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Jack Roberts

Executive Editor

With nearly three decades covering trucking, Jack Roberts is known for reporting on advanced technology, such as intelligent drivetrains and autonomous vehicles, in an industry being transformed by technology.

In his Truck Tech blog, he offers his insights on everything from the latest equipment, systems and components, to telematics and autonomous vehicle technologies. A commercial driver’s license holder, he also does test drives of new equipment and covers topics such as maintenance, fuel economy, vocational and medium-duty trucks and tires.

He has been covering trucking since 1995.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van.
Newsby Jack RobertsOctober 28, 2025

30 Years Ago Today The Sprinter Van Began to Play

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van is turning 30 years old – and is on track to surpass five million units sold by year’s end.

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Newsby Jack RobertsAugust 26, 2024

Peterbilt Prepares for Large Truck Prebuy

Trucking industry observers believe that the largest diesel truck prebuy in history has either already begun or will begin soon. Peterbilt shares what it is doing to prepare in the medium-duty segment with both diesel-powered and battery-electric trucks.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsNovember 9, 2023

Idealease Moves to Educate and Support Electric Truck Transition

At a customer event in Atlanta, Idealease detailed plans to offer International electric trucks to fleets nationwide and offered test drives of the new eMV medium-duty electric truck.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsOctober 17, 2019

Electroeconomics: The Macroeconomics of Electric Trucks

Find out why an electric truck or van may be on your comparative shopping list in the near future.

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Newsby Jack RobertsSeptember 14, 2017

UPS to Test Mitsubishi Fuso's All-Electric Cabover

Three of the new all-electric trucks will be deployed in North America by UPS for testing and evaluation.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsFebruary 13, 2017

Controlling Creeping Fleet Costs

Running a successful fleet means keeping an eye on both your front office costs, as well as what’s happening in your shop and in the yard.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsJanuary 12, 2017

Sprinter Charges Ahead

Since its introduction to the North American market two decades ago, European-style vans have become a mainstay in the fleet industry. The van that started it all in America continues forging into the future.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsDecember 19, 2016

Euro-Style Cargo Vans Break the Mold

A new breed of commercial van is sweeping the country with capabilities and features unheard of just a few years ago. Here’s why many experts think these vans will soon dominate in light- and medium-duty fleets.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsNovember 15, 2016

Should You Lease or Buy Work Trucks?

Dynamic, fast-moving financial options can create a real dilemma if you’re looking to update your fleet. Luckily, some tried-and-tested baseline rules can help cut through the clutter and secure the financing options you need to grow your business.

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