Work Truck Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

News

Kenworth T680 semi-truck posed before a city skyline, alongside logos for Kenworth, Hiring Our Heroes, Fastport, and Transition Trucking’s Driving for Excellence Award.
Operationsfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 14, 2026

Elite 11 Semi-Finalists Announced for the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award

The 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award have been announced. The award honors the achievements of military veterans who have transitioned into careers in the professional trucking industry.

Read More →
Work Truck Week 2027 promotional graphic over a trade show floor, announcing the March 9–12 event and Future Truck Summit on March 9.
Vehicle Researchfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 14, 2026

NTEA Adds Future Truck Summit to Work Truck Week 2027

NTEA is replacing the long-running Green Truck Summit with something new: Future Truck Summit. The event, in collaboration with NAFA Fleet Management Association, is scheduled at the start of Work Truck Week 2027, March 9–12.

Read More →
Covered vehicle body suspended from orange overhead production equipment inside Ford’s Louisville Assembly Plant.
Vehicle Researchby Lauren FletcherAugust 13, 2026

Ford Fathom Production Takes Shape at Louisville Assembly Plant

Ford is rebuilding Louisville Assembly Plant around an entirely new EV manufacturing process. Here’s how the Universal EV Production System will change the way the Ford Fathom midsize electric truck comes together.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Work Truck Solutions logo centered over a faded background featuring commercial work trucks.
Vehicle Researchfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 13, 2026

Second-Quarter 2026 Commercial Vehicle Data Signals Key Shift in Fleet Turnover and Market Velocity

Work Truck Solutions’ Second-Quarter 2026 Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis reported positive indicators suggesting fleet managers are now rotating aging units, relieving pre-owned inventory friction as business owners move quickly to secure assets.

Read More →
Fleet Forward Conference graphic featuring a row of white work trucks and the headline “Why Work Truck Fleets Should Attend,” with a red “Register Now” button.
Operationsby Lauren FletcherAugust 12, 2026

Fleet Forward Conference Registration Opens With Plenty on Tap for Work Truck Fleets

From commercial vehicle safety and AI to benchmarking, crash costs, OEM relationships, and autonomy, this year’s Fleet Forward Conference agenda has plenty aimed at the issues work truck fleets are dealing with now and preparing for next.

Read More →
GM logo above “Battery Plant Update” on a green energy-themed graphic with battery and sustainability icons.
Green Fleetby Lauren FletcherAugust 12, 2026

Samsung SDI Takes Full Control of GM Battery JV as Indiana Plant Pivots to Energy Storage

Samsung SDI is taking full control of its Indiana battery plant with GM, marking a major shift from the EV-focused joint venture Charged Fleet first covered in 2023.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Vibe coding webinar promo image
Technologyby StaffAugust 12, 2026

How to Build Custom Fleet Tools With AI and Vibe Coding [Webinar]

A new Automotive Fleet webinar explores how fleet managers are using AI and vibe coding to automate routine work and create simple operational tools without traditional programming skills.

Read More →
Port of Tacoma truck driver appreciation event, with a worker in a safety vest handing food to a semi-truck driver beside a “Thank You Truck Drivers” banner.
Green Fleetfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 11, 2026

NWSA Taps CALSTART to Administer Zero-Emission Drayage Assistance Program

CALSTART will provide free technical assistance services to drayage fleets serving the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma and looking to transition to cleaner technologies and help decarbonize freight hubs.

Read More →
Coltraine promo that notes Confidence in every repair
Maintenancefrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 11, 2026

Coltrain Onsite Fleet Care Launches SHIELD, a Purpose-Built Field Service Application

As Coltrain Onsite marks its first year of operations, having grown to more than 100 team members across 14 states, the company is launching SHIELD, its proprietary field service application designed to set a new standard for quality in mobile fleet maintenance.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Rear three-quarter view of a heavy-duty truck equipped with a raised hydraulic hooklift system, parked on grass with trees in the background.
Upfittingfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 10, 2026

Hooklift Bumper Design from Stellar Showcases Strength & Versatility

Stellar Industries’ new bumper for the NZT Series Hooklifts come in two capacity options: the 20K, designed for Class 3 – 6 chassis with a 20,000-pound pull capacity, and the 90K, built for Class 7 and 8 chassis with a 90,000-pound pull capacity.

Read More →