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Fleet Management
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
U.S. heavy-duty trailer orders surged by more than 300% in September as fleets moved aggressively to secure equipment ahead of anticipated 2027 price hikes and regulatory changes, according to new data from ACT and FTR.
Cargo Tanks/Trailers
Reports: US trailer orders surge ahead of 2027 cycle
New data from ACT and FTR shows fleets aggressively securing heavy-duty equipment amid looming tariff price hikes, pent-up replacement demand, and tightening capacity.
Oct. 21, 2026
Grote Industries
Grote Industries continues to expand its portfolio of commercial vehicle safety technologies, combining advanced warning lighting with smart-trailer visibility solutions to reduce collision risks across fleet operations. Grote this week introduced its next-generation 4SEE technology after first unveiling the advanced rear-collision warning system at last year’s MCE.
Equipment
Grote advances commercial vehicle fleet safety
Oct. 20, 2026
Jason McDaniel, generated with Gemini
Roadside commercial vehicle enforcement data directly impacts carrier CSA scores and industry safety standings. Under FMCSA’s fully implemented DataQs overhaul across all 50 states, motor carriers now have guaranteed review timelines and independent appeal tiers to challenge disputed inspection reports and crash records.
Regulations
States adopt reformed DataQs system for carrier safety
Oct. 20, 2026
Krohne
As liquid natural gas distribution networks expand, automated custody transfer systems provide real-time batch monitoring to eliminate costly bill of lading disputes during intermodal terminal handovers.
Automated LNG custody transfer systems boost transparency
Oct. 19, 2026
Motive
Motive debuted its new proactive “Agents” technology at ATA’s MCE conference, enabling fleets to configure automated conditional workflows—such as notifying operations managers when a driver approaches an hours-of-service limit—to handle safety and maintenance events without manual cross-referencing.
Technology
Motive unleashes proactive AI ‘Agents’
Oct. 19, 2026
Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
Ventura Transfer Company CEO Randy Clifford—who NTTC leaders elected as the association’s 2022-23 NTTC chairman—recently served on the nine-member search committee, ensuring bulk haulers and smaller fleets were well represented in the selection of ATA's new president.
An ‘unconventional’ path: Inside ATA’s search for a new president
Oct. 19, 2026
Jason McDaniel, generated with Gemini
Managing heavy-duty component inventory category by category is becoming critical for tank truck fleets, as driveline and axle replacement costs have climbed nearly 13% since early 2024.
Equipment
Report: Driveline cost spikes squeeze tank fleet budgets
Oct. 16, 2026
EBE Technologies
EBE Technologies’ redesigned web portal gives fleet operators interactive tools to evaluate back-office automation capabilities and driver management services.
Technology
EBE launches interactive website, expands fleet lifecycle tools
Oct. 15, 2026
Usher Transport
Through rigorous safety programs, innovative data use, and a people-focused approach, Usher Transport has distinguished itself in the tank truck industry, winning NTTC safety championships and strengthening partnerships with major shippers like Chevron.
What’s in Print
Ultimate vindication: Intensive audit hones Usher’s winning Heil bid
Oct. 15, 2026
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