UP CEO’s rate threat adds wrinkle to Norfolk Southern merger process

Union Pacific has stated that it does not retaliate against customers and that a customer’s position on the merger doesn’t determine rates or service quality.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 9, 2026

Arizona Trucking Association taps former congressman as CEO

Board Chairman Parker Hancock said former Rep. Matt Salmon’s experience with government relations and leading trade associations will be an asset to the organization.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 9, 2026

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MCE 2026 all about networking, gaining industry insight

Spikes in diesel fuel costs and new leaders setting the path ahead for the American Trucking Associations were among the areas of focus in this year’s annual conference.

By Larry Avila • Nov. 5, 2026

Manufacturing expands for 10th straight month, but Iran war weighs heavily

Increasingly negative comments from respondents also cite price volatility and trade wars in the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index from the Institute for Supply Management.

By Jeff Kinney • Nov. 2, 2026

ATA calls on members to shape next cycle of trucking, regulation

While members’ views on issues vary, all carriers seek a “competitive, and ultimately sustainable trucking industry,” according to outgoing chairman Greg Hodgen.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 30, 2026

Incoming ATA president says role is ‘the greatest honor of a lifetime’

Mark Colson said his priorities are to win members’ trust and grow the organization.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 21, 2026

Kodiak, Charger launch 435-mile autonomous lane in Texas

The partnership adds a Dallas-Laredo route as the AV firm works toward on-highway driverless operations by the end of 2026.

By Haley Cawthon • Oct. 21, 2026

ATRI taps logistics, transportation exec to lead organization

TeamOne Logistics CEO Page Siplon will join the research group in November.

By Larry Avila • Oct. 16, 2026

American Trucking Associations appoints new CEO

Mark Colson will start the new role Dec. 1, bringing over 20 years of experience, the ATA said.

By David Taube • Oct. 15, 2026

Trump orders expanded use of tax-free dyed diesel

The president moved to defer tax obligations, and possibly provide further relief, for the remainder of 2026.

By David Taube • Oct. 7, 2026

Top trucking conferences and events in 2027

Mark your travel calendar with this annual guide of events for trucking industry leaders and stakeholders.

By David Taube • Oct. 6, 2026

Businessman allegedly bilked trucking investors of $105.9M

Georgia-based businesses AKL Transport and Southern Truck Leasing carried out a Ponzi scheme, according to federal complaints.

By David Taube • Sept. 30, 2026

FMCSA preps for flexible driving hour pilot expansion

Nine drivers from three motor carriers participated in each of the six-week pre-tests for the Flexible Sleeper Berth and Split Duty Period pilot programs earlier this year.

By Haley Cawthon • Sept. 22, 2026

San Pedro Ports seek zero-emission truck usage boost via new incentive program

The proposed program would pay up to $36,000 per year for qualifying trucks that operate at the port complex.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 17, 2026

Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association seeks clarity on NOx rule amendments

The group said its members are seeking to finalize model year 2027 products before new standards take effect.

By Haley Cawthon • Sept. 14, 2026

LTL mixed-freight rule updates could bring more uniformity, exec says

Comments on proposed changes with the National Motor Freight Traffic Association are due Sept. 23.

By David Taube • Sept. 10, 2026

Trump escalates Canada trade war with new tariffs, import bans

The U.S.’ latest measures came the same day Canada started charging retaliatory tariffs matching levies the Trump administration installed last month.

By Antone Gonsalves • Sept. 9, 2026

Economy grows ‘modestly,’ with consumers wary of rising prices: Fed

“Input price pressures were notably elevated in manufacturing and construction,” the Fed said in a survey of its 12 district banks.

By Jim Tyson • Sept. 8, 2026

California legislators OK heavy-duty zero-emission truck pricing disclosure

OEMs will have to provide a manufacturer’s suggested retail price to maintain state incentive eligibility, per the bill.

By David Taube • Sept. 3, 2026

Multiple pension funds reach $526M in Yellow pension settlements

A bankruptcy court must still approve the amounts after a judge blocked multiple deals in April.

By David Taube • Sept. 2, 2026

Multiagency partnership targets possible fraudulent CDL holders

The federal initiatives will audit commercial driver’s license schools and launch a task force aimed at improving highway safety.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 1, 2026

DOT proposes streamlining land leases along roads, railroads for utility use

Revenues from the leases could fund repairs and upgrades for roads, bridges, tunnels and railroads along the corridors, according to a U.S. Department of Transportation proposal.

By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 1, 2026

Canada tariffs named on aluminum, steel, pulp and paper

Trade associations representing manufacturers of fiber, metal and glass packaging weighed in on expected effects — mainly higher costs — that could affect companies along both countries’ supply chains.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 31, 2026

Missouri kicks off truck parking expansion project along I-70

The federally funded effort will add 255 spots for truckers to park along the heavily traveled east-west state freight corridor by late 2028.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2026

Oregon’s automated oversize permitting system saves nearly $1M

The modernization project has streamlined a digital routing system and eliminated the state’s need to fill seven vacant positions, according to the state.

By David Taube • Aug. 26, 2026