Knight-Swift: Industrial freight, longer hauls helping LTL

“We saw a notable improvement in weight per shipment for the first time in years,” CEO Adam Miller said on a Q1 earnings call.

By David Taube • May 18, 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

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

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FedEx, Maersk and GXO downplay Amazon Supply Chain Services threat

The logistics companies said their capabilities and focus areas are largely different from what Amazon is now offering to all businesses.

By Max Garland • 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

Supreme Court delivers sweeping decision against CH Robinson

A safety provision empowering states means brokers are not immune from negligent hiring claims, according to the justices.

By David Taube • Updated May 14, 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

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

PAMT posts Q1 operating loss

The company also reached a $30 million legal settlement in Q1 and sold property in Texas.

By David Taube • May 11, 2026

CPKC, CSX launch ‘improved’ Southeast Mexico rail route

The service connecting the Southeast U.S. to Texas and Mexico is touted to be faster and more efficient due to infrastructure upgrades.

By Alejandra Carranza • 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

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

Intermodal offers a pricing edge amid fuel pressures: Uber Freight

Fuel prices are weighing on both trucking and intermodal freight, but the latter mode still presents cost saving opportunities for shippers.

By Alejandra Carranza • May 5, 2026

Toyota to build a hydrogen fueling station in Southern California

A partnership with Hyroad Energy will bring 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks to the company’s North American Parts Center supply warehouse.

By David Taube • May 4, 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