Equipment
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Provided by J.B. Hunt Transport Services
JB Hunt’s Q4 intermodal operating income rises 16% YoY
Although the segment posted strong quarterly results, revenues for its largest business unit fell 3% to $1.55 billion.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 21, 2026 -
Obtained from Abilene Motor Express
Abilene Motor Express brand to merge with sister company
The carrier’s brand is merging under Swift Transportation, nearly eight years after Knight Transportation acquired the business.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 16, 2026 -
Provided by Schneider National
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.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 15, 2026 -
Courtesy of USA Truck
USA Truck CEO, former execs privatize carrier
New owners have entered a deal to acquire the company from DSV.
By David Taube • Jan. 12, 2026 -
Courtesy of Kodiak AI
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.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 8, 2026 -
Courtesy of ExxonMobil
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.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 7, 2026 -
Courtesy of Volvo Group
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.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 7, 2026 -
Courtesy of Trimac
Trimac begins Hyundai hydrogen truck pilot
The data collected will aid carriers in building knowledge of hydrogen systems.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 5, 2026 -
Courtesy of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
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 -
Courtesy of PlusAI
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 -
Courtesy of PGT Trucking
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 -
Courtesy of Ryder System
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 -
Provided by Aurora Innovation
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 -
Courtesy of Heartland Express
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 -
Courtesy of DHL
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 -
Photo by Larry Avila
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 -
Kelly Stroh/Trucking Dive
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 -
Courtesy of JKC Trucking
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 -
Alamy
BMOÂ 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 -
Courtesy of Norfolk Southern
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 -
Scott Olson via Getty Images
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 -
Courtesy of Aurora
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 -
Courtesy of Kodiak AI
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 -
Courtesy of Schneider National
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
