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Obtained from the Minnesota Department of Transportation
Minnesota targets tech upgrades for parking areas
State funding will upgrade parking system sensors and improve safety at seven state rest stops.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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LinkEx rebrands to Saia Logistics
The move seeks to improve customer experience and better promote the services of the business and its parent company.
By David Taube • Jan. 23, 2026 -
David Taube/Trucking Dive
Knight-Swift Q4 TL operating income nosedives 72%
The driving factor in the setback, a rebrand and restructuring with Abilene Motor Express, is nevertheless realizing efficiencies, the company said.
By David Taube • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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Trump reverses tariff threat on European countries
U.S. President Donald Trump said the levies scheduled to begin Feb. 1 were unnecessary after reaching a framework deal with NATO regarding Greenland.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 22, 2026 -
Obtained from ITS Logistics
Echo Global Logistics set to acquire ITS Logistics
The combination, expected to close in the first half of 2026, will create a 3PL with estimated revenues of $5.4 billion.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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 -
Courtesy of Southeastern Freight Lines
Southeastern Freight Lines names new cross-border Mexico partner
The arrangement aligns with customers’ growing demand for reliable service in and out of Mexico, the LTL carrier noted.
By David Taube • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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FedEx Freight targets strategic density in spin-off
“We believe door count — not terminal count — is the most relevant measure of our network capacity,” the business said in a key securities filing ahead of the June spinoff.
By David Taube • Jan. 16, 2026 -
Provided by J.B. Hunt Transport Services
JB Hunt Q4 operating income jumps 19%
The carrier credited revenue gains in truckload and dedicated contracted services for ending the year on a high note.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 16, 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 -
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Illinois-based carrier files for Ch. 11 bankruptcy
The business has over $6.7 million in liabilities and $2 million in assets, according to a court filing.
By David Taube • Jan. 15, 2026 -
Courtesy of Saia
Saia acquires 2 properties in North Carolina from XPO
The Johns Creek, Georgia-based carrier spent over $14 million to secure two properties.
By David Taube • Jan. 14, 2026 -
Spencer Platt via Getty Images
Truckload Carriers Association plans to name new president soon
The organization expects to introduce the new leader at its annual meeting Feb. 28 to March 3, according to outgoing President Jim Ward.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 14, 2026 -
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Inflation holds steady, affirming Fed focus on weak job market
“Risks to employment have increased as the labor market cooled, while the upside risks to inflation have lessened somewhat,” Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams said.
By Jim Tyson • Jan. 14, 2026 -
Provided by Dart
Private investment firm acquires family-owned Dart businesses
The iconic brand will remain, with David Oren continuing as president and Tom Witt joining as CEO.
By David Taube • Jan. 13, 2026 -
Provided by STG Logistics
STG Logistics files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The company will use bankruptcy process — and $150 million in fresh capital — to restructure its debt and operations.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 13, 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 -
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Carrier attrition eases in 2025
English language proficiency enforcement appears to have had negligible impacts, analysts say.
By David Taube • Jan. 12, 2026 -
Provided by Kodiak AI
Kodiak AI partners with Bosch to scale autonomous trucking hardware
The partnership is helping give customers options between production line capabilities or upfitting a fleet.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 9, 2026 -
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Top trucking trends to watch in 2026
“We’re not going to sit and wait for a market turn,” ArcBest CEO Seth Runser said.
By David Taube , Larry Avila • Jan. 8, 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 -
Joe Raedle via Getty Images
2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles
Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.
By Ryan Golden • 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 -
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DOT provides $118.8M in grants to bolster safety, training
Funding will also be available to military families seeking CDLs.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 7, 2026
