The Latest
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Trucks, trailers, tonnage: What transport data says about the state of the industry
Dry van rates are falling faster in January 2023 compared to previous years.
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FMCSA seeks input on AV safety documentation
The agency is weighing whether further federal rules are warranted as the Department of Transportation pushes to reduce vehicle-related fatalities.
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Old Dominion CEO to retire
Kevin “Marty” Freeman will succeed Greg Gantt as the LTL carrier's next president and chief executive.
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California trucking groups ask ports for single appointments system
A unified platform would lower costs and boost efficiency for drayage providers and container terminals, trucking associations in the state said.
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Labor woes expected to persist for trucking fleets in 2023
Industry leaders weigh how to address an aging workforce as labor laws threaten the owner-operator model.
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LTL is Knight-Swift’s top M&A priority, CEO says
“We remain very interested and, I would say, very active in the M&A world,” the executive told investors.
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Estes Express Lines president shares plans for trucking company’s future
Webb Estes, the family's fourth generation of leadership, outlined his approach in an interview with Transport Dive.
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Muted peak season hits Knight-Swift’s Q4 earnings
Subdued spot opportunities and decreased freight demand contributed to losses, particularly in the truckload segment.
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Tesla plans its first high-volume semi-truck factory
The news comes after the EV maker delivered an order of semis to Pepsi in December.
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Uber Freight, other carriers train drivers to spot signs of human trafficking
Fleets are continuing their work with Truckers Against Trafficking, which has now trained over 1.5 million drivers.
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Filling the Driver's Seat
With drivers scarce, Bob’s Discount Furniture focused on retention
The furniture retailer's pandemic-era playbook might offer a solution for other companies as demand ebbs.
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RE Garrison Trucking grows produce industry services through new acquisition
Boaty’s Transport founder Michael Boatwright is retiring as part of a transition that will keep the brand intact.
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OEMs poised for improvement in 2023
Supply chain disruptions are becoming less severe, but Volvo Trucks North America and analysts still note continuing risks.
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DOT provides $29.4M to repair California roads damaged by floods
The money will support efforts by the state transportation department and four federal agencies to fix highways, bridges and other infrastructure.
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Lag times, labor shortfalls and leasing: What’s affecting waste fleet management in 2023
Some supply chain snags that made it harder to procure trucks and parts could ease, but skilled maintenance workers are still in high demand.
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Yellow reached goal of 1,000 driving academy graduates in 2022
The carrier’s workforce strategy is built on its privately operated academies, which are located in more than a dozen states.
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JB Hunt pays nearly $9M in appreciation bonuses
The payout marks the second consecutive year drivers, maintenance technicians and full-time hourly employees will get extra cash.
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US Xpress names new president of dedicated
Julie Van de Kamp takes on the role, continuing a more than 15-year tenure with the carrier.
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JB Hunt forecasts intermodal rebound in 2023
Intermodal President Darren Field told investors that “appropriately cautious” shippers want the carrier and its rail partner BNSF to prove they can achieve their service and velocity goals.
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Tracker
Trucking conferences to watch in 2023
Trucking professionals have a host of conference options to choose from this year.
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RoadOne expands Southwest presence with new acquisition
The purchase of Texas-based The Transporter Inc. is one of several M&A deals the company has closed since 2021 as it continues its rapid shopping spree.
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Estes opens 200-door LTL terminal in Texas
The 200,000-square-foot facility, the largest in the carrier’s network, has a five-bay shop and 15,000 square feet for offices.
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Bay & Bay brings in new president, touts executive’s safety track record
Lisa Gonnerman has over 30 years industry experience and is recognized for her safety work at companies such as Ruan.
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Q&A
Why Trimble spent $2B on a European logistics firm
Improved technology and a larger customer base are among the benefits of the deal, experts said.
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Walmart offers driver training to workers in 400-plus stores, distribution centers
The internal recruitment program is expanding from two training center locations to seven.