Explore how trucking fleets can deal with shifting emissions regulations and plan for adoption of zero-emission trucks as HDT's Deborah Lockridge talks to Lacy Robertson, Director of Sustainability Solutions & Public Policy with Rush Enterprises. Sponsored by: CAT Scale Apollo Tires In This Episode: Meet the Expert: Lacy Robertson Navigating Complex Emissions Regulatory Landscapes How CARB Regulations Affect Fleets and Dealers California's Advanced Clean Truck regulations Strategies for Managing Regulatory Uncertainty The Shift to Electric Vehicles The Role of Incentives and Grants Leasing vs. Buying in Uncertain Times Final Advice for Trucking Fleets

Helping lawmakers and regulators understand the trucking industry is vital on important topics ranging from electric trucks to independent contractor misclassification. David Heller with the Truckload Carriers Association recently spoke to HDT's Deborah Lockridge about the group's annual Call on Washington. Here are the highlights in this Short Takes version of HDT Talks Trucking.

How are truck makers using artificial intelligence to change how fleets keep their trucks on the road and generating revenue? To learn more, HDT executive editor Jack Roberts sat down with Volvo Trucks North America connectivity expert Magnus Gustafson at the recent American Trucking Associations' Management Conference and Exhibition for this episode of HDT Talks Trucking. Sponsored by: CAT Scale & Apollo Tire Learn More About AI and Predictive Maintenance: Volvo Trucks Debuts AI-Enabled Blue Service Contract at ATA What Smarter Computers and AI Mean for Predictive Maintenance Understanding AI in Trucking In this Episode, You'll Learn About: AI's Role in Truck Maintenance How Volvo is Applying AI to Predictive Maintenance  Maximizing Uptime and Reducing Costs Maintenance Based on Truck Usage  Difference Between Preventive and Predictive Maintenance  How Volvo’s Fleet Management Process Works AI as an Aid, Not a Replacement  Future Potential for AI in Trucking Using Data to Improve Truck Specs and Performance

Get a peek at some technology that may soon make its way into the trucks you buy as HDT's Jack Roberts shares insights from the big IAA commercial vehicle show in Europe. Sponsored by: CAT Scale and Apollo Tires On this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, HDT’s Deborah Lockridge and Jack Roberts talk about the biggest trends from around the globe showcased at IAA. Learn More: ZF Debuts Hybrid Truck Transmission at IAA A Zeppelin's-Eye View of IAA 2024 [Photos] PepsiCo Looks to Scale Tesla Semi EV Operations Beyond California Mahle Showcases ZEV Innovations at IAA 2024 🤝 Follow and connect with HDT on social media! Twitter (X) FacebookLinkedIn

Just how far will Foodliner stretch its oil drain intervals? Can Roehl Transport master artificial intelligence? Meet two of HDT's Truck Fleet Innovators on this episode of HDT Talks Trucking. Sponsored by CAT Scale HDT’s Deborah Lockridge talks to two HDT Truck Fleet Innovators, Kyle Neumann of Foodliner and John Paape of Roehl Transport, during Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange. In This Episode: Kyle Neumann's trailer innovations at Foodliner Foodliner's extended oil drain intervals How Neumann fosters innovation at Foodliner John Paape and Roehl Transport's custom IT The importance of partnerships in innovation AI and the importance of clean data  What's next for Roehl?

Why aren't trucks as safe as airplanes? Should motor carriers be required to carry more insurance? On this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, Deborah Lockridge talks to Lane Kidd of The Trucking Alliance about an essay he wrote on trucking's duty to public safety. This episode sponsored by CAT Scale In this episode: Can you compare trucking's safety record to the airline industry's? The Trucking Alliance’s ambitious goal to eliminate truck crash fatalities. Emerging technology advancements like autonomous trucks and collision mitigation systems Raising minimum insurance requirements for motor carriers — pros and cons The problem with so few motor carriers having safety ratings from FMCSA If victims of truck crashes were adequately compensated, would litigation drop? 🤝 Follow and connect with HDT on social media! Twitter/X Facebook LinkedIn

When is trucking going to climb back up the back side of the latest cycle? How can trucking fleets do a better job of preparing for these ups and downs? On this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, HDT’s Deborah Lockridge talks to Brian Holland, president and CEO of Fleet Advantage, for a mid-year look at the state of the economy and the trucking industry — and some advice on making fleet purchasing decisions based on data and total cost of ownership. In this episode of HDT Talks Trucking: Are we at the bottom of the freight cycle? What fleets need to look at to be better prepared to deal with freight cycles Have private fleets fared better than for-hire fleets? When are things going to get better? Preparing for upcoming emissions regulations and sustainability strategies The importance of a long-term strategy for fleet equipment procurement What about a pre-buy before those emissions regs kick in? The role of data in smart fleet procurement Artificial intelligence and trucking

The infrastructure needed to support California's hydrogen economy is not going to sprout up from the ground by itself. Calstart is supporting that growth through programs like Zero-Emission Commercial Vehicles (EnergIIZE) Hydrogen funding lane. The program is intended to support ydrogen medium- and heavy-duty as well as offroad vehicle infrastructure.  Kelly Ratchinsky, Calstart's technical project manager for hydrogen infrastructure, shares her insights with HDT equipment editor, Jim Park. Ratchinsky outlines what she envisions the future of the medium- and heavy-duty transportation industry will look like using hydrogen powered vehicles.  🏫 More About Calstart's hydrogen infrastructure funding initiatives: Calstart homepage Calstart's funding finder tool Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project | California HVIP EnergIIZE EnergIIZE homepage.

Learn what the Next Generation in Trucking Association is doing to bring more drivers and technicians into trucking as a first career choice.   One of the biggest challenges trucking fleets face is finding good drivers and diesel technicians. For various reasons, from regulations to insurance to a lack of awareness of trucking-related careers, it’s often a second career choice rather than one young people might pursue right out of high school. On this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, HDT’s Deborah Lockridge talks to Lindsey Trent, president and co-founder of the Next Generation in Trucking Association, about how her group is working to change that. Learn More About Bringing Younger People Into Trucking  Younger Driver Pilot Program Drops 2 Controversial Requirements HDT Talks Trucking: Inside a High School Truck Driver Training Program 3 Things That Attract Younger Truck Drivers to a Fleet 6 Practices to Recruit Younger Truck Drivers High School Teacher Honored for Truck-Driving Curriculum

Hydrogen is widely thought of as the ideal energy source for long-haul trucking. It will take trucks places batteries can only dream of today. Renewable sources of hydrogen promise carbon-free, zero-emissions energy for trucking. We seem to be on the cusp of a new era; truly clean, green trucking. Or are we? Dr. David Cebon has very strong opinions on the use of hydrogen as a heavy-truck energy source. He doesn’t think it will work, and he backs his position with science and economics. David is a professor of mechanical engineering at Cambridge University in England and a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering.  🏫 More About Clean Hydrogen Estimating the Carbon Footprint of Hydrogen Production, by Robert Rapier How Clean is Hydrogen, Actually? With Prof. David Cebon Hydrogen or Electron Economy?