FMCSA at last drops permanent rear-impact guard labeling requirement

For years, industry groups called for change. That's finally slated to happen, effective March 23.

By David Taube • March 5, 2026

Notorious Chicago interchange is now nation’s worst truck bottleneck: ATRI

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Metro Area secured four spots on the annual list of the 10-most congested roadways.

By Larry Avila • March 2, 2026

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

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DOL moves to loosen independent contractor regulations

The agency proposed a return to the “economic reality test” adopted during the first Trump administration.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 27, 2026

‘Dalilah law’ legislation calls for English proficiency testing

A new bill suggests that anyone with a commercial driver’s license would need to be recertified by a state within six months.

By David Taube • Feb. 26, 2026

‘Dalilah law’: Trump calls on Congress to further restrict CDLs

During his State of the Union address, the president pushed even higher standards for states in a proposed bill named after a crash survivor.

By David Taube • Feb. 25, 2026

FMCSA targets ‘chameleon carriers,’ announces industry reforms

Administrator Derek Barrs said the agency was introducing three new rules and other efforts as part of the overhaul.

By David Taube • Feb. 23, 2026

Trucking groups weigh in on Supreme Court clawback of IEEPA tariffs

The decision overturned one of the ways that President Donald Trump has sought to influence international trade, but industry leaders had different takes on the potential impacts.

By David Taube , Larry Avila • Feb. 20, 2026

Supreme Court invalidates Trump tariffs based on emergency powers

In a 6-3 decision, the court rejected President Trump's claim that a 1977 law gave him the authority to impose broad tariffs globally.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 20, 2026

USDOT says more than 550 driver training programs violating federal standards

Trucking groups applaud national efforts to crack down on CDL mills. 

By Larry Avila • Feb. 20, 2026

4th Circuit panel rejects Garten Trucking arguments in labor case

Judges found that the evidence showed the business violated labor law in multiple ways amid a union drive.

By David Taube • Feb. 19, 2026

Illinois at risk of losing $129M in DOT funding over CDL issues: FMCSA

Officials say the state's commercial driver license issuance policies are compliant with federal requirements.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 18, 2026

EPA eliminates 2009 endangerment finding

Environmental Protection Agency head Lee Zeldin described the move as the largest deregulation in U.S. history.

By David Taube • Feb. 13, 2026

FMCSA issues final nondomiciled CDL rule, upping standards for states

The final rule, which renews and adjusts an interim version from September, is set to become effective in mid-March.

By David Taube • Feb. 12, 2026

EPA to strike Obama-era pillar for truck emissions

The federal government will seek to cancel a 2009 scientific finding that’s served as the basis for emissions rules for truck manufacturers.

By David Taube • Feb. 11, 2026

FMCSA seeks to extend recordkeeping of non-domiciled CDLs

The proposal aims to preserve records for federal audits.

By David Taube • Feb. 6, 2026

AAA Cooper seeks to build new facility in Spokane, Washington

The new site will feature a truck loading dock and office, have a footprint over 29,000 square feet and is estimated to be worth $14 million once completed.

By David Taube • Feb. 6, 2026

2026 federal spending bill provides $200M for truck parking

The American Transportation Research Institute found that the average truck driver spends about 56 minutes of drive time daily seeking a safe place to park.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 4, 2026

PMI expands in January, reaching highest point in four years

Orders and production drove the industry’s expansion, as businesses submitted requests to restock shelves or get ahead of tariffs, according to ISM’s survey respondents.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 3, 2026

Key trucking trends and risks to follow in 2026

Learn how carriers are building resiliency as they seek signs for market recovery and regulatory clarity in this collection of Trucking Dive outlooks.

By Larry Avila • Feb. 2, 2026

Trucking M&A outlook: Economy, technology and uncertainty may shape opportunistic deals

Analysts predict regional companies, LTL operators and pharmaceutical carriers are among the businesses that could see significant activity in 2026.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 29, 2026

Key trucking voices note possible market lift, limitations for 2026

The industry could undergo incremental or inflationary upticks in freight demand, with federal policies at the forefront, analysts said.

By David Taube • Jan. 27, 2026

Trump threatens 100% tariff to stymie Canada-China trade pact

The president said the levy on Canada imports would go into effect immediately should the country consummate a preliminary trade agreement with China announced earlier this month.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Jan. 26, 2026

Congress advances transportation funding bill

The legislation largely maintains funding for public transportation and earmarks $200 million to address truck parking. 

By Dan Zukowski • Jan. 23, 2026

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

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