The Latest
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Trucks, trailers, tonnage: What transport data says about the state of the industry
The Cass truckload index remained tight in February compared to recent months.
Updated March 14, 2024 -
Ryder sells $900M in corporate bonds
The notes for general corporate purposes mature in March 2027 and March 2029, according to the company.
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National Waste & Recycling Association to extend fleet safety program
NWRA and Together for Safer Roads are partnering to offer online training for companies with less than 100 trucks.
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UPS takes delivery of Kenworth’s first 15-liter, CNG-fueled truck
The semi-tractor’s reduced emissions engine contributes to the parcel giant’s strategy to be carbon neutral by 2050.
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What the trucking industry wants in its next FMCSA chief
The industry needs a partner in its next safety regulator who understands trucking and is willing to listen, ATA, OOIDA and TCA leaders told Trucking Dive.
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Trucking groups voice support for Werner in Texas nuclear verdict case
The carrier and trucking interests want to overturn a roughly $100 million verdict.
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Huck’s adds touchless payments for fleets
The convenience retailer is the latest to add this capability as it seeks to win over more business from corporate accounts and professional drivers.
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Deep Dive
Freight rates could rebound this year: experts
Carrier executives are beginning to show optimism for a rate recovery, which could spell rising costs for customers.
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TFI acquires LTL carrier Hercules Forwarding
The deal will bolster cross-border shipping capacity between the U.S. and Canada for TFI.
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US reviewing security of connected vehicles, including trucks
The proposed rulemaking aims to shield transportation from foreign national security threats.
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TA 2024 growth plans includes adding 1,600 new truck parking spaces
As the travel center chain opens its 300th location this week, parent company BP has outlined several additions to the brand coming this year.
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Total Distribution Inc. acquires Swafford Companies’ assets
The deal expands Total Distribution Inc.’s network in South Carolina.
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Nikola names new CFO
Thomas Okray brings a range of manufacturing and automotive experiences to the zero-emissions truck maker.
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‘Welcome news’: Parts and labor costs dip in Q4
A reduction in pricing pressures and the influx of more new trucks are lowering carriers’ parts costs, according to TMC and Decisiv.
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Carriers, individuals pledge $3.7M to Trucking Cares Foundation
More than three dozen companies and individuals each pledged $100,000 to the American Trucking Associations nonprofit over the next decade.
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FMCSA issues safety advisory for American Welding and Tank nurse tanks
Certain models are at risk for "catastrophic failure," with one recently rocketing over 300 feet from its original location, per an agency notice.
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ArcBest seeks to lower M&A vote threshold
ABF Freight's parent corporation wants to make it easier for shareholders to approve a merger or sale.
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Forward Air targets LTL growth following Omni acquisition
Favorable year-over-year volume improvement for the segment offers a promising outlook, according to interim CEO Michael Hance.
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RaceTrac adds fleet card to payment options
Adding the ability to use Fuelman cards is the latest enhancement the convenience retailer has made to its business.
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Veteran XPO driver navigates trucking’s daily challenges with ease
Steadman “Steve” Mitchell shared insights from his 30 years behind the wheel during a 15-mile delivery run to a prison commissary supplier and a luxury fitness club.
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IMC Logistics acquires American Pacific Transportation
The deal expands IMC’s West Coast drayage network, adding 500 trucks to the company’s California operations.
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Werner board member resigns over ESG disagreements
Vikram Mansharamani stepped down from his seat Feb. 27, according to his resignation letter.
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JB Hunt acquires Walmart’s intermodal assets
The purchase is part of a long-term deal that builds on a decades-long partnership between the freight and retail giants.
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Nikola delivers its first fuel cell electric trucks
The OEM delivered 35 in Q4 — and could have done more if not for supplier part constraints, CEO Steve Girsky said.
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RK Logistics buys On Time Trucking, expanding to East Coast
The deal bolsters the 3PL’s ability to store lithium-ion batteries, a growing business segment for the firm.