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Ford Plans 5 New Models Under $40,000

Ford is planning to launch five new models priced under $40,000 by the end of the decade in a gambit to offer more affordable vehicles as the average cost of new cars tops $50,000 in the U.S.

February 11, 2026
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House Panel Advances Auto Safety Bill

The House Commerce, Manufacturing and Trade Subcommittee approved the Preventing Auto Recycling Theft Act, which would require new vehicles to have an ID number stamped onto converters.

February 11, 2026
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Paccar Teases Launch of 2 EPA NOx 2027-Compliant Engines

Paccar is set to unveil two engine platforms ahead of the introduction of tighter Environmental Protection Agency nitrogen oxide emissions in 2027, senior executives said Feb. 10.

February 11, 2026
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Authorities Break Up Multistate Diesel Theft Networks

Alleged multistate diesel fuel thieves have been arrested in one criminal ring that purportedly used cloned credit cards, while another operation involved hacking into truck stop pumps.

February 11, 2026
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Energy Secretary Visits Venezuela to Assess Oil Overhaul

The U.S. government on Feb. 11 further asserted its self-appointed role in turning around Venezuela’s oil industry with the arrival of Energy Secretary Chris Wright for a firsthand assessment.

February 11, 2026
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Fleets Can Target the ‘Low-Hanging Fruit’ of Decarbonization

Although zero-emission technologies are available, fleet operators also can achieve significant progress toward decarbonization through pragmatic, intermediate steps to improve efficiency.

February 11, 2026
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EPA Poised to Scrap 2009 Endangerment Finding

A White House official, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly, confirmed the plans, which were first reported by The Wall Street Journal.

February 10, 2026
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Tesla Semi to Offer 2 Range Options, Company Says

Tesla will offer two versions of its long-awaited Class 8 battery-electric tractor, the Semi, the electric vehicle manufacturer confirmed.

February 10, 2026
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Nebraska Says Self-Repair Permitted on DEF Systems

Nebraska is asking truckers and farmers to report problems with DEF systems in order to hold manufacturers accountable for service issues, while telling consumers they have a right to self-repair.

February 10, 2026
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Love’s to Add 1,500 Parking Spaces, 20 Locations in 2026

The additions will raise Love’s truck parking space total to 52,000 spots nationwide by the end of 2026, the company said. Love’s currently operates 669 locations in 42 states.

February 6, 2026

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