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Harbinger Adds Low‑Cab‑Forward Truck to Medium‑Duty Line

Garden Grove, Calif.-based chassis and truck manufacturer Harbinger said the truck would be available as both a battery-electric vehicle and a plug-in hybrid model.

March 11, 2026
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ATA Backs Expansion of Pell Aid to Short‑Term Job Courses

Under the rule, eligible students could use Pell Grants for courses lasting eight to 15 weeks — a change sought by ATA, which pointed to CDL training and diesel technician instruction.

March 10, 2026
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Truck Makers Debut Exterior Safety Camera Expansions

Truck makers are zeroing in on adding 360-degree exterior camera systems as a safety feature ahead of the peak construction season in North America.

March 10, 2026
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Samsara Expands AI Driver Coaching Features

The new features extend the capabilities of Samsara Coach, a driver coaching experience that uses real-time AI voice agents and customizable avatars to deliver personalized guidance.

March 10, 2026
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Wyoming Expands Authority to Enforce English Proficiency Law

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon on March 5 signed legislation granting statewide law enforcement power to uphold English-language proficiency standards for commercial vehicle drivers.

March 9, 2026
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Truck Driver Uses Hacked Carrier Emails to Heist Cargo

A Jamaican immigrant from New York is facing federal charges for his alleged role in a cargo theft ring that hacked truckload carriers’ email accounts to book and retrieve shipments to sell.

March 9, 2026
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Truck Drivers Seek Predictability as Freight Market Shifts

In 2025, drivers prioritized reliable execution and predictable outcomes over short-term incentives, especially regarding their equipment, miles, pay and communication.

March 6, 2026
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SK Lays Off Nearly 1,000 Amid Cooling Automaker EV Plans

The news comes as the EV market is at a standstill amid the Trump administration steering federal support away from electrification in favor of a broader agenda supporting the oil and gas industries.

March 6, 2026
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Republicans Press for Tougher CDL Rules After Fatal Crashes

Congressional Republicans renewed calls for stricter English‑language requirements for CDL holders, citing safety concerns highlighted in President Donald Trump's State of the Union.

March 6, 2026
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Ex‑First Brands CFO Pleads Guilty in Fraud Case

Ex-First Brands CFO Stephen Graham pleaded guilty over a fraud that drove the auto parts supply firm into bankruptcy, and he will testify against company founder Patrick James and his brother Edward.

March 6, 2026

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