Trucking

Radiant Logistics reported better-than-expected results for its fiscal third quarter ended March 31.

On Monday, the FMCSA revoked eight electronic logging devices tied to Gorilla Fleet Safety LLC, citing failure to meet federal technical standards. Fleets now face a 60-day deadline to replace noncompliant systems or risk violations.

An industry group tells DOT that the future is now when it comes to deploying autonomous trucks.

Freight Technologies Inc. has purchased $2 million worth of President Donald Trump’s official cryptocurrency to advocate for US-Mexico trade.

Motive is fighting a post-trial motion by Omnitracs that claims Motive used prejudiced religious and racial insinuations to convince a federal jury it did not commit copyright infringement.

The U.S. Postal Service continues to face challenges erasing its losses.

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s International Roadcheck is here once again, and carriers across North America need to prepare for this annual three-day inspection blitz. With thousands of roadside inspections scheduled for May 13-15, motor carriers and drivers should understand what to expect in order to avoid costly violations and out-of-service orders. What is Roadcheck? […]

President Trump’s instinct to place the U.S. Postal Service under the direct control of the White House is correct and would allow the agency to be reformed without interference from oversight bodies that have outlived their usefulness, says commentator Satish Jindel.

Critics of the reinstatement of English language proficiency out-of-service violations argue that the directive is more political than practical and risks diverting attention from more pressing safety issues on U.S. highways.

State and federal officials are looking at ways to close loopholes and tighten regulations that govern how non-U.S. truck drivers gain the right to operate within the U.S.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Businesses face supply chain hurdles amid Trump’s tariffs; Japanese auto parts maker announces $19M expansion in Mexico; Aerospace manufacturer opens $7M plant in Chihuahua City; and Radiant Logistics acquires Texas freight forwarder.

Texas law enforcement, faced with a sharp increase in the number of truckers who had the Mexican equivalent of a U.S. CDL, used an informal geography test to learn that many of those individuals were from Honduras, Guatemala or other nations.

C.H. Robinson CFO Damon Lee sat down with FreightWaves to discuss the company’s turnaround.

The U.S. Postal Service’s board of governors on Friday named David Steiner as the next postmaster general, but the choice isn’t official yet. News reports say he was first approved by President Trump.

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by William Doyle; Lindsey Trent

OEMs Peterbilt and Kenworth recently announced the release of a broad range of zero-emission vehicles at ACT Expo. Kalmar and Forterra have announced an autonomous terminal tractor.

DHL’s supply chain unit says it plans to close a distribution center in Ontario, California.

There is no easy fix: Enhancing trucking safety and driver competence, as well as combating CDL fraud, will take an all-hands-on-deck effort at every level of government.

Hub Group posted an 8% year-over-year decrease in total revenue in the first quarter, to $915.2 million.

An agreement California has reached with Nebraska and 15 other states is another nail in the coffin of the Golden State’s Advanced Clean Fleets rule.

Recent Q1 data released by U.S. Bank as part of its Freight Payment Index painted a mixed picture of the national truck freight market, characterized by persistent declines alongside emerging signs of recovery.

GXO Logistics said the company’s flexibility helped propel revenue to $3 billion in the first quarter.

One of President Trump’s favorite political organizations is pushing his administration to make it easier to grant waivers and exemptions for small trucking companies.

President Donald Trump’s trade agreement with the UK aims to increase access for products from both countries.

Proficient Auto Logistics’ earnings were weak, but it came in a quarter of extreme volatility.

With so many fingers pointed at so many targets, the Q1 GDP data must have been an absolute disaster, right? Well, no.

Illegal work by B-1 visa truck drivers does serious harm to the U.S. trucking industry, stakeholders said.

Forward Air’s first-quarter update provides investors with little insight into an ongoing strategic review of the company.

GXO Logistics’ first-quarter revenue increased 21% year over year to $3 billion.

Trimble posted an 11.8% year-over-year decline in first-quarter revenue at $840 million.

There was barely a mention of Uber Freight in the parent company’s first-quarter earnings call or statement.

Activist investor Ancora Holdings Group is asking Forward Air’s shareholders to vote against three board members at the upcoming annual meeting.

RXO management tried to accentuate the positive even in a quarter that was unprofitable for the 3PL.

When a company undergoes rapid expansion through acquisitions, the resulting operational complexity can be daunting. Meridian Adhesives, a chemical manufacturer, faced this challenge head-on after bringing together 12 diverse manufacturers of glues, adhesives and sealants. The company’s journey from fragmented freight operations to a unified, efficient system offers valuable insights for businesses grappling with similar […]

The U.S. Postal Service board of governors is set to vote soon on a FedEx official to lead the agency, according to a newspaper report.

The first look at RXO’s earnings, which were in the red on an operating and net income basis.

Kansas-based Kalmar Ottawa recently announced the Kalmar Ottawa AutoTT, an autonomous terminal tractor designed to operate in distribution centers, container terminals and industrial yards.

More scrutiny of truck drivers and fraudulent CDLs could have operational and cost implications for trucking companies.

A Detroit-based grocery-hauling company with over 300 trucks has filed for bankruptcy alongside several partner companies.

The U.S. Department of Transportation is getting conflicting advice from trucking’s biggest lobbying groups over whether ELDs should remain a requirement for tracking driver hours.

Transportation metrics were mixed in April, according to the Logistics Managers’ Index.

DHL has targeted e-commerce logistics as a primary growth area. On Tuesday, it acquired Indiana-based specialist IDS Fulfillment.

Returning bidder Saia headlines a list of mostly newcomers vying for Yellow’s terminals.

Expeditors’ earnings show how it benefited from tariff-related chaos in the first quarter.

Two recent developments on independent contractor law are headed in different directions.

Kenworth recently announced a major update to its electric vehicle lineup at ACT Expo in Anaheim, California.

The FMCSA would be a more efficient regulator if it changed the definition of “commercial motor vehicle,” a group representing small carriers asserts.

Chattanooga, Tennessee-based Kenco said Monday it has acquired the 3PL arm of Ontario, Canada-based company Drexel Industries.

Amazon is investing heavily in rural last-mile delivery as a hedge against Walmart, a prominent analyst says.

Bulk liquid hauler Premier Bulk Systems has acquired Canadian peer Longhorn Transportation.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Reshoring dipped across North America in 2024, report says; Unilever to invest $1.5B to expand in Mexico; Supply chain software provider opens office in Houston; and Border agents seize $1M in cocaine from truck at Texas bridge.

Truck Tech went on location to dive into one of the largest events focused on advanced technology in the commercial vehicle industry.

Forward Air is seeking shareholder approval to reincorporate in Delaware, where it may be easier to sell the company or seek other strategic alternatives.

A group of owner-operators won a more than $10.4 million judgment in a class-action suit against a carrier that a federal court found underpaid the drivers by underreporting part of its gross revenues.

An area internet outage on Friday temporarily disrupted trucking operations at Port Houston’s two public container terminals.

A potential drop in trucking capacity may be coming starting June 25 after CVSA voted to place drivers who violate English proficiency regulations out of service.

OOIDA report challenges driver shortage narrative, argues turnover is the issue

Warehousing and storage jobs were the bright spot in March as inventories swelled.

DHL Group is trimming some airline partners to reduce excess capacity in its air network as part of an effort to maintain growth in a turbulent market.

Amazon officials said on Thursday tariffs are creating uncertainty for global online retailers.

More than 1,800 layoffs since the beginning of April are tied to the manufacturing, distribution and freight sectors.

Schneider National is still targeting 2025 as a growth year but not likely as robust as hoped due to trade uncertainty.

Fixing the Highway Trust Fund is a priority for the trucking industry – but not by charging trucks based on routes and weights, say owner-operators.

Balkan Express and its affiliate brokerage filed for Chapter 11 protection citing debts of $25 million.

Schneider National posted a rare earnings beat in what was a tough quarter for transportation companies.

The U.S. House of Representatives voted Wednesday to revoke two trucking-related Environmental Protection Agency waivers granted to California.

It’s been a year since a turnaround at C.H. Robinson was evident in its earnings, and the first quarter did not disappoint this year.

Penske Logistics plans to lay off 337 warehouse and other workers in Missouri due to the loss of a contract.

C.H. Robinson saw less first-quarter revenue than it did a year ago, but it made more money.

New research details potential safety, financial and environmental benefits of repealing the 12% excise tax on new trucks.

Less-than-truckload carrier XPO reiterated its outlook for margin improvement in 2025 even if the economy doesn’t cooperate.

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Capt. Adil Ashiq; David Bell; and a word from Craig Fuller

FreightWaves sat down with Ryan Miller and Daniel Vega of Reliance Partners to talk about the crucial steps that any driver and fleet manager should take after an accident.

Equipment manufacturer Wabash saw its already-falling stock decline more after it released earnings on Wednesday.

Freight carriers are pressuring Congress and the Trump administration to address the rise in “strategic” cargo theft.

Lineage Inc. had revenue of $1.29 billion and earnings per share of 86 cents in the first quarter.

Supply chain businesses ranging from rail to trucking to warehousing saw layoffs and bankruptcies throughout April, as tariffs and other economic factors slam freight markets.

Less-than-truckload carrier XPO is one of the few transportation companies to report better-than-expected results for the first quarter.

Werner CEO Derek Leathers held court with analysts on a quarter that was historic, but not in a good way.

Werner Enterprises posted a net loss for the first quarter.

ArcBest said it’s still seeing a rational less-than-truckload pricing environment and expects a normal seasonal uptick in demand during the second quarter.

The Trump administration said on Tuesday it plans to curb some tariffs on cars and foreign parts imported to the U.S.

Part of Interstate 5 was closed hours after a semi struck a barrier in Tacoma, Washington, on Tuesday. The truck driver was killed in the crash, and authorities are investigating the cause.

ArcBest reported a miss for the first quarter as it balances keeping its network full with finding decently margined freight.

Two more men were charged with the murder of a cooperating witness in the Louisiana staged accident scam.

President Trump signed an executive order on Monday requiring that truck drivers speak and read English or risk being taken off the road.

Kingsley Trucking ceased operations on Thursday after a Canadian court placed the 46-year-old carrier into receivership.

Broker Landstar System has delayed its first-quarter report as it further investigates what it says was fraud tied to an independent agent working under its freight forwarding operation.

WorkHound, which takes in mostly driver feedback and sends it to their employers, has been sold.

A federal jury has ruled that AI-powered technology made by Motive does not infringe on any of Omnitracs’ patents.

Global logistics company Ceva plans to purchase Borusan Tedarik, a 3PL in Turkey, for $400 million.

Importers bringing goods into the U.S. were improperly declaring imports that racked up $310 million in fees.

Saia’s shares are getting punished as the company’s ambitious growth efforts have been derailed by a trade war.

A Washington high school failed to convince federal regulators of the benefits of altering the training rules for teenage truck drivers.

S&P Global is making a multistep deal with Orbcomm, taking a stake in it and buying a maritime offering.

Trucking’s lead safety agency has been failing to properly monitor billions of dollars in taxpayer money aimed at preventing crashes, according to a government watchdog.

Universal Logistics Holdings’ first-quarter revenue decreased 22.3% year over year to $382.4 million.

Less-than-truckload carrier Saia’s first quarter was much worse than analysts feared.

Universal Logistics Holdings reported a 22% decrease in revenue and an 88% drop in earnings per share in the first quarter.

Despite numbers that continue to sink, TFI CEO Alain Bedard was mostly positive about the outlook for TForce.