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vehicles
Logistics Indiana truck inspections sideline more than 1,100 drivers and vehicles in July enforcement push
Indiana State Police conducted 4,703 commercial vehicle inspections from June 15 through July 15, placing 1,172 drivers and vehicles out of service. The push included multistate operations targeting unsafe driving, driver qualifications, and fraudulent CDL practices along Midwest freight corridors.
Logistics Truck enforcement sweeps sideline 30 drivers, 49 vehicles across US, Canada
Truck enforcement sweeps across Arizona, Nebraska, New York and British Columbia sidelined 30 drivers and 49 vehicles, according to FreightWaves. The operations produced hundreds of violations and out-of-service orders, tightening capacity on major truck corridors.
Logistics Truck Enforcement Sweeps Hit 32 Drivers, 45 Vehicles Across US
Recent commercial vehicle enforcement operations across eight U.S. states placed at least 32 truck drivers and 45 vehicles out of service, according to FreightWaves. Operations in Massachusetts-Rhode Island, Arizona, Colorado, Missouri and Texas produced hundreds of violations and over $16,000 in fines.
Technology Aurora Races Toward Scale with New Driverless Hardware, Removing Last Observer
Aurora Innovation launched its second-generation autonomous truck hardware, designed for a 1-million-mile life and volume production. The new fleet operates without any human observer, deployed across 10 Sun Belt routes. Manufacturing partner Roush targets 1,000 trucks per year by year-end, and one customer plans to purchase 500 Aurora-powered trucks.
Manufacturing Kharif sowing drives Indian tractor sales past one lakh units in June 2026
India's tractor retail sales crossed the one-lakh-unit mark in June 2026, rising 25.3% year-on-year to 100,818 units, according to FADA. Mahindra & Mahindra, including its Swaraj brand, captured a combined 42.84% market share. Demand was boosted by kharif sowing preparations, improved farmer cash flow, and state subsidies in Odisha and Gujarat.
Manufacturing India's Flex-Fuel Revolution: Maruti Suzuki Leads with Wagon R
India is advancing its flex-fuel vehicle initiative with Maruti Suzuki's launch of the Wagon R flex-fuel model. This move supports national goals of reducing crude oil imports and carbon emissions, while boosting rural economies.
Manufacturing India's First Flex-Fuel Vehicle: A New Era in Automotive Manufacturing
India has launched its first flex-fuel passenger vehicle by Maruti Suzuki, marking a significant step in the country's energy transition. The initiative is expected to reduce emissions and crude oil imports, while boosting rural energy security and employment.
Trade India Approves Rs 39,290 Crore Infrastructure Package
India's Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 39,290 crore package to enhance aviation, highway infrastructure, and transport modernization. Key projects include a Rs 10,000 crore ATF Price Stabilisation Fund and a Rs 8,301 crore coastal highway project.
Logistics Tax Strategies: Own or Lease Your Truck?
Understanding the tax implications of owning versus leasing a truck can significantly impact logistics operations. Key tax provisions like Section 179 allow for substantial deductions, influencing the decision-making process for freight operators.