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Department of Justice Takes Action Against CARB The Department of Justice (DOJ) initiated two federal lawsuits this week targeting the California Air Resources Board (CARB), accusing it of unlawfully enforcing emissions regulations for heavy-duty trucks. Details of the Lawsuits These lawsuits, lodge
New EPA Guidance on Diesel Exhaust Fluid Systems The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released updated guidance concerning failures in diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems that lead to reductions in speed and power. This initiative is aimed at minimizing productivity losses due to vehicle shu
In the last month, eight additional trucking companies have declared bankruptcy, while two others have shut down. This trend is exacerbated by stricter lending standards, which are extending the industry’s downturn. These companies have filed for Chapter 11 since early July, as detailed in documents
Volvo Group Joins Legal Battle Against California Emission Standards Volvo Group is part of a legal action alongside industry leaders such as Daimler Truck, Paccar, and International Motors, suing the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and California Governor Gavin Newsom. The Swedish automaker c
Bartlesville Police Make Arrest in Equipment Theft Case BARTLESVILLE, Okla. — A man was arrested by the Bartlesville Police Department after stealing equipment and a work truck from a contractor working for the City of Bartlesville, which he later used to carry out burglaries. On Wednesday morning a
Commercial truck prices increased in July due to ongoing tariffs affecting costs, coupled with lower spot rates and higher operational expenses. According to Equipment Finance News, July saw a rise in prices for new, used, and certified pre-owned commercial trucks. As of August 4, the average price
Impact of DEF-Related Faults on Vehicle Operations Vehicles often face severe restrictions, with speeds dropping to as low as five miles per hour due to DEF-related faults, disrupting logistics, agriculture, and construction activities. Timeframe for Operator Response According to existing regulatio
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The market for autonomous trucks is gaining traction as key companies increase their testing efforts and establish partnerships, although financing models and pricing structures are still in limbo. Kodiak Robotics, a provider of autonomous trucking technology, is set to go public via a merger with s
