Autonomous electric trucks without cabs will be on Ohio roads in the summer of 2026
Cargo trucks that operate without a driver or any human presence are becoming more common. This summer in Marysville, Ohio, that’s precisely what is happening. EASE Logistics, a company based in Ohio, has teamed up with Einride, a firm specializing in self-driving truck technology, to deploy two electric trucks lacking a cab between their warehouses. […]
Self-driving trucks focus on managing roadways rather than improving safety.
Americans seem to have adapted to the presence of self-driving cars. In places like San Francisco and Austin, people now easily call for Waymo robotaxis, much like how they used to request an Uber ride. Now, think about applying that same concept to an 80,000-pound semi-truck cruising down the highway. Many truck drivers–my peers–know the […]
City Council urges Mamdani to include ‘fifth man’ on FDNY trucks— reinstating a cut from the Bloomberg administration
City Council Advocates for Additional Firefighter Positions The City Council is pushing for the addition of a fifth firefighter to numerous fire trucks, a decision aimed at more effectively battling fast-moving fires, according to reports. Lawmakers are requesting that the Mamdani administration set aside $91.7 million to boost staffing at 86 engine companies located in […]
Trump Announces Plans to Increase Tariffs on European Cars and Trucks to 25%
Trump to Increase Tariffs on EU Auto Imports On Friday, President Trump declared plans to raise tariffs on cars and trucks coming from the European Union to 25%, set to take effect next week. He accused Brussels of failing to uphold a trade agreement made last summer. This decision represents a significant escalation in what […]
Trump Announces Plans to Increase Tariffs on European Cars and Trucks to 25%
Trump to Increase Tariffs on EU Imported Vehicles On Friday, President Trump announced that starting next week, tariffs on cars and trucks coming from the European Union will be raised to 25%. He accused EU leaders of not adhering to a trade agreement made last summer. This announcement signals a significant escalation in what seemed […]
Port Authority plans to add new tracking systems to fire trucks following fatal LaGuardia Airport incident.
In response to the recent LaGuardia Airport crash that resulted in two fatalities, emergency vehicles at three major New York City airports will soon be fitted with new tracking devices. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) indicated that a fire truck’s missing transponder was a significant factor in the accident. On Tuesday, Port Authority spokesperson […]
FedEx driver who committed murder searched online about whether his truck’s cameras were always recording after killing 7-year-old Athena Strand.
FedEx Driver Googled Camera Info After Killing A Texas jury has discovered that Tanner Horner, the FedEx driver accused of killing 7-year-old Athena Strand, searched online for information about his truck’s cameras after the crime. Authorities revealed that the morning following the incident, Horner looked up queries such as “Do FedEx truck cameras always record?” […]
Toyota, Daimler Truck, and Volvo collaborate on hydrogen fuel-cell trucks
Toyota Partners with Daimler and Volvo for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks The discussion around clean transportation has mainly been focused on electric batteries—longer ranges, quicker charging times, and increasing electric vehicle (EV) presence. So, when Toyota decided to collaborate with Daimler Trucks and the Volvo Group, many wondered, “Why focus on hydrogen now?” The three […]
Struggling with the Essentials: Fire Departments Waiting Five Years for New Trucks
This local news story may not make national headlines, but it brings to light a troubling trend in America: a failure to address fundamental issues. Here, fundamentals refer to a town or city’s capacity to respond to fires. Fire departments in the Denver, Colorado area are facing significant challenges. New fire trucks have skyrocketed in […]
Trump Shares Positive Update for Those Seeking Budget-Friendly Pickup Trucks
New Developments in Pickup Truck Affordability Good news for those in the market for pickup trucks: the Trump administration has announced some changes that could lead to lower prices. On Wednesday, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin revealed that the climate change regulations put in place during the Obama era have been repealed after nearly twenty years. […]