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Trucks, trailers, tonnage: Trucking Dive’s data hub shows the state of the industry
Five charts from leading industry sources capture high-level market data.
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Q&A‘Bigger benefits’: Schneider National, Cowan set sights on growth
In just over a year since the combination, both companies have seen how scale can open new business opportunities, according to executive Steve Wells.
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Truckload Carriers Association plans to name new president soon
The organization expects to introduce the new leader at its annual meeting Feb. 28 to March 3, according to outgoing President Jim Ward.
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Saia acquires 2 properties in North Carolina from XPO
The Johns Creek, Georgia-based carrier spent over $14 million to secure two properties.
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Inflation holds steady, affirming Fed focus on weak job market
“Risks to employment have increased as the labor market cooled, while the upside risks to inflation have lessened somewhat,” Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said.
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STG Logistics files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The company will use bankruptcy process — and $150 million in fresh capital — to restructure its debt and operations.
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Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions
The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.
Updated Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Private investment firm acquires family-owned Dart businesses
The iconic brand will remain, with David Oren continuing as president and Tom Witt joining as CEO.
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New DOL independent contractor rule arrives at Trump White House
The administration may decide to return to the “economic reality” standard it articulated in a final rule released at the tail end of the president’s first term in office.
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Carrier attrition eases in 2025
English language proficiency enforcement appears to have had negligible impacts, analysts say.
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USA Truck CEO, former execs privatize carrier
New owners have entered a deal to acquire the company from DSV.
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California to lose $158M in funding over CDL issues: FMCSA
The federal government also began putting pressure on North Carolina's CDL program Thursday, following a review alleging deficiencies.
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Top trucking trends to watch in 2026
“We’re not going to sit and wait for a market turn,” ArcBest CEO Seth Runser said.
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Arcwood Environmental acquires MXI Environmental Services
The deal is Arcwood’s third in six months and represents another acquisition that expands the company’s geographic reach.
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Kodiak AI partners with Bosch to scale autonomous trucking hardware
The partnership is helping give customers options between production line capabilities or upfitting a fleet.
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Kodiak AI boosts connectivity through Verizon partnership
The wireless carrier’s cellular and IoT capabilites are expected to improve communications in remote environments for the driverless technology company.
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Volvo to open $37.7M regional distribution hub in Washington state
The truck manufacturer aims to optimize parts delivery for dealers in the U.S. Northwest and Western Canada.
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2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles
Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.
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DOT provides $118.8M in grants to bolster safety, training
Funding will also be available to military families seeking CDLs.
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US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI
Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.
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Standard Forwarding Freight suspends service, company says
The move took the Teamsters by surprise just days before the new year.
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US Postal Service says it will phase out contractors’ non-domiciled drivers
A spokesperson declined to say how USPS will review the initiative.
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FMCSA says under-21 interstate commercial drivers can finish apprentice program
Those who finished training requirements will still be spared from a minimum age requirement for interstate commercial activity, per the agency.
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Trimac begins Hyundai hydrogen truck pilot
The data collected will aid carriers in building knowledge of hydrogen systems.
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Nearly half of US workers say they’ll need $1M or more to retire, spurring stress
Workers’ retirement hopes generally surpass their savings, which leads to growing anxiety about the future, a report finds.
