Category: News

RISE Robotics Launches the Beltdraulic All-Electric Liftgategate

(RISE Robotics: Somerville, MA) — Unlike traditional hydraulic systems, the fluid-free design removes pumps, hoses, and the risk of oil leaks. The Railgate 5500 is built for fleets that demand both speed and efficiency, operating twice as fast as comparable hydraulic systems while weighing 200 pounds less. Its faster lift...

Motive Introduces AI Assisted Platform to Unify Driver Safety, Equipment Monitoring, Spend Management, HR, and Even Coaching

(Motive: San Francisco, CA) — More than a decade ago, Motive set out to solve a challenge every physical operations leader knows too well: Critical workflows were scattered across disconnected systems. Vehicle tracking, dash cams, fuel cards, time tracking, maintenance, and training all lived in separate tools. There was no...

California Deal With 16 States Would End Key Parts of Advanced Clean Fleets Rule

(CVBN: Chico, CA) — California has reached a settlement, posted Monday (5/5/25) in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California, with 16 states, signaling a significant shift in its approach to zero-emission vehicle regulations. The agreement requires the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to propose repealing key...

Peterbilt Expands Electric Vehicle Lineup with Next-Gen Model 579EV & All-New Model 567EV

(Peterbilt: Denton, TX) — Peterbilt is proud to introduce the next evolution of heavy duty battery-electric vehicles: the next-generation Model 579EV and the all-new Model 567EV, the industry’s first electric heavy duty conventional vocational truck. “Designed for performance and efficiency, the next evolution of Peterbilt battery-electric vehicles offer industry-leading versatility, fast-charging capabilities and...

Hyundai Motor Unveils the New XCIENT Heavy-Duty Fuel Cell Truck at ACT Expo 2025

(Hyundai Motor America: Fountain, CA) — Hyundai Motor Company introduced the new XCIENT Fuel Cell Class-8 heavy-duty truck at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California, showcasing its ongoing commitment to expanding its hydrogen business in North America. In alignment with its commitment to expanding clean logistics...

Mack Trucks Showcasing Diverse Product Portfolio This Week at WasteExpo 2025

(Mack Trucks: Greensboro, NC) — Mack Trucks will feature its comprehensive lineup for the waste industry during WasteExpo 2025. The company announced it will display a Mack® TerraPro® Daycab, a Mack MD6 battery-electric vehicle (BEV), and a Mack Granite® Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), May 5-8, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. The...

Trump Signs Executive Order Providing Relief From Tariff Stacking

(CVBN: Chico, CA) — The U.S. President has issued an executive order, “Addressing Certain Tariffs on Imported Articles,” introducing significant adjustments to the application of tariffs on imported goods. This policy shift is poised to impact the commercial vehicle industry through the refinement of tariff implementation procedures. The executive order’s...

Work Truck Solutions Releases Q1 2025 Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis Amid Looming Trade War

Work Truck Solutions®, the leading commercial vehicle authority, has released its Q1 2025 Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis, highlighting ongoing market adjustments as new inventory stabilizes amid uncertainty surrounding emissions standards and international trade. New Work Truck and Van Market New commercial vehicle inventory remained largely stable, with the average number...

Ram Professional Offers NAHB Members Multiple Savings on Popular Lineup of Trucks and Vans

Auburn Hills, MI, April 29, 2025 – Ram Professional has announced a new partnership with the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) that provides significant savings for NAHB members on its class-leading and hardest working lineup of trucks and vans, including Ram 1500, Ram Heavy Duty, Ram Chassis Cab and Ram ProMaster/ProMaster EV....