FedEx expands use of robotic arms for trailer loading

The deployment at a Hagerstown, Maryland hub foreshadows plans to scale the technology, and showcases third-party logistics providers’ rising use of robots to perform manual tasks.

By Max Garland • Aug. 11, 2026

PAMT posts $10.4M operating loss for Q2

“As industry dynamics continue to constrain driver supply, we believe opportunities for further rate correction remain,” President and CEO Lance Stewart said in an earnings release.

By David Taube • Aug. 11, 2026

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Volvo, Mack latest truckmakers to roll out DEF software updates

The efforts come weeks after the EPA proposed eliminating diesel exhaust fluid-related engine derates and vehicle speed restrictions on newly manufactured trucks.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 11, 2026

Landstar notches brokerage market gains after Supreme Court case

Executives said brokers are looking to larger companies as legal exposure reshapes the industry.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 10, 2026

Port of Virginia adds CSX rail service to Indianapolis

Containers can now move by rail directly into the region, rather than routing through Chicago and trucking south, according to a railroad spokesperson.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 10, 2026

Chicagoland carrier files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy

DD Freight Express of Burr Ridge, Illinois, reported equipment assets would cover liabilities.

By David Taube • Aug. 7, 2026

Trimac acquires California Freight

The Canada-based company expands its food-grade bulk logistics services in its portfolio of capabilities.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 6, 2026

Forward Air sells 2 business units, posts $201M operating loss

The transactions were part of optimizing its portfolio, leadership said on a Wednesday earnings call.

By David Taube • Aug. 5, 2026

Schneider National Q2 revenues jump 10% to $1.57B

Executives credit productivity gains and market improvements for quarterly income from operations rising 30% year over year.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 5, 2026

Toyota to join Volvo, Daimler heavy-duty fuel-cell joint venture

The three automakers hope to accelerate hydrogen fuel-cell adoption for commercial vehicles.

By Paul Myles • Aug. 5, 2026

Saia surpasses its best quarterly revenue on record

The carrier also set a new high for Q2 shipments and reached a record low in its cargo claims ratio.

By David Taube • Aug. 4, 2026

Aurora Innovation commercial scaling phase underway

The firm’s lower-cost version of its autonomous technology will be the focus of its mass-produced second generation self-driving trucks.       

By Larry Avila • Updated Aug. 5, 2026

US manufacturing expands for seventh month in a row: ISM

Prices are “still too high but going in the right direction,” said Susan Spence, chair of the Institute for Supply Management.

By Jeff Kinney • Aug. 4, 2026

Daimler Truck restructuring leads to Portland plant closure

The business’ North American headquarters will remain in Oregon, but manufacturing operations are shifting to the Carolinas.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 3, 2026

Wabash: Growing backlog signals freight recovery is gaining traction

Executives said customers are committing to replacement purchases and higher-priced orders should begin lifting margins in Q4.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 3, 2026

Managers say they don’t feel ready to lead an AI-fluent workforce

Many companies aren’t providing the necessary training to help employees learn how to use artificial intelligence, per Indeed research.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 3, 2026

Trump administration fast-tracks CDL path for veterans

Trucking groups say the newly announced Freedom Haulers initiative helps recently discharged military members.

By Larry Avila • July 31, 2026

ArcBest notes ‘very healthy pipeline’ amid restructuring

A mix of freight aided the carrier’s weight per shipment for Q2, which increased by 8% compared to a year ago.

By David Taube • July 31, 2026

Old Dominion Freight Line reaches 70.1% operating ratio in Q2

The carrier also upped its capital expenditure plan, which includes an additional $60 million for new trucks and trailers.

By David Taube • July 30, 2026

Paccar expects EPA emissions proposal to strengthen 2027 truck market

The OEM said customers will benefit as manufacturers will have more time to fully validate new NOx engine technology.

By Haley Cawthon • July 30, 2026

Werner posts revenue gains, aided by one-way restructuring

Average revenue per truck per week in that business unit surged to $6,114 in Q2 2026.

By David Taube • July 29, 2026

CCM appoints first-ever chief commercial officer

The intermodal chassis management firm appointed industry veteran Kevin Daly to improve equipment availability across evolving supply chains.

By Larry Avila • July 29, 2026

TFI boosts profits, navigates jump in TForce Freight volume

Operating income rose across its segments of truckload, logistics and LTL, which also experienced a 7.5% increase in shipments year over year, the company reported.

By David Taube • July 28, 2026

Aurora gets 2 carriers to start AV hauls

Customer agreements with Charger Logistics and Value Truck are expected to provide additional capacity for both firms on key routes in Texas.

By Larry Avila • Updated July 28, 2026

Ryder notes dedicated opportunities, forecasts market improvement

CEO John Diez said the company’s pipelines are at record levels as customers look for reliable alternatives to for-hire carriers.

By Haley Cawthon • July 27, 2026