Roundtable: Previewing 2027 heavy-duty tractors, NOx mandates, and PC-12 lubricants

EndeavorB2B commercial vehicle editors discuss the upcoming Volvo VNX launch, incoming EPA emission guidelines, and Shell Rotella’s newest powertrain fluids for liquid bulk carriers...

Tank Fleets

Report: High diesel to squeeze tank truckers until summer 2027

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

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

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.

Fleet Management

An ‘unconventional’ path: Inside ATA’s search for a new president

Fleet Management

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

FMCSA reopens feedback on a radar collision-warning exemption as the manufacturer debuts its 4SEE rear-view camera to stream real-time backing video over standard trailer connectors...

Oct. 20, 2026

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.

Fleet Management

Automated LNG custody transfer systems boost transparency

Krohne’s real-time measurement helps eliminates terminal product disputes while reducing maintenance costs.

Oct. 19, 2026

Technology

Motive unleashes proactive AI ‘Agents’

The new platform automatically triggers immediate responses to prevent collisions, reduce excessive idling, and expedite work orders without waiting on manual manager review.

Oct. 19, 2026

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

FinditParts’ first Heavy-Duty Price Index reveals commercial vehicle parts pricing is up 5.7% compared to early 2024, warning shop managers that specialized axle and chassis increases...

Oct. 16, 2026

Hazmat/Safety

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

The Kentucky-based bulk hauler captures its third NTTC North American safety championship by leveraging a demanding accreditation journey, uncompromising hiring standards, and...

Oct. 15, 2026

Focusing on emerging threats like nuclear verdicts, driver hiring risks, and AI compliance, Tenstreet’s general counsel offers practical steps for trucking companies to build a strong safety culture, ensure legal adherence, and leverage technology responsibly.

Fleet Management

From highway to headline: 3 legal risks for private fleets

Tenstreet General Counsel Shannon Wheeler explains how commercial transportation operations can prevent devastating lawsuits and regulatory penalties by proactively managing safety...

Oct. 9, 2026

A recent multi-state operation focused on freight corridors, emphasizing the importance of interstate collaboration to identify unsafe drivers, prevent crashes, and combat credential fraud in the trucking industry.

Regulations

Multi-state enforcement sweeps unqualified truckers

Federal investigators and state troopers evaluated 552 commercial vehicles along major Southeastern freight corridors as part of ‘Operation Saturday Night Fever,’ sidelining dozens...

Oct. 8, 2026

Legendary singer Jim Cornelison delivers a surprise, rousing performance of the national anthem alongside G&D/Hoffman’s collection of national safety trophies. When severe weather grounded scheduled guest speakers at the 17th annual employee appreciation event, company leaders executed a flawless pivot to save the massive celebration, perfectly reflecting the event’s “hold the line” theme of meeting unexpected challenges proactively.

Tank Fleets

Professional pivoters: Rain can’t dampen G&D/Hoffman celebration

Leadership’s quick thinking saves annual employee appreciation event, allowing the tank truck company to highlight recent awards, dedicated personnel—and the power of fellowship...

Oct. 8, 2026

Green Trends

From left to right, Fleet Maintenance’s John Hitch, Bulk Transporter’s Jason McDaniel, FleetOwner’s Jade Brasher, and Trailer/Body Builders’ Kevin Jones gather for a panel discussion to break down the American Transportation Research Institute’s report on the rising costs of trucking in this episode of The Fleet Lead.

Fleet Management

Roundtable: Equipment demand, rising costs, and tanker trends

The Fleet Lead

In this Fleet Lead discussion, EndeavorB2B editors break down the latest ATRI report on the rising operational costs in trucking.

Aug. 10, 2026

Hyroad Energy has introduced a mobile hydrogen refueling station in Santa Fe Springs, California, enabling quick and reliable fueling for hydrogen-powered trucks, with plans to expand across California and Texas.

Green Trends

Hyroad deploys mobile liquid hydrogen fueling station in SoCal

Partnering with Taylor-Wharton, the 1,000-kg Santa Fe Springs unit aims to bridge the heavy-duty infrastructure gap with commercial fill times under 25 minutes.

Aug. 4, 2026

Oxon Power's HyperStart system improves heavy-duty truck starting reliability by separating cranking power from hotel loads, reducing downtime, and extending battery life up to seven years.

Green Trends

Oxon launches HyperStart to solve truck battery failures

The new drop-in device isolates cranking power from cabin accessories, extending electrical service intervals and eliminating costly roadside no-starts for commercial fleets.

Aug. 3, 2026

The Hoyer Group has introduced four fully electric trucks in Switzerland, utilizing intelligent charging systems to optimize energy use and support decarbonization goals.

Green Trends

Hoyer drives sustainable logistics with Swiss e-trucks

Four new battery-powered commercial vehicles are now handling daily transport operations, utilizing intelligent charging systems to reduce diesel energy consumption by ‘two-thirds...

July 29, 2026

Technology

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

The automation software provider's upgraded portal lets bulk carriers test operations, complementing a prior training partnership with Luma.

Oct. 15, 2026

Trimble’s upgraded Fuel Dispatch platform features a modernized, browser-based interface designed to give fuel carriers complete operational visibility. As shown in the inventory dashboard detailing a dispatched order for a specific station, the software allows dispatchers to triage critical tank levels in real time and immediately drill down into individual station order details, commodities, and delivery windows.

Technology

Trimble brings browser-based AI architecture to Fuel Dispatch

The upgraded management software allows petroleum carriers to streamline daily scheduling and preserve existing operational intelligence without requiring a disruptive system ...

Oct. 5, 2026

Dr&omacr;v Technologies introduced the AirBoxLite on an Eagle Transport trailer at Tank Truck Week 2026. The streamlined trailer telematics system is designed to provide essential monitoring at a lower cost, enabling fleets to connect more trailers and prevent roadside failures. Built on the same platform as the premium AirBoxOne, it focuses on tire pressure, hub temperature, ABS faults, and GPS location.

Technology

Two options, one smart fleet: Drōv debuts AirBoxLite

New streamlined telematics system introduced during NTTC’s Tank Truck Week 2026 is designed to bring every trailer in the fleet onto the same dashboard, delivering crucial data...

Oct. 2, 2026

Transloading

Navigating the ‘transload gap’: How data is shaping bulk logistics

Rebulk’s new directory maps North American rail-to-truck transfer facilities, revealing strategic growth opportunities for tank truck carriers and their shipper partners.

Oct. 1, 2026

Regulations

U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., fourth from left, recently visited one of Groendyke Transport’s newest terminals in South Tulsa, Oklahoma, for a tour and policy roundtable.

Regulations

ATA chairman talks tort reform with Rep. Kevin Hern

Groendyke Transport’s CEO guides a Tulsa policy roundtable focused on mitigating nuclear verdicts and stopping predatory legal funding during a recent terminal visit.

Oct. 6, 2026

Tank Truck Week 2026 in Oklahoma City will address economic volatility, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions impacting bulk haulers, offering strategies to turn challenges into competitive advantages through expert-led sessions and networking.

What’s in Print

Tank Truck Week 2026 preview: The Oklahoma City edge

Bulk haulers hope to turn current challenges into advantages by deep diving into operational realities, including accelerating equipment costs and rapidly evolving AI capabilities...

Sept. 23, 2026

The expert team at Liquid Bulk Services keeps essential chemical tank fleets rolling safely from sunrise to sunset. Step inside their 2-acre St. Gabriel, Louisiana, location to see how this dynamic family-owned shop tackles everything from routine maintenance to heavy barrel overhauls.

Tank Repair

Gallery: Inside the evolving LBS operation

Take a closer look at the essential cargo tank maintenance services Greg Ballard and daughter Ashton are providing for an active chemical market in St. Gabriel, Louisiana.

Aug. 27, 2026

Transportation companies must now prioritize transparency, rigorous safety standards, and informed decision-making processes to navigate legal exposures and strengthen partnerships in a changing regulatory environment.

Hazmat/Safety

Carrier selection no longer a simple procurement decision

Vetting freight partners must evolve from a one-time cost evaluation into an ongoing risk management strategy following the Montgomery ruling, Miebach Consulting partner writes...

Aug. 17, 2026

Equipment

The all-new Volvo VNX brings heavy-duty versatility to the forefront, offering specialized fleets a highly customizable daycab or sleeper platform that balances off-road capabilities with advanced safety technology.

Trucks

V for versatility: Volvo’s VNX invigorates bulk operations

The all-new, extreme-duty vocational tractor equips specialized fleets with uncompromising safety tech, rugged off-road torque, and seamless upfitter integration.

Oct. 14, 2026

September's North American Class 8 truck orders show mixed results amid ongoing regulatory uncertainty, with underlying demand remaining strong despite disrupted seasonal patterns caused by pending EPA 2027 NOx rules.

Fleet Management

Reports: September Class 8 truck orders show resilience

ACT Research and FTR Intel data highlight carriers navigating 2027 EPA emissions uncertainty while upgrading heavy-duty freight equipment.

Oct. 13, 2026

Hendrickson introduces the Softek front steer axle and monoleaf suspension system for Peterbilt 567 and 579 models, offering significant weight savings and operational benefits for tank truck carriers. The system's lightweight design reduces front-end weight by up to 74 lbs., improving payload capacity and fuel efficiency.

Equipment

Hendrickson debuts Softek steer axle for Peterbilt 567, 579

The new integrated monoleaf suspension system helps tank truck fleets shed up to 74 front-end pounds, boosting overall payload capacity and improving ride comfort.

Oct. 12, 2026

Effective fleet management involves selecting premium, OEM-approved wheel end components that offer predictable performance and longer service intervals. This strategy minimizes unexpected failures and enhances safety, leading to cost savings over the vehicle's lifespan.

Equipment

How leading bulk haulers manage wheel-end TCO

Stemco strategist Kenneth Lang explains why prioritizing long-term tank trailer reliability and lifecycle value outweighs initial purchase price.

Oct. 9, 2026

Media Galleries

G&D/Hoffman Chief Operating Officer Jerry Curl takes a selfie on stage for Mike Eruzione, captain of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, who was originally scheduled to deliver the keynote address but had his flight nixed by inclement weather.

Tank Fleets

Gallery: Inside G&D/Hoffman’s appreciatory extravaganza

Browse exclusive photos showcasing the tank truck carrier’s impressive hardware haul, generous service bonuses, and surprise celebrity guests in Illinois.

Oct. 8, 2026

Take an inside look at Ridewell Suspensions’ manufacturing facilities, advanced automation, and dedicated workforce driving their enduring success in the specialized trailer industry.

Equipment

Gallery: Inside Ridewell’s air ride suspension operations

Take a tour of the family-owned firm’s Springfield manufacturing HQ through this collection of photos showcasing robotic cells, assembly lines, and staff.

Aug. 20, 2026

The attendees at National Tank Truck Carriers’ 2026 Annual Conference in Baltimore, including new and outgoing NTTC chairs Jeremy Mairs and David Price, experienced a dynamic event filled with networking, innovation, and strategic discussions—all captured in this comprehensive photo gallery highlighting the energy and progress of the bulk transportation sector.

Fleet Management

Gallery: On scene at NTTC’s 2026 Annual Conference in Baltimore

Flip through these exclusive images that showcase committee workshops, distinguished service presentations, and new association milestones from the Baltimore Waterfront Hotel....

July 2, 2026

Usher Transport marks 80 years of family-led success in the bulk hauling industry, evolving from a small operation to a $63 million enterprise that values integrity, service, and innovation.

Features

Gallery: Inside Usher’s eight-decade family legacy

Dive deeper into the fourth-generation, family-owned company’s 80th anniversary celebration with additional images that didn’t make the print version of this April/May Bulk Transporter...

June 15, 2026

Learning Resources

The Right Partner Can Improve Capacity Constraints

The Hidden Constraint Disrupting Your Chemical Supply Chain

June 5, 2026

The Complete AI and Automation Start Up Guide for Fleet Owners

Don't know where to start with AI? Take the first steps with this handy guide.

April 30, 2026

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Digital Edition

Roundtable: Previewing 2027 heavy-duty tractors, NOx mandates, and PC-12 lubricants

Report: High diesel to squeeze tank truckers until summer 2027

Reports: US trailer orders surge ahead of 2027 cycle

States adopt reformed DataQs system for carrier safety

An ‘unconventional’ path: Inside ATA’s search for a new president

Trending

Report: High diesel to squeeze tank truckers until summer 2027

Reports: US trailer orders surge ahead of 2027 cycle

An ‘unconventional’ path: Inside ATA’s search for a new president

Fleet Management

Grote advances commercial vehicle fleet safety

Automated LNG custody transfer systems boost transparency

Motive unleashes proactive AI ‘Agents’

Report: Driveline cost spikes squeeze tank fleet budgets

Hazmat/Safety

Ultimate vindication: Intensive audit hones Usher’s winning Heil bid

From highway to headline: 3 legal risks for private fleets

Multi-state enforcement sweeps unqualified truckers

Professional pivoters: Rain can’t dampen G&D/Hoffman celebration

Green Trends

Roundtable: Equipment demand, rising costs, and tanker trends

Hyroad deploys mobile liquid hydrogen fueling station in SoCal

Oxon launches HyperStart to solve truck battery failures

Hoyer drives sustainable logistics with Swiss e-trucks

Technology

EBE launches interactive website, expands fleet lifecycle tools

Trimble brings browser-based AI architecture to Fuel Dispatch

Two options, one smart fleet: Drōv debuts AirBoxLite

Navigating the ‘transload gap’: How data is shaping bulk logistics

Regulations

ATA chairman talks tort reform with Rep. Kevin Hern

Tank Truck Week 2026 preview: The Oklahoma City edge

Gallery: Inside the evolving LBS operation

Carrier selection no longer a simple procurement decision

Equipment

V for versatility: Volvo’s VNX invigorates bulk operations

Reports: September Class 8 truck orders show resilience

Hendrickson debuts Softek steer axle for Peterbilt 567, 579

How leading bulk haulers manage wheel-end TCO

Media Galleries

Gallery: Inside G&D/Hoffman’s appreciatory extravaganza

Gallery: Inside Ridewell’s air ride suspension operations

Gallery: On scene at NTTC’s 2026 Annual Conference in Baltimore

Gallery: Inside Usher’s eight-decade family legacy

Learning Resources

The Right Partner Can Improve Capacity Constraints

The Complete AI and Automation Start Up Guide for Fleet Owners

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