International, Ryder and PlusAI partner to test autonomous pilot route in Texas

A driverless truck will operate on a daily 600-mile lane between Laredo and Temple.

By Larry Avila • April 2, 2026

Manufacturing sector expands for third consecutive month, but war, tariffs cause worry

Price increases in 17 of the 18 economic sectors tracked are a particular concern and are impacting business operations, according to survey respondents.

By Jeffrey Kinney • April 2, 2026

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

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Supreme Court ruling could reshape business for freight brokers, small carriers

An adverse outcome in the case could create supply chain inefficiencies and destroy hundreds of thousands of transportation companies, major industry players say.

By David Taube • April 1, 2026

Senate’s Dalilah Law Act would create criminal penalties for CDL violations

Under the proposal, immigrants without proper documentation could face the death penalty if found responsible for a motor vehicle-related death.

By Larry Avila • April 1, 2026

Diesel price surge slows, but California costs still swell

The Golden State’s on-highway average increased by about 35 cents week over week to nearly $7.22 per gallon.

By David Taube • April 1, 2026

Wisconsin awards $4.9B highway infrastructure modernization project

Dallas-based Jacobs will begin the design phase for the I-39, I-90 and I-94 corridor later this year.

By Sebastian Obando • April 1, 2026

NMFTA considers changes to mixed freight rule

The association is asking for feedback on a proposal that could have ripple effects throughout the LTL industry.

By David Taube • March 31, 2026

Amazon Freight increases dry van trailer count to 80k

The company said growing its capacity by 10,000 units provides flexibility during peak seasons and faster response times for urgent shipments.

By Larry Avila • March 31, 2026

SCOTUS debates arbitration exemption for drivers who don’t cross state lines

Including intrastate drivers under the Federal Arbitration Act’s interstate commerce exemption would create uncertainty for companies, counsel for Flowers Foods told the justices.

By Ryan Golden • March 31, 2026

Hub Group on notice from Nasdaq over delayed Q4 earnings filing

The company’s discovery of a $77 million accounting error is forcing a restatement of its 2025 financials that includes reviewing year-end figures for 2023 and 2024.  

By Larry Avila • March 27, 2026

Rowdy Family of Companies names president

Jason Ickert will work alongside founder and CEO Craig Gandy at the East Texas-headquartered company.

By Larry Avila • March 26, 2026

Norfolk Southern says higher fuel costs could spur intermodal volumes

CEO Mark George said rising gas prices tied to the Iran war may lead to greater coal demand, boosting the rail carrier's utility business.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 25, 2026

Bimbo Bakeries can’t compel Massachusetts drivers to arbitrate misclassification claim

A federal court said the drivers can pursue their state law case in court because they qualify as transportation workers excluded from coverage under the FAA.

By Laurel Kalser • March 25, 2026

Diesel prices surge even higher due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38

Per-gallon costs topped $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on carriers and shippers.   

By David Taube • March 24, 2026

Estes expands shipping visibility with Samsara tech

“With this, we get not only equipment visibility, but we get a platform we can expand on,” CIO Todd Florence told Trucking Dive.

By David Taube • March 24, 2026

Fuel Transport names leader for US market

Former CH Robinson executive Ray Blackwell will focus on scaling the transportation and logistics company’s U.S. operations.

By Larry Avila • March 24, 2026

Hormuz Strait blockade would slow Q2 economy

Potential market disruption from the Iran war could be as much as five times larger than prior oil shocks from 1973 through 1990, Dallas Fed economists said.

By Jim Tyson • March 24, 2026

FedEx Freight reports hits to volume, revenue

The segment endured shipment slumps in each month of its latest fiscal quarter, particularly in January.

By David Taube • March 23, 2026

Manufacturers upbeat about outlook despite economic headwinds: NAM

Although companies face trade uncertainties and other challenges, their overall sentiment has improved from the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent National Association of Manufacturers survey.

By Jeffrey Kinney • March 23, 2026

PlusAI unveils ‘major advancement’ in autonomous driving software

Trucks equipped with the tech are already hauling commercial freight in Texas.

By Haley Cawthon • March 23, 2026

NMFTA targets rising freight fraud with online resource hub

The platform provides best practices, expert insights and tools to help combat the growing issue across the industry. 

By Haley Cawthon • March 20, 2026

Trucking in the midst of a ‘supply-based’ recovery: ATA’s Costello

Policy changes related to commercial driver licenses are contributing to tightening capacity and rising rates.

By Larry Avila • March 19, 2026

Universal Logistics’ revenues slide further, squeezing margins

Operating revenues fell 17.1% in Q4 compared to a year ago, but a bright spot emerged in dedicated services.

By David Taube • March 19, 2026

Up to $142M in economic benefits could come from being World Cup-adjacent, one city finds

Decatur, Georgia, could see as many as 10,000 visitors a day during the FIFA World Cup soccer events in nearby Atlanta, according to an economic impact report.

By Ryan Kushner • March 18, 2026

Kodiak AI launches second driverless route with Martin Brower

The added lane between Dallas and El Paso advances the company’s strategy to grow with its existing customers, according to CEO Don Burnette.

By Larry Avila • March 18, 2026