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Firefighters across the U.S. are calling for an antitrust investigation into the fire truck manufacturing industry, citing rising prices and long wait times as threats to public safety. Prices for fire trucks have doubled over the past decade, with some cities waiting up to four years for new vehicles. Union leaders argue that industry consolidation has limited competition and left departments vulnerable during emergencies. Manufacturers attribute the delays and costs to supply chain issues, inflation, and high demand since the pandemic.