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ModerateSep 11, 2026Volvo's 'Lock and Leave' Update System Cuts Fleet Downtime
Volvo Trucks has completed a regional rollout of its 'lock and leave' software update capability, enabling drivers to initiate vehicle software updates during scheduled breaks or overnight stops witho
FreightWaves#fleet-technology#over-the-air-updates#vehicle-uptime
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactSep 4, 2026Automakers Push Congress for Permanent Chinese Vehicle Ban
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing the majority of automakers selling in the U.S., has escalated pressure on Congress to enact a permanent ban on Chinese connected vehicles, hardware
The Loadstar#chinese-vehicles-ban#trade-policy#automotive-supply-chain
Technology & Innovation
High ImpactAug 13, 2026Volvo's OTA Updates Cut Fleet Downtime 24%, Save $60M
Volvo Trucks has achieved a transformative operational shift by deploying unattended over-the-air (OTA) software updates across its 200,000-truck North American fleet, raising compliance rates from 25
FreightWaves#ota-updates#fleet-optimization#predictive-maintenance