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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.

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Promotional graphic for Coltrain SHIELD showing a technician using a smartphone during vehicle repair, with the headline “Confidence in Every Repair” and icons representing service, inspections, diagnostics, history, labor, and evaluations.
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.

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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.

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Fleetio Purchase Orders dashboard showing order statuses, vendors, parts, and locations, with a confirmation message stating, “PartsTech order success! Please finish adding your parts to the purchase order draft.”
Maintenancefrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 10, 2026

Fleetio Launches PartsTech Integration, Potentially Helping Fleets Save up to 15 Minutes on Each Purchase Order

Fleetio’s integration with PartsTech brings parts sourcing and ordering into a single connected Fleetio workflow, reducing administrative work and potentially saving users up to 15 minutes per purchase order.

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Geotab ranking graphic compares 16 World Cup host stadiums and cities on commercial vehicle congestion, idling, safety, and resilience, with Houston, Arlington, Kansas City, and Seattle ranked highest overall.
Technologyby Lauren FletcherAugust 8, 2026

What World Cup Traffic Data Reveals About Commercial Vehicle Safety and Congestion

Geotab tracked commercial vehicle movement throughout all 104 World Cup matches, finding increased activity, slower speeds, and a sharp rise in harsh braking after games.

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Black Fathom nameplate mounted on a dark textured wall, illuminated by soft directional lighting that creates subtle highlights and shadows, emphasizing the brand’s minimalist, modern aesthetic.
Vehicle Researchfrom StaffAugust 7, 2026

Ford Unveils Name for Under-$29K Midsize Electric Truck

Ford has unveiled the name of its new midsize electric truck: Fathom. It will have a starting MSRP of $28,350, and preorders will begin in early 2027.

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Industrial manufacturing facility with multiple robotic arms assembling a heavy-duty truck cab on an automated production line, while workers observe from an elevated platform above the assembly area.
Vehicle Researchfrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 7, 2026

DTNA Plans to Build New U.S. Manufacturing Facility

Daimler Truck North America plans to build a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the United States to strengthen its production capabilities across North America. The location has not been disclosed.

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ASE Connects logo over a grayscale engine background with the tagline “Formerly WrenchWay,” highlighting the platform’s rebranding while emphasizing its connection to the automotive service and technician community.
Maintenancefrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 5, 2026

ASE Connects’ Back-to-School Giveaway: Schools Can Win Tools and Prizes from Snap-on

As part of a back-to-school giveaway, ASE Connects and Snap-on will provide four schools with prizes, including three $250 Snap-on gift cards and a grand prize of a Snap-on cart and tool set valued at over $11,000.

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Aerial view of BendPak’s modern industrial facility with prominent BendPak signage and glass entrance, alongside an inset photo of the BendPak monument sign at the Donald R. Henthorn Industrial Complex in Hamilton, Ohio.
Maintenancefrom News/Media ReleaseAugust 5, 2026

BendPak Opens Donald R. Henthorn Industrial Complex in Alabama

BendPak has completed Phase 1 of construction of the Donald R. Henthorn Industrial Complex, which includes a new logistics and distribution center. The complex is situated on 33 acres near BendPak’s existing East Coast campus in Mobile County, Alabama.

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Graphic promoting Automotive Fleet's 2026 Personal Use Survey with the text "Have a Personal Use Policy? We Want to Know!" encouraging fleet managers to complete the annual industry survey.
Operationsby StaffAugust 5, 2026

Automotive Fleet Opens 2026 Personal Use Survey for Commercial Fleet Managers

Commercial and corporate fleet managers are invited to share how their organizations handle company vehicle personal-use policies, charges, and driver eligibility.

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