Volvo plant

Tesla boss Musk says Semi deliveries will start in December

Tesla plans to deliver its first all electric tractors to a private fleet. Also: The American Trucking Associations and the Canadian Trucking Alliance penned a joint letter asking the U.S. to end COVID-related entry requirements; more.

October 7, 2022

Tesla Semi truck

Test drive: Mack Command Steer gives heavyweight trucks lightweight feel

Mack's electrically-assisted hydraulic steering system gives heavyweight trucks a lightweight feel.

September 27, 2022

Mack Granite in a quarry

International recalling nearly 7k trucks for engine issue

The connecting rod wrist pin can crack in the affected engines, resulting in a connecting rod failure, which could cause an engine shutdown. Also: Nikola recalls certain Tre BEV trucks for seat belt issue; new certified Volvo EV dealer in Ontario; more.

September 27, 2022

International A26 engine

Watch: Freightliner preps enhancements for its M2, SD models

The SD and M2 get some Cascadia-esque updates on the outside but the interior and tech get the most attention.

September 20, 2022

Freightliner SD cab

Price Digests recognizes truck models for highest retained value

Price Digests, a provider of vehicle values and specs data for more than 100 years, has announced the finalists for its Fourth Annual Price Digests Highest Retained Value Awards.

September 20, 2022

Price Digests 2022 Highest Retained Value Award

Freightliner revamps its M2 and SD models

The M2 112 Plus and 114SD Plus get the DD13 Gen 5 engine and its new vocational power ratings.

September 13, 2022

Freightliner Plus M2 and SD

Daimler, Paccar recalls affect more than 5,600 trucks

A recall of certain Western Star trucks affects more than 4,000 units, while a recall of certain Peterbilt and Kenworth tractors affects approximately 1,600 units. Also: Schneider hosting Freightliner eCascadia at headquarters this week; more.

September 7, 2022

Kenworth T680 Next Gen

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Women in Trucking member Angelika Mangino is the group's Member of the Month for April. Though more women are entering the filed, a WIT survey showed that safety remains a top concern among female drivers.

Female trucker surveys divide proponents on pay and cab design

Industry leaders agree on safety and respect as top issues among surveyed female truck drivers but disagree on pay and cab design.

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Pilot Company names new executives as part of Berkshire Hathaway ownership

Volvo truck with crashed headlight

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