Adoption of EVs and freight automation in trucking has been uneven, shaped by hype, lawsuits, and bankruptcies. With the $7,500 federal tax credit gone, demand has softened; Ford CEO Jim Farley projects EV market share could fall to 4%–5% by late 2025, and Stellantis has halted development of the all-electric Ram 1500 amid waning interest.

But momentum is building: some OEMs are recommitting to EV trucks, and Ford is investing in a Uniform Platform for smaller EVs. Battery-electric earthmovers are also advancing—particularly in California, where incentives persist. As you dive into this issue to learn more, we wish you happy holidays and a wonderful New Year. 

—Theresa Houck, Senior Editor