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    ATRI seeks driver, carrier feedback in predatory towing survey

    The American Transportation Research Institute invites the industry to rank the states where they encounter the issue most frequently.

    By • Nov. 30, 2022
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    More truck drivers bring pets along for the ride

    CFI's pet ride-along program has seen an increase in furry co-pilots, providing comfort on long drives.

    By • Nov. 29, 2022
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    Trendline

    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
  • A Waabi self-driving truck on the road.
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    AV truck market gets more crowded with Waabi Driver debut

    The tech startup says its technology stands out given its emphasis of simulations over on-road testing to improve abilities. 

    By • Nov. 28, 2022
  • A C.H. Robinson office near Webster St. in Chicago.
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    Q&A

    Analysts break down CH Robinson layoffs, tech investments

    The company’s strategy to enhance proprietary software is still considered sound in the wake of job cuts to control costs. 

    By • Nov. 23, 2022
  • A FedEx Express driver in a truck. The company this month debuted the use of renewable diesel fuel in its Netherlands linehaul operation to lower emissions.
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    FedEx Express Europe debuts renewable diesel in Netherlands linehaul operation

    In a small-scale experiment, some heavyweight, long-distance trucks are running on organic matter or waste materials.

    By • Nov. 22, 2022
  • J&J Snack Foods' frozen beverage business, which includes ICEE products, was not affected by ERP conversion issues.
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    J&J Snack Foods taps NFI for managed logistics

    After facing higher fuel costs year-over-year, the food distributor expects outsourcing its logistics management to yield between $2 million and $4 million of opportunity.

    By • Nov. 21, 2022
  • A Ryder truck.
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    Ryder is ‘almost embracing this downturn’ to showcase business model

    The company wants to show its investors the strength and synergies of its combined portfolio.

    By • Nov. 21, 2022
  • A Werner tractor-trailer on a highway alongside passenger traffic.
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    What trucking execs are saying about declining demand

    Some have announced layoffs. Others hope to keep workers they’ve worked hard to recruit and plan to pursue other cost-cutting measures.

    By , • Nov. 18, 2022
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    Schneider expects 2023 intermodal boost from move to Union Pacific

    Executives say the partnership with the railroad will boost transcontinental service and give the trucking carrier more access to trains.

    By • Nov. 18, 2022
  • (From left to right) FMCSA head Robin Hutcheson, Executive Director Jack Van Steenburg, Chief Counsel Earl Adams Jr. and Director of External Affairs Kala Wright take questions at ATA MCE 2022.
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    FMCSA issues interim guidance on broker, bona fide agent definitions

    The act of handling money exchanged between shippers and motor carriers “strongly suggests the need for broker authority,” the agency said.

    By • Nov. 17, 2022
  • A Freightliner eCascadia with a Hub Group container
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    Hub Group CEO retires, announces son as successor

    Chief Commercial Officer Phillip Yeager will lead the company starting Jan. 1, part of several promotions among leadership.

    By • Nov. 17, 2022
  • Women In Trucking conference attendees visit with a Truckers Against Trafficking's trailer at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas.
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    Truckers are uniquely positioned to fight sex trafficking, nonprofit says

    Truckers Against Trafficking said drivers can provide “an extra set of eyes and ears for law enforcement.”

    By • Nov. 16, 2022
  • A Hirschbach Motor Lines tractor and trailer next to a facility.
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    CEOs with CDLs: Hirschbach execs tout benefits of firsthand experience

    Company leaders describe how hauling loads helps build rapport with drivers and give insights into how their business can improve.

    By • Nov. 15, 2022
  • Saia tractors without trailers at a lot in Cresson, Pennsylvania
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    Saia warns it could tap the brakes on 2023 terminal expansion

    The LTL carrier said it might delay openings if the economic environment worsens next year.

    By • Nov. 14, 2022
  • A C.H. Robinson office near Webster St. in Chicago.
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    CH Robinson confirms layoffs as costs rise

    The company is in the process of informing affected employees, according to a spokesperson.

    By • Updated Nov. 11, 2022
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    US Xpress posts $22.7M loss after crash costs spike

    Two large claims drove up expenses in Q3 as the carrier slashes its workforce to find savings.

    By • Nov. 9, 2022
  • UPS driver loads a cart with boxes as he makes deliveries December 17, 2004 in San Francisco, California.
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    UPS plans logistics-as-a-service offering to build out revenue streams

    The company will coalesce capabilities of several disparate services, such as Roadie, Coyote Logistics and Delivery Solutions.

    By • Nov. 9, 2022
  • A Yellow Corp. truck is seen near its terminal July 8, 2003 in Miami, Florida.
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    Yellow to sell 28 terminals as transformation plan nears completion

    With LTL demand moderating, real estate sales have boosted the carrier's bottom line.

    By • Nov. 8, 2022
  • A Werner truck is attached to a reefer trailer.
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    Werner acquires Florida-based logistics and transport business for $112.4M

    ReedTMS will help the carrier’s freight brokerage capabilities and logistics portfolio, according to CEO Derek Leathers.

    By • Nov. 7, 2022
  • Women in Trucking President and CEO Ellen Voie in the driver's seat of a truck.
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    Filling the Driver's Seat

    Women in Trucking founder talks breaking barriers, recruiting female drivers

    Ellen Voie says carriers need to address harassment in the industry if they want to diversify their driver ranks.

    By • Nov. 7, 2022
  • A truck on a road by grass and trees
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    Werner expects premium pricing to be down at least 60% this quarter

    Peak season this year is "underwhelming thus far," said CEO Derek Leathers.

    By • Nov. 7, 2022
  • A FedEx Freight truck on the road on Oct. 21, 2021.
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    FedEx Freight tests dimensional LTL pricing

    The pilot program takes into account the space a shipment requires in a truck, as well as the weight and shipping speed.

    By • Nov. 4, 2022
  • A worker at an e-commerce facility.
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    Ryder acquires e-commerce fulfillment firm as it looks to grow network

    The deal includes Dotcom Distribution's 400,000-square-foot New Jersey facility and about 100 workers.

    By • Nov. 3, 2022
  • XPO Logistics founder Brad Jacobs and Mario Harik talk between photos with colleagues in front of the New York Stock Exchange on the day of the Nov. 1 spinoff of RXO, the company's brokerage arm.
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    Deep Dive // XPO spins off its brokerage arm

    Why XPO and its spinoffs expect growth even as Brad Jacobs steps back

    The logistics juggernaut has broken up. But incoming executives plan to continue the founder's emphasis on tech integration and creating shareholder value.

    By • Nov. 2, 2022
  • Billy Joel played a surprise set — including hits “Piano Man,” “Only the Good Die Young,” and “We Didn’t Start the Fire” — at Daimler Truck’s annual customer appreciation event during ATA MCE 2022.
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    Billy Joel, federal regulators and other highlights from ATA MCE 2022

    FMCSA Administrator Robin Hutcheson and ATA President Chris Spear also gave notable remarks during one of the trucking industry's biggest conferences.

    By • Nov. 2, 2022