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Commercial Vehicle Pro | December 2024 | Edition 11
WHAT'S TRENDING?
As we know, the commercial vehicle ecosystem is the backbone of the U.S. (and global) economy, and we’re seeing many trends fueled by technological advancements. From electrification to safety, from fleet management to autonomous systems, technology is reshaping how commercial vehicles operate, interact with infrastructure, and impact the environment.
Sometimes, all of these trends can be overwhelming and may leave us scratching our heads wondering where to begin and what is most important. The simple answer to both of these questions is it’s very much dependent on your business.
In this issue, we cover a broad range of topics, with an overall theme of trends and where we appear to be headed. We’re not foolish enough to think we’ll answer all your questions, but our hope is that we’ll offer some insight and perhaps provide some ideas that will spark further investigation.
Enjoy and happy holidays!
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