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

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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

Aurora says lower operating costs a draw to prospective customers

The value proposition, 15 cents cheaper per mile than the typical compensation for a driver, has “resonated quite well,” CFO David Maday said.

By Larry Avila • May 11, 2026

Forward Air to sell its intermodal business, other ‘non-core assets’

Despite failing to find a buyer for its overall operations, portions of the business could be sold in the upcoming months.

By Larry Avila • May 8, 2026

Wabash hopeful for recovery as weak demand drags down Q1 revenue

The company reported revenue of $303 million during the period, falling short of its guidance of $310 million to $330 million.

By Haley Cawthon • May 8, 2026

CMC promotes two execs from within

The diversified intermodal and logistics services provider appointed a new COO and sales leader to fill executive roles.

By Larry Avila • May 7, 2026

Paccar sees demand recovery as build share rises in North America

Company executives say demand in the U.S. and Canada is improving as customers respond to limited truck capacity and rising freight rates.

By Haley Cawthon • May 7, 2026

How CNG trucks are providing an alternative to diesel

Compressed and renewable natural gas vehicles represent “the most mature alternative fuel technology currently in widespread commercial deployment,” an industry group said.

By David Taube • May 6, 2026

CSX sees volume uptick from spike in truck-to-rail conversions

Rivals Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern also pointed to signs of optimism, as higher fuel costs send shippers looking for cheaper alternatives to trucking.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 6, 2026

Volvo Q1 truck orders surge 78% in North America despite delivery slump

Deliveries in the region fell 34% year over year as manufacturing operations slowed for weeks across the U.S.

By Haley Cawthon • May 5, 2026

Amazon opens logistics network to all businesses

Amazon Supply Chain Services covers freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel delivery, including for non-Amazon sellers, with 3M and Lands' End among its users.

By Max Garland • May 4, 2026

XPO reports 20% YoY spike in Q1 LTL operating income

The carrier experienced gains in shipments per day and tonnage during the quarter for its North American segment.

By Larry Avila • May 4, 2026

Manufacturing expands for fourth month, but price increases remain a concern

All six of the largest manufacturing industries reported price increases in April, stemming largely from the war in Iran and tariffs, ISM said.

By Jeffrey Kinney • May 4, 2026

Schneider National Q1 operating income tumbles 21% YoY

Cost-control efforts and productivity gains aided the carrier in keeping year-over-year revenues flat.

By Larry Avila • May 1, 2026

California removes restrictions on driverless trucks

The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.

By Larry Avila • April 30, 2026

Ryder System’s Q1 bolstered by contractual sales

More than 90% of the company’s revenue is generated by long-term contracts, CEO John Diez said.

By Haley Cawthon • April 30, 2026

Ryder opens new rental, maintenance facility in Alabama

The Huntsville site has four full drive-through maintenance bays, one half-bay and a 24/7 fuel island.

By Haley Cawthon • April 28, 2026

IMC Logistics names president for Canada operation

Former Canadian Pacific conductor and veteran logistics executive Mark McKendry will lead the company’s first international office in Toronto.

By Larry Avila • April 28, 2026

Werner Enterprises doubling intermodal trailers in Mexico

The carrier said steady segment demand the past year presents an opportunity to expand in the country. 

By Larry Avila • April 23, 2026

PlusAI, Churchill Capital call off merger

The parties cited market conditions for terminating their agreement, according to a regulatory filing.

By Larry Avila • April 22, 2026

JB Hunt sees opportunity for intermodal growth

The carrier noted a weekly volume record in March with over 46,000 loads delivered, Intermodal President Darren Field said.

By Larry Avila • April 17, 2026