Interest in reefer telematics heats up

In an industry where 3PLs don’t always know where their trailers are, reefer telematics has been low on the priority list of investments. That’s now changing. 

By S.L. Fuller • June 12, 2026

ABF Freight adds Tesla Semis to fleet, evaluates expansion

Two additional electric trucks, based primarily in California, will help the LTL carrier assess other potential routes.

By David Taube • June 11, 2026

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

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Volvo Autonomous Solutions plans fully driverless operations in Q1 2027

The company said it expects one in 10 long-haul heavy-duty trucks to be driverless on U.S. highways within the next decade.

By Larry Avila • June 11, 2026

Transportation Equipment Network names new COO

The trailer leasing firm tapped former Amazon Freight General Manager Ari Silkey to help modernize operations.

By David Taube • June 9, 2026

Paccar promotes 2 Kenworth execs

Incoming General Manager Peter Ahrens and Joe Adams, assistant general manager of operations, are both longtime Paccar employees.

By Haley Cawthon • June 8, 2026

Consortium to develop California ‘Green Truck Corridor’

The Port of Long Beach, the Wonderful Co. and Lincoln Transportation Services will work together to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gases on the trade route.

By Haley Cawthon • June 4, 2026

Kenvue Canada saves big on diesel costs with Fuel Transport EV pilot

“Use of an EV truck on the Toronto test route resulted in a 44.7% savings on diesel,” Fuel Transport VP of Operations Peter Perrella said.

By Larry Avila • June 4, 2026

Survey finds fleets struggle to use telematics data

Some companies have in-house teams of 500 strong to discover ways to unlock the technology’s full potential.

By S.L. Fuller • June 3, 2026

Battery-electric trucks demonstrate longhaul potential

Using Tesla Semis and other equipment, carriers are demonstrating the technology’s real-world applications.

By David Taube • June 2, 2026

Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak

The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 1, 2026

Einride’s cabless trucks hit Ohio roads in Ease Logistics trial

In Marysville, the autonomous vehicles will go between warehouses on both private property and public roads for the proof-of-concept service.

By Haley Cawthon • May 28, 2026

Volvo Group North America takes nearly $197M hit in CARB settlement

The California Air Resources Board alleged that 10,000 Volvo truck engines used auxiliary emission control devices that violated the state’s emissions certification process.

By Haley Cawthon • May 26, 2026

Amerit Fleet Solutions acquires Pro Reefer

The acquisition allows the company to expand into Canada while enhancing its U.S. operations.

By Larry Avila • May 26, 2026

Port of Los Angeles sees April volume jump despite Iran war shadow

Spring and summer goods are arriving at the port, with back-to-school products and holiday inventory in the pipeline, Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 22, 2026

From satellites to cellular-connected devices: The evolution of telematics

The technology is heavily associated with location data. “But the potential is there for more,” said the president of ABF Freight.

By S.L. Fuller • May 22, 2026

Federal surface transportation bill adds provision for national AV guidelines

Kodiak AI Founder and CEO Don Burnette says the move is a step to give regulators the tools to oversee “the scaled rollout of autonomous trucks.”

By Larry Avila • May 20, 2026

UP, NS merger not yet a done deal as railroads critique proposal

Competitors are questioning an amended application, challenging how complete it is.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 19, 2026

Hub Group restated earnings probe extends to 2024, 2023 reports

The company’s previously announced accounting misstep led to its latest delay in reporting Q1 2026 financials.

By Larry Avila • May 19, 2026

Daimler Truck extends North American president’s tenure through 2028

The company is looking to O’Leary to continue its turnaround after sales in Q1 2026 fell to their lowest level since 2010.

By Larry Avila • May 18, 2026

FedEx board approves trucking business spinoff

A new standalone FedEx Freight may resemble a start-up, but the LTL carrier is far from it, experts say. 

By Larry Avila • May 15, 2026

3 ways Daimler plans to improve profitability following ‘historically low demand’ in North America

CFO Eva Scherer said the truck maker’s Q1 sales were the lowest recorded since 2010.

By Haley Cawthon • May 14, 2026

Top carriers hold steady on CapEx plans

Major TL and LTL were in lockstep — with Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings bucking the trend.

By David Taube • May 13, 2026

Is Amazon Supply Chain Services already a logistics heavyweight?

The umbrella of logistics offerings features attractive qualities for shippers, but questions remain around capacity allocation, experts said.

By Max Garland • May 13, 2026

Aurora Innovation, McLane expanding partnership in Texas

The popular food supplier is automating long-haul transport between Dallas and Houston, with additional driverless routes expected to be added later this year.

By Jessica Loder • May 12, 2026

‘Big build-out’: Landstar notes momentum in data center sector

Nine of the company’s top 100 customers fall within the category, accounting for 12% of its total revenue.

By Haley Cawthon • May 12, 2026