Wisconsin DOT seeks input to address state’s truck parking needs

Responding to drivers’ safety concerns, the study’s goals include collecting a variety of frontline and trucking industry perspectives and analysis of amenity needs.

By Larry Avila • Dec. 23, 2025

California may be close to lifting ban on driverless trucks

The state’s brief public comment period on revised rules to permit heavy-duty AV testing and deployment could suggest a willingness to proceed, a former FMCSA official said.

By Larry Avila • Dec. 18, 2025

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Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

By Trucking Dive staff

PGT Trucking acquires second-generation Kansas business

The addition of Debrick Truck Line Co. brings PGT’s terminal network to 35 locations.

By David Taube • Dec. 16, 2025

Ryder opens metro Atlanta truck rental and serving facility

The logistics firm is expanding its maintenance and fleet solutions operations to meet increasing demand in high-growth markets.

By Larry Avila • Dec. 15, 2025

Aurora to haul frac sand on public roads in Texas

Dozens of autonomously driven tractors are slated to take over routes in 2026 as part of an agreement with Detmar Logistics. 

By Larry Avila • Dec. 11, 2025

CFI will be rebranded to Heartland Express by year’s end

The move “is the next logical step in enhancing our consolidated operating and financial performance,” the carrier said.  

By Larry Avila • Dec. 10, 2025

DHL adds Tesla Semi to California fleet

The 3PL plans to grow its EV truck fleet in 2026 as part of its long-term net-zero plan. 

By David Taube • Dec. 10, 2025

Hogan family sells over 100-year-old trucking business

The trucking brand will operate separately under Enterprise Mobility for the foreseeable future, according to a statement.

By David Taube • Dec. 9, 2025

CRST reorganization leads to hundreds of job cuts

The carrier will reduce its fleet by 200 trucks in a move to boost reliability and long-term stability.

By Larry Avila • Dec. 8, 2025

BNSF, CSX boost intermodal speed, launch new lanes

The rail partnership offers faster schedules from Los Angeles to destinations including Northwest Ohio and Philadelphia.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2025

How trucking costs are changing, in 4 charts

Rising expenses and flat rates have created a perfect storm for an industry already dealing with a lackluster market.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 5, 2025

BMO repayment risk hits new peak for transportation loans

Gross impairments rose to $585 million, up 38% from the prior quarter.

By David Taube • Dec. 5, 2025

Compete or complement? Trucking foresees mixed intermodal impact from merger of rail giants

Winners and losers will emerge in road transport as Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern join forces, according to industry experts.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 2, 2025

How Chicago’s outskirts rose to national intermodal dominance

Numerous interstates and railroads in Will County, Illinois, led to a booming opportunity for trucking companies — but not without growing pains.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 1, 2025

Aurora seeks to tackle more types of weather, expand network

The company is working to have its technology validated against rain and heavy wind conditions.

By David Taube • Nov. 25, 2025

Kodiak sets sights on next phase of growth after showing revenue gains

“Our sense is that customers and the market broadly is excited about driverless deployment,” said CEO Don Burnette. 

By Larry Avila • Nov. 25, 2025

Schneider National’s acquisition pipeline preps for dedicated growth

CEO Mark Rourke said that the carrier would like to do a purchase every 12 to 18 months.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 24, 2025

RNG seeks to revolutionize the fuel industry with evolving upgrades

J.B. Hunt noted the fuel can save as much as 50% compared to the cost of diesel, depending on the circumstances.

By David Taube • Updated Nov. 24, 2025

Freight demand will return, Volvo Trucks North America head says

Meanwhile, many carriers’ average fleet age is closing in on their practical usefulness, President Peter Voorhoeve told Trucking Dive.

By David Taube • Nov. 19, 2025

Organized crime, cyberattacks push cargo theft levels higher

Transnational criminal groups are disrupting freight, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear said at MCE 2025.

By David Taube • Nov. 18, 2025

ArcBest anticipates tough Q4 despite AI-driven productivity gains

Record daily shipments in the company’s asset-light unit couldn’t offset soft demand, executives said.

By Haley Cawthon • Nov. 17, 2025

Recology drives ahead with fleet transition despite deregulation

The company partnered with the Center for Transportation and the Environment to develop a plan to transition its San Francisco fleet to zero-emission vehicles.

By Jacob Wallace • Nov. 17, 2025

Wabash adds trailer-as-a-service offerings

More shipping stakeholders are showing interest in services that increase equipment capacity without the added costs of ownership, according to the company.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 14, 2025

Verbiage, storytelling matter in court, industry lawyers say

Industry leaders shared how they’re seeking fair legal proceedings at a time of increased pressure from insurance costs and aggressive lawsuits.

By David Taube • Nov. 14, 2025

Daimler Truck North America Q3 sales slide 39%

CFO Eva Scherer attributed part of the decline to the company’s efforts to ramp up Q2 deliveries in an attempt to avoid potentially heftier tariffs.

By Haley Cawthon • Nov. 13, 2025