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- Trucking’s Mid-2025 AI Update
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the trucking industry—not by replacing drivers, but by revolutionizing back-office operations and business workflows. Trimble Transportation, a leading trucking technology provider, recently shared updates on how AI is already making a substantial impact and what to expect in the next few years. At a media roundtable, Trimble’s Chief Product and Technology Officer, Jonah McIntire, along with North American and European sector leaders Michael Kornhauser and Philipp Pfister, discussed how generative AI has evolved from a buzzword to a game-changing tool. Unlike traditional AI, which enhances labor productivity, generative AI is the labor, automating tasks once done manually. The trucking industry is quickly adapting to this shift. McIntire cited a McKinsey report stating up to 90% of trucking companies are currently using AI, with Trimble’s own customer base nearing 100% adoption. AI is now handling tasks like automated customer emails, price negotiations, and transforming… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 week ago - Rohlwing: A Check Saves Lives (and Your Fleet)
Wheel-off accidents involving commercial trucks are rare, but when they occur, the consequences can be catastrophic. In a recent article by tire safety expert Kevin Rohlwing, the importance of regular torque checks and proper wheel installation is underscored by a real-world incident that could have turned deadly. Earlier this year, a set of dual tires from a semi-truck broke loose and struck a vehicle near the I-80 Truck Stop in Walcott, Iowa. The collision caused the car to flip multiple times, resulting in serious injuries to the driver. Thankfully, the vehicle was traveling in the same direction as the semi-truck. Had the tires approached from the opposite lane, the incident could have been fatal. With over 13.5 million registered commercial motor vehicles in the U.S., including nearly 3 million tractor-trailers, that equates to more than 126 million truck tires on the road. Given the sheer volume, it’s remarkable… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.1 week ago - DOT Moves to Slash Dozens of Trucking Regulations
In a major move to streamline the regulatory landscape for the trucking industry, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a proposal to eliminate or revise nearly two dozen federal trucking regulations. These changes, part of the department’s broader initiative called “Unleashing Prosperity Through Deregulation,” aim to ease burdens on truckers, reduce compliance costs, and eliminate obsolete rules that no longer contribute to road safety. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy emphasized the need for these reforms in a May 29 statement, asserting that, “Big government has been a big failure.” He added, “We’re slashing duplicative and outdated regulations that waste taxpayer dollars and do not improve safety.” Key Regulations on the Chopping Block Among the notable changes in the proposal are: Eliminating certification labeling on rear-impact guards, which are required on trucks to protect motorists in rear-end collisions. Removing self-reporting requirements for CDL holders regarding motor vehicle… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - Washington Proposes Truck Pollution Regulation Updates to Support Zero-Emission Transition
The Washington Department of Ecology is advancing a proposal to update its truck pollution regulations, focusing on reducing emissions from commercial vehicles while giving manufacturers more flexibility in transitioning to zero-emission technologies. These updates reflect a growing effort to balance environmental goals with industry readiness and infrastructure realities. New Flexibility in the Advanced Clean Trucks Rule At the heart of the proposal is an update to the state’s Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule. Originally adopted to mandate increasing sales of zero-emission trucks, the proposed revision introduces greater flexibility for vehicle manufacturers. Under the updated plan, manufacturers can comply in one of two ways: Gradually increase sales of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles through 2035. Purchase credits from other manufacturers who exceed their zero-emission sales requirements. This market-based credit system provides a pathway for compliance while accommodating supply chain challenges and varying rates of technological… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - Hailey Bieber Just Sold Her Beauty Brand For $1 Billion
“As I’ve said, this is only the beginning,” the celebrity wrote on social media. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.2 weeks ago - Trump Shows Approval For Nippon Steel’s Bid For U.S. Steel, Announces Pittsburgh RallyFormer President Joe Biden previously blocked a deal for Japan's Nippon Steel to take over U.S. Steel on national security grounds. ...[TheTopNews] Read More.3 weeks ago
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