DOL moves to loosen independent contractor regulations

The agency proposed a return to the “economic reality test” adopted during the first Trump administration.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 27, 2026

Aurora focuses on Southwestern US driverless route growth

The company expects to have more than 200 autonomous trucks on the road by the end of the year.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 27, 2026

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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

Averitt enhancing footprint in 2026 across multiple states

The LTL carrier plans to upgrade its network in Mississippi, South Carolina and Oklahoma this year.

By David Taube • Updated Feb. 27, 2026

Forward Air reports $28.3M loss due to freight market conditions

The carrier reported a lower year-over-year net loss for Q4, reflecting its progress in integrating Omni Logistics.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 25, 2026

XPO’s AI is helping provide real-time feedback of loaded trailers

VP of Technology Erin Goheen discussed the new initiative that helps dockworkers and highlighted other use cases where the tech is overhauling operations.

By David Taube • Feb. 24, 2026

PAMT reports Q4 operating loss of $38.1M

Total loads in the carrier’s truckload operations fell 5.6% year over year. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 24, 2026

AAA Cooper buys site in Phoenix for $29M, per county record

The acquisition comes as the LTL carrier is aiming to potentially generate $2 billion in annualized revenue.

By David Taube • Feb. 24, 2026

Love’s will add 1,500 more truck parking spaces in 2026

The company’s $700 million national facility expansion and site update plan will grow its truck parking spaces for professional drivers to more than 50,000. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 23, 2026

USDOT says more than 550 driver training programs violating federal standards

Trucking groups applaud national efforts to crack down on CDL mills. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 20, 2026

Kansas-based carrier files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Mast Trucking reported over $5.7 million in unsecured claims, affecting creditors such as BMO and Daimler Truck Financial.

By David Taube • Feb. 20, 2026

Ryder Q4 operating revenue flat year over year

CEO Robert Sanchez says the company’s balanced growth strategy has allowed it to work through the prolonged freight downturn.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 19, 2026

Illinois at risk of losing $129M in DOT funding over CDL issues: FMCSA

Officials say the state's commercial driver license issuance policies are compliant with federal requirements.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 18, 2026

Many workers lack access to employer-provided retirement plans, data shows

“The bottom line is that if Americans are not saving for retirement through their employer, then they are probably not saving at all,” the National Institute on Retirement Security found.

By Ginger Christ • Feb. 18, 2026

Weak LTL market shrinks TFI International LTL revenue

U.S. less-than-truckload revenue declined by 11% in Q4, but the company pointed to some early, encouraging signs in other segments.

By David Taube • Feb. 18, 2026

How a combined UP-NS railroad would alter market dynamics

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern say a merger will increase competition between railroads as well as with trucks.

By Bill Stephens • Feb. 17, 2026

Werner restructures one-way truckload business, takes $44M charge

The company is narrowing its focus to specialized, higher-margin freight, including pharmaceuticals and technology.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 17, 2026

Maersk expands ground network with new Southern California hub

The logistics giant’s new facility adds 22 doors to expedite freight movement in and out of the region.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 13, 2026

Paccar expects rebound in truck demand as it drops tariff surcharges

The manufacturer of Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks has seen order intake accelerate and margins increase following a challenging 2025.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 13, 2026

FMCSA issues final nondomiciled CDL rule, upping standards for states

The final rule, which renews and adjusts an interim version from September, is set to become effective in mid-March.

By David Taube • Feb. 12, 2026

Wabash to idle Indiana, Minnesota plants, cut 270 jobs amid weak demand

The company expects to incur $16 million in upfront charges, but anticipates annual savings of roughly $10 million once the plants are idled.

By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 12, 2026

EPA to strike Obama-era pillar for truck emissions

The federal government will seek to cancel a 2009 scientific finding that’s served as the basis for emissions rules for truck manufacturers.

By David Taube • Feb. 11, 2026

Saia’s operating ratio falters in Q4

The metric landed at 91.9% in the quarter, which the carrier expects to improve as its new terminals mature, CEO Fritz Holzgrefe said on an earnings call.

By David Taube • Feb. 10, 2026

Truckload Carriers Association names new president

Former FMCSA leader and trucking industry veteran Jim Mullen will take over the role April 6.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2026

XPO’s administrative restructuring leads to Q4 operating income dip

The 3.4% year-over-year decline came amid equity award payouts tied to former chairman Brad Jacobs pivoting away from direct involvement in the company, the carrier said.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 10, 2026

WM to acquire Waste Resources in California

The company, which offers residential and commercial hauling to parts of Southern California, operates a fleet of 60 vehicles. 

By Megan Quinn • Feb. 10, 2026