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California Gov. Gavin Newsom awarded a $1.5 million tax credit for a hydrogen fuel facility and a $800,000 credit to expand Port Hueneme’s logistics and supply chain infrastructure.

The manufacturer, known for its dominance in the step van segment, positioned the Kestrel as a versatile alternative for vocations ranging from last-mile delivery to emergency response.

The 1.2 million-square-foot park in Normal will allow the electric-vehicle maker to increase production at its plant in 2026, when it starts building its R2 model, said CEO RJ Scaringe.

The trucking industry’s anticipated pre-buy ahead of 2027 is taking a different shape as economic uncertainty, shifting regulations and tariffs cloud the market.

A repeal of the 12% federal truck excise tax for new trucks would not only cut costs for truckers, it could benefit the environment and safety, according to new research by the American Transportation Research Institute.

Stellantis is bringing a cheaper version of its Michigan-made Ram pickup truck to the U.S. market in a bid to bolster sales and minimize its tariff bill.

Windrose expects to begin assembly of its R700 Class 8 battery-electric tractors in Huntington Beach, Calif., by July 4, the truck manufacturer’s CEO said.

Hydrogen fuel cells are emerging as a viable alternative to diesel in many use cases, including longhaul applications that need more range than battery-electric vehicles offer. 

Speakers agreed that biodiesel, renewable diesel, renewable natural gas, hydrogen and battery-electric are all important to reducing emissions.