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

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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

Saia reports upticks in Q1 shipments

Along with ongoing growth at new sites, legacy sites also saw improvement for the first time in about five quarters, CFO Matthew Batteh said.

By David Taube • May 1, 2026

Old Dominion notes retail improvement, early optimism with industrial

The LTL carrier profits slightly shrank as shipments declined, but executives noted some momentum.

By David Taube • April 30, 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

Werner Enterprises truckload profits get boost in Q1

“We believe Warner is better positioned today than we have been in prior cycles,” CEO Derek Leathers said on an earnings call.

By David Taube • April 29, 2026

Consumer confidence unexpectedly inches up as view of jobs brightens

The improved labor market outlook among consumers bolsters the argument among Federal Reserve officials opposing a cut to the main interest rate.

By Jim Tyson • April 29, 2026

ArcBest LTL pricing improves despite softer environment: CEO

Pricing improved by 6.3% on average for contract renewals and deferred pricing agreements, the company reported for its Q1 results.

By David Taube • April 28, 2026

TFI International’s LTL shipments get big boost in recent months

The company forecasted the segment to have as much as a 7-percentage-point improvement in its Q2 operating ratio.

By David Taube • April 28, 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