TFI operating income drops amid US woes

Challenges with the carrier’s OEM and federal government customers come from tariff policy and the congressional funding-based shutdown.

By David Taube • Oct. 31, 2025

California disputes federal funding threat of $158M

The FMCSA also said the state’s CDL program could be banned if the state fails to properly check lawful immigration status in new commercial licenses and renewals.

By David Taube • Oct. 28, 2025

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XPO to record $35M cost over inherited legal issue

The disclosure signals an end to a case that has moved back and forth in Oregon courts for over a decade.

By David Taube • Oct. 27, 2025

Trump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%

The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 25, 2025

Texas-based logistics company accused of age discrimination

Gamer Logistics fired at least one person and refused to hire applicants age 65 or older, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged in a complaint.

By David Taube • Oct. 22, 2025

US formalizes tariffs on heavy-duty trucks

A 25% duty on trucks will begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers may qualify for cost offsets.

By Phil Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025

FMCSA withholds around $41M in funding from California

The federal government said the Golden State is refusing to actively enforce an English language proficiency policy with commercial drivers.

By David Taube • Oct. 16, 2025

ATA calls for more English testing, tougher CDL requirements

The trucking group sent a letter to legislators, stressing road safety and protection of U.S. commercial activity.

By David Taube • Oct. 15, 2025

Trump plans fresh China tariffs in response to rare earth export controls

The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 10, 2025

Transport companies are working closely with shippers on LTL overhaul

Pitt Ohio and Echo Global Logistics are helping steer their customers toward proper implementation of the new NMFC.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 8, 2025

Trump: Truck tariffs coming Nov. 1

The president is pushing back a previously planned implementation date for the 25% levies, per a Monday social media post.

By Phil Neuffer , David Taube • Oct. 6, 2025

Senate confirms FMCSA administrator

Former Florida commercial vehicle enforcement leader Derek Barrs’ confirmation drew praise from industry groups.

By David Taube • Updated Oct. 8, 2025

Trucking conferences to attend in 2026

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

By David Taube • Updated Oct. 3, 2025

CDL emergency ruling draws support from trucking groups

The standard for obtaining a CDL has become stricter for non-U.S. citizen drivers, which the industry sees as a positive move.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2025

DOT seeks input to reduce cargo theft

Feedback could help the department close loopholes that some carriers exploit.

By David Taube • Sept. 30, 2025

How Oct. 1 truck tariffs might play out for the industry

Potential impact will largely depend on whether the policy affects truck parts and the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

By David Taube • Sept. 30, 2025

CFOs expect tariff-fueled price pressures to persist into 2026

On average, CFOs say price growth at their organizations would be roughly 25% lower next year if not for the impact of tariffs, according to survey results.

By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 30, 2025

DOT: Emergency CDL rule doesn’t affect drivers domiciled in Canada, Mexico

But the new regulation could still take out 5% of commercial drivers in the U.S., the government said.

By David Taube • Sept. 26, 2025

DOT emergency rule overhauls non-domiciled CDL issuances

Non-U.S. citizens will be ineligible for a commercial driver’s license unless stricter rules are met, Secretary Sean Duffy said Friday.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 26, 2025

Trump sets tariffs on trucks, pharmaceuticals, furniture

The new levies, ranging from 25% to 100%, will go into effect Oct. 1, the president said Thursday.

By Phil Neuffer • Sept. 25, 2025

Senate confirms Sean McMaster to serve as FHWA administrator

Tapping his experience as a transportation staffer, he will help develop the next bipartisan surface transportation reauthorization bill.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 22, 2025

Bot Auto tractor-trailer tests 40-mile route without person onboard

The feat had the AV navigating highway traffic, unusual situations and surface streets in the Houston area.

By David Taube • Sept. 18, 2025

Fed trims main rate, forecasts 2 more cuts this year

Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the first time in 2025.

By Jim Tyson • Sept. 18, 2025

US kicks off consultation process for USMCA review

Trucking executives have 45 days to submit comments evaluating the free trade agreement governing cross-border trade between the U.S., Mexico and Canada.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 16, 2025

DOT pilot programs to give hours of service flexibility

Proposed changes will allow a 30-minute to three-hour pause in the driving window period and more sleeper berth configurations.

By David Taube • Sept. 16, 2025