Equipment & Supplies News & Media

Texas lawmaker seeks to pause Food Truck Freedom Act to address fee concerns

May 12, 2026

The Food Truck Freedom Act was passed to help food trucks by providing one Texas license that could be used in any locality. However, local food truck…

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From scribbles to savings: Why precision labeling is the new profit protector

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Star Micronics is showcasing its versatile mC-Label series at the National Restaurant Association Show this weekend, highlighting how high-precision labeling…

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Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls intros food truck

May 11, 2026

Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls, a brick-and-mortar lobster chain, opened its first food truck. Based in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, the truck will travel to events…

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Milwaukee Council cuts back on food truck operating hours

May 4, 2026

The Milwaukee Common Council unanimously approved a change to food truck rules. It requires food trucks in downtown to close by 10 p.m., down from a previous…

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Buffalo, New York to open up Food Truck Tuesday

April 29, 2026

Buffalo, New York, announced Food Truck Tuesday, which will run in Larkin Square starting on June 2. This is the 13th annual season for the event, which will…

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Las Vegas to get food truck park in Arts District

April 20, 2026

The Arts District Food Park will be coming to Las Vegas. At 7,000 square feet, it will provide space for up to 10 food trucks, according to a report by News …

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LeClaire, Iowa to host Food Truck Fridays

April 17, 2026

LeClaire, Iowa, announced that Food Truck Fridays are returning to its downtown area. The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. each Friday until Oct. 23, according…

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The truck decision most food truck operators make too late

by Daniel Fletcher — Commercial Truck Sales Consultant, Fyda Freightliner

Sometimes buying used saves time. Other times: not so much. Whether buying used or ordering new, the truck conversation needs to happen at the very beginning…

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Proposed St. Louis bill to simplify food truck rules

April 10, 2026

A proposed bill in St. Louis would help improve food truck operations in the city, such as by expanding food truck zones and simplifying requirements…

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Texas intros food truck permit

April 10, 2026

Texas is improving business operations for food trucks with a statewide license change set to take place on July 1. House Bill 2844 will create one permit that…

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Food Truck Fridays coming to Hardin County, Kentucky

April 8, 2026

Food Truck Fridays is returning to Hardin County, Kentucky. They will be held at Optimist Park at Vine Grove, Kentucky, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., according to a…

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Mandeville Food Truck Festival coming to Louisiana

April 3, 2026

The Mandeville Food Truck Festival is returning for the 5th consecutive year in Mandeville, Louisiana. The event will be held on May 9 from 4 to 8 p.m.…

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Peoria, Illinois votes to waive all food truck fees

April 1, 2026

The Peoria, Illinois City Council voted to waive fees for food trucks and mobile carts for licenses in 2026. This is part of an effort to bring more cuisine…

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Gas prices impacting food trucks

March 25, 2026

Gas prices are starting to impact food trucks, especially in Arkansas. Some owners are adjusting to the prices by not moving their trucks as much as before…

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Jacksonville, North Carolina repeals food truck ordinance after legal battle

March 23, 2026

The Jacksonville, North Carolina City Council has voted to repeal three parts of its food truck ordinance, which was the cause of a three-year lawsuit between…

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Coldwater, Michigan adjusts fire codes for food trucks

March 20, 2026

The Coldwater City Council in Michigan passed two ordinances to ensure food trucks are compliant with fire codes. The ordinance allows the Coldwater Fire…

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What's the best, worst parts about being a food truck operator?

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media

Seven food truck operators share what they love the most, and the least, about their line of work.

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Gate City, Virginia considers food truck placement

March 9, 2026

Gate City, Virginia's Town Council recently discussed how to handle food truck placement in the community. They have been dealing with this issue since last…

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Alabama advances bill to simplify food truck inspections

March 3, 2026

A committee in the Alabama house has advanced legislation that would require food trucks to get an inspection from the state which would work in all…

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Talkin' Tacos opens drive-thru location in Miami Springs

March 2, 2026

Talkin' Tacos, a food truck and fast casual chain based in Florida with 34 brick and mortar locations, has opened its first drive-thru location in Miami…

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