Trucking

DHL views the role of AI in innovation as crucial to long-term success and development in life science and health care logistics.

In this edition: Breaking down Americold earnings, Maersk upgrades IoT devices and frozen food marketing takes a social turn.

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.

It takes work to land shippers as a small carrier, but a few small changes can mean the difference between winning and losing freight.

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.

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.

Roehl Transport wins the American Trucking Associations’ President’s Award for the fifth time, cementing the company’s reputation as the gold standard in truckload carrier safety.

Commercial insurance rates have ballooned over the last few years. Small carriers can use some techniques to reduce their costs.

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

With CVSA’s International Roadcheck around the corner, thousands of inspectors will be out in force, and if you’re not ready, your truck could be the one parked roadside with an out-of-service sticker. This guide breaks down what a Level 1 inspection really involves.

AB5 has redrawn the line between independent contractor and employee in California, sending shockwaves through lease-on models and forcing many drivers to get their own authority, but what happens when those new authorities consider brokering freight? This breakdown simplifies what AB5 means for fleets, when broker bonds are required, and why double brokering, ghost MCs, and improper authority setups can cost more than just your load, they can cost your entire business.

Independent Contractor Fight Reignites — DOL Backs Off Biden-Era Rule for Now The U.S. Department of Labor just announced a major shift: It’s officially putting the brakes on enforcing the 2024 Biden-era independent contractor rule — at least for now. In a memo sent May 1 by acting Wage and Hour Administrator Donald Harrison III, […]

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

President Donald Trump said Tuesday there’s nothing Canada’s prime minister could say to immediately eliminate trade tariffs imposed on Canadian goods.

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

Non-domiciled CDL holders are just a small sliver of a bigger issue with how CDLs are issued and regulated.

For small carriers, you have to have a solid strategy to win freight directly from shippers. Here are the steps to make it happen.

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

Managers walk a fine line between tracking performance and stepping on toes.

Fraudulent CDL holders, improper training programs and language barriers are only a scratch on the surface of the systemic problems with the way commercial vehicles are licensed in the U.S.

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.

David Bell, founder and CEO of CloneOps.ai, discusses how his decades of experience in the logistics industry enabled him and his team to build an AI voice agent with exactly the kinds of robust features that transportation businesses need.

New Federal Push on CDL Enforcement Targets a Growing Concern Last week, the White House issued a formal directive aimed at cracking down on what it calls “commonsense violations” in commercial driver licensing. The Executive Order, signed on April 24, sets the stage for stricter federal oversight of state licensing practices — particularly focusing on […]

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

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

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

With over 80 locations and counting, Southern Tire Mart at Pilot is rapidly growing its presence to serve more drivers and fleets. For both fleet managers and owner-operators, the growth of this network represents a valuable opportunity to streamline maintenance operations and reduce downtime.

Small carriers pay attention: the dip in rates is consequential for you.

The jump from leased-on driver to running under your own authority feels easy when you’re frustrated with your current situation. You start thinking, “Man, if I’m doing all the work, why am I giving up 20%, 30%, even 40% of the money?” And you’re not wrong to feel that way. But emotion doesn’t pay for […]

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.

Penske, US Xpress, UPS, and more are in already planning workforce reductions.

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

The company’s autonomous freight service, operating without a human driver onboard, is now making regular deliveries between Dallas and Houston.

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

How do you get from running your truck to running your business? Find out in this Roadmap Snapshot.

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.

Brittany Traylor was a light in the trucking industry; she is remembered by friends and honored by those who she knew.

Elizabeth Simpkins, National Underwriting Officer for Inland Marine Specialized Risk for Travelers Insurance, sat down with FreightWaves’ Timothy Dooner on the March 31 episode of What the Truck?!? to discuss the rising success of women in trucking and what factors have led to this trend.

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

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably got one truck that’s doing okay—or maybe just surviving—and you’re thinking: “Is it time to grow?” “Should I get another truck?” “Can I afford to scale, or am I just chasing the dream too fast?” Let me say this up front. The worst time to add a second truck […]

Two new executive orders refocus attention on English language requirements for truck drivers, reviving enforcement protocols that have existed since 1937. Industry voices say training, licensing and real-world risk management are essential priorities beyond language rules.

Meet Bubba, the AI-powered voice assistant designed specifically for drivers. Bubba finds loads, negotiates rates, vets brokers and manages documents while protecting drivers’ profits and time. After decades of everyone but drivers using AI, Bubba finally brings real-world driver-first solutions that let you stay focused on the road while maximizing your margins. Learn why Bubba might just be the smartest, toughest, “Say no to Cheap Freight” dispatcher you’ll ever have.

Trump signs executive order mandating that all commercial truck drivers be proficient in English and the slowdown in imports is expected to show up in US ports this week.

At Motive’s Vision 25 Summit, fleet leaders saw firsthand how AI-powered tools can transform safety, efficiency and driver culture. With new AI features like Motive AI Coach, real-time fatigue detection, fraud prevention and natural language analytics, Motive emphasized that technology should serve, not replace the people behind the wheel. Real-world success stories and a major courtroom win against Omnitracs reinforced that Motive’s future isn’t just built on innovation, but on trust, transparency and tangible results for fleets ready to lead the next era of trucking.

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

Tariffs can take a toll on the bottom line. Bonded warehouses help combat that.

Apollo Global Management has a grim warning for the trucking industry: a recession is coming and mass layoffs will come with it.

This week in Borderlands: ILS boosts cross-border freight with Arizona facility; British wire harness maker plans new facility in Mexico; RK Logistics adds free trade zone warehouse space; and Texas border agents discover $8M worth of meth in shipment from Mexico.

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

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

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

Covenant Logistics Group said economic uncertainties may push back freight market improvements.

Covenant Logistics Group’s first-quarter revenue declined 3% year over year to $269.4 million.

Nuvocargo has acquired South Carolina-based Merge Transportation, a 3PL offering transportation solutions across the U.S.

Tesla had revenue of $19.3 billion and earnings of 27 cents per share in the first quarter.

Daimler Truck North America is delivering its latest flagship on-highway trucks to the autonomous testing fleet of Torc Robotics, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck. The trucks are based on the recently unveiled fifth-generation Freightliner Cascadia.

Key strategies for combating fraud involve certificates of insurance for supply chain partners. 

Citing tariffs and other factors, Volvo Trucks layoffs could total 1,000 manufacturing jobs across US

Capacity management and transaction AI are two ways that Parade is helping brokers streamline carrier sales and daily operations.

This week in Borderlands: Source Logistics eyes rising US demand for Hispanic brands; South Korean automotive supplier opens $160M facility in Mexico; Otay Mesa border crossing secures $150M federal grant; and CBP snags $14M in meth from tractor-trailer.

Mack Trucks will eliminate up to 450 jobs at facilities in Pennsylvania and Maryland due to tariffs and economic uncertainty.

Mexico tops Canada and China as the No. 1 U.S. trade partner during February with more than $68 billion in trade.

Q1 earnings season is upon us, with early results pointing to continued degradation in truckload carriers’ financial health. Wisconsin-based Marten Transport released its Q1 earnings on Wednesday, but with publicly traded companies timing is everything.

A family-owned and -operated Florida trucking company has announced it will close after 44 years in business.

With the technology and knowledge available today, there’s no excuse for not taking decisive action against distracted driving

The Commerce Department plans to withdraw from a trade agreement that lets Mexico import tomatoes into the U.S. duty-free.

Kodiak Robotics announced Monday it has entered into an agreement with Ares Acquisition Corp. II, a publicly traded special purpose acquisition company.

Arkansas Just Passed a Law That Will Hit Drivers for Not Speaking English — Here’s What You Need to Know If you have drivers running through Arkansas, pay attention: A new bill passed last week that’s going to fine truckers who can’t speak or read English “sufficiently.” HB1745 cleared the state House and Senate unanimously, […]

General Motors is temporarily laying off hundreds of workers at plants in Detroit and Ingersoll, Ontario.

This week in Borderlands: Mexico may face more Trump tariffs over Texas water dispute; $88M logistics center planned for Laredo, Texas; Unilever announces $800M factory in Monterrey, Mexico; Automotive supplier plans $4M expansion in Mexico.

Tesla Semi deliveries delayed again The long-awaited debut of the Tesla Semi is running late, according to Electrek, which obtained a letter from Ryder to California’s Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC). The letter is part of a 28-month contract extension request with MSRC, which awarded Ryder funding to deploy Tesla Semis and […]

While some progress has been made, 16% of respondents still rely on rudimentary tools including Excel spreadsheets and manual phone calls, indicating a gap in digital adoption.

C & C Freight Network, Best Choice Trucking and Best Logistics Inc. each filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday.

Cargado, a load board for cross-border U.S.-Mexico freight, has secured $12 million in a Series A funding round.

This week in Borderlands: Shippers rush to reduce impact of Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs; Automotive supplier plans new $50 million factory in Mexico; Volvo boosting Mexico plant investment to $1B; and BTX Global Logistics opens office in Texas.

Market chaos reigns supreme: tariffs, trucking authorities, and tender rejections spell uncertainty for the start of April.

Illinois-based LTI Trucking Services notified its 250 drivers Wednesday that the company was closing immediately.

Nationwide truckload carrier C.R. England recently announced it has chosen safety and telematics provider Lytx to equip its 3,500-truck fleet with driver-facing cameras.

Stellantis said on Thursday it paused production at assembly plants in Canada and Mexico and temporarily laid off 900 U.S. employees.

While businesses continue to play a role in setting trends, consumers are now the driving force behind product demand.

The U.S. Senate adopted a resolution to repeal the emergency declaration that allowed President Donald Trump to place tariffs on Canada.

Choosing the right TMS platform is not just a matter of convenience; it’s a strategic decision that can significantly impact a trucking company’s bottom line.

Tariffs that President Trump announced Wednesday will vary, but he said that as a starting point, new levies on imports from many nations will equal half what those nations charge on exports from the U.S.

Haley Evans, senior vice president of client delivery for TriumphPay, sat down with FreightWaves’ Timothy Dooner on the What the Truck?!? Podcast to discuss what kinds of automation and simplification TriumphPay is using to further expand the limits of payment optimization.

President Donald Trump is expected to announce on Wednesday afternoon massive tariffs against every major U.S. trading partner.

The freight and transportation industry saw another big round of layoffs at the end of the first-quarter.

Consumers want fresh fruits and vegetables year-round. Grupo Mas and Cimcorp are seeking to address the challenges that demand places on the supply chain.

In this edition: Planning for possibly significant supply chain disruption with tariffs on 15 countries, and manufacturers are getting creative with ways to mitigate the impacts of tariffs.

Why More Trucks Won’t Fix the Problem – And Could Actually Wreck the Spot Market A new bill just dropped in Washington – the Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act – and it’s being pitched as a solution to fix the “driver shortage,” unclog the supply chain and lower costs for American families. […]

Adam Wingfield debuts The Playbook at the 2025 Mid America Trucking Show in Louisville, KY.

For small and midsized shippers and brokers, the best LTL rates often require buying power that’s out of reach. By equipping the supply chain with an easy-to-use, integration-friendly TMS and freight marketplace, Logistically is making it easier for shipping operations of all sizes to compete.

This week in Borderlands: Apparel maker eyes Dominican Republic to save on tariffs; Mexico’s exports to US fell 2.9% in February; Texas city tightens parking restrictions on tractor-trailers; and Border agents seize almost $24M in drugs at Texas port of entry.

Federal transportation officials at the Mid-America Trucking Show discussed a deregulatory approach that aligns with the Trump administration’s policy of eliminating 10 regulations for every new one introduced.

Aurora Innovation recently released its Driverless Safety Report, laying out its road map for deploying its self-driving trucks on public highways.

A Henderson, Texas, business owner has filed bankruptcy for three businesses, including a trucking company.

Recent data from ACT Research’s March For-Hire Trucking Index showed fleet purchasing intentions at 35% compared to a historical average of 56% for February.

President Trump is threatening higher tariffs on Canada and the European Union if they work together to retaliate in response to U.S. tariffs.

Roughly 1,400 U.S. and Canadian steelworkers have been laid off due to tariffs, company officials said.