US launches probe into semiconductor imports

The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.

Saia localizes its customer service operations

The changes, which aim to speed response time, have led to “workforce impacts” in Georgia and Idaho.

Gender pay gap progress flatlines as support for pay equity falters, report finds

Equal Pay Day, recognized this year on March 25, marks how far women with full-time jobs had to work into the new year to earn as much as men did the year before.

Paccar CFO to retire after 39 years

Harrie Schippers will be succeeded by Brice Poplawski who will serve as SVP and CFO, effective June 2.

Amazon launches LTL service in US

The less-than-truckload offering is currently limited to inbound shipments destined for the e-commerce giant’s fulfillment centers.

Volvo to partner with Greenlane on EV truck charging

The heavy-duty truck manufacturer is expanding access to charging stations through its Volvo Open Charge services.

Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further

The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.

Updated April 11, 2025

Trucking groups wary of tariff impact on freight flows

Trucking stakeholders said it is still too early to tell, but worry about a prolonged freight recession and impacts to customers.

BNSF, Norfolk Southern team up for intermodal rail service at Pacific Northwest ports

The offering will ship freight between the Northwest Seaport Alliance and Chicago in six days, per the companies.

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 April 14, 2025

Knight-Swift upgrades dashcams for improved fleet safety

The carrier will use Netradyne’s technology for in-cab audio alerts and real-time feedback to positively reinforce drivers.

Updated April 15, 2025

Wabash to pay $300M less for 2019 liability case

A Circuit Court determined the initial punitive damage award of $450 million went against the company’s constitutional rights.

Roadrunner adds 278 lanes to LTL network

The new service out of Atlanta; Detroit; Nashville, Tennessee; Cleveland, Ohio; and Grand Rapids, Michigan, expands the carrier's network.

Waste groups promote direct vision fleets on new safety council

Together for Safer Roads has launched a leadership group meant to advocate for integrating direct vision trucks into fleets to reduce crashes, injuries and fatalities. IWS, NWRA, McNeilus, Dennis Eagle and others are on board.

Canada to match US tariffs on car imports

The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.

Updated April 9, 2025

Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

The president said he will levy import taxes on China, Japan and others equal to half of what they charge the U.S. based on White House calculations.

Kenan Advantage Group acquires MC Tank Transport

KAG is set to gain 175 drivers, 100 tractors and more by purchasing the liquid bulk carrier.

California Trucking Association leader opens lobbying firm

Chris Shimoda, CTA’s former SVP of government affairs, will continue to work with the nation's largest state trucking group at Shimoda Government Strategies.

Forward Air loses 2 more board members

Ana Amicarella and Valerie Bonebrake will not stand for reelection to the LTL carrier's board.

Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion

The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on April 2, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.

Volvo debuts first customer for truck-as-a-service subscription

R&M Trucking's use of Volvo on Demand will help it meet customers' sustainability interests while limiting upfront investment.

ABF Freight expands EV yard truck fleet

The LTL carrier will deploy five more terminal trucks from Orange EV this year.

CR England to outfit fleet with driver-facing cameras

Lytx DriveCam Event Recorders will be installed in the carrier’s 3,500 trucks to monitor unsafe driving behaviors, the companies announced.

Updated April 3, 2025

Wyndham targets truckers in latest loyalty play

The hotel company debuted Recharge with Wyndham, which allows truckers to double Wyndham Rewards points on qualifying stays.

TCA president shares optimistic outlook for truckload haulers

Jim Ward discussed emissions rule rollbacks, independent contractor law and tariffs in an interview with Trucking Dive.