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Knight-Swift Executive Chairman Kevin Knight to retire
The former CEO and cofounder of Knight Transportation has moved into a consulting role with the parent company.
By David Taube • June 5, 2026 -
Obtained from Daimler Truck North America
Daimler Truck names SVP of engineering and technology
Rakesh Aneja will take over for Randy DeBortoli, who is retiring from the company after more than three decades.
By Larry Avila • June 5, 2026 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Trucking Dive
These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry.
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CMC promotes executive to CFO
The integrated intermodal and logistics services company is tapping its accounting leader to drive the company’s financial strategy.
By Larry Avila • June 2, 2026 -
Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak
The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 1, 2026 -
Hub Group names interim CFO amid accounting missteps
The company’s C-suite shakeup includes the departure of two executives — its finance chief and COO.
By Larry Avila • May 29, 2026 -
Supreme Court sides with truck driver in arbitration dispute
“The Federal Arbitration Act requires courts to enforce many private arbitration agreements. But not all,” justices concluded.
By David Taube • Updated May 29, 2026 -
Averitt projected to invest over $300M to create 2 new hubs
The sites in Kentucky and North Carolina are slated to open in 2028.
By David Taube • May 28, 2026 -
Central Transport reaches $5.5M settlement with EEOC
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said the carrier violated federal law for refusing to hire qualified women truck drivers.
By Larry Avila • May 27, 2026 -
Atlas Van Lines promotes controller to corporate role with more oversight
The company recognized longtime financial executive Greg Williams for his performance and leadership.
By David Taube • May 27, 2026 -
Florida Trucking Association names CEO
Former Ryder System executive Scott Perry will take over the post on June 1.
By Larry Avila • May 22, 2026 -
Obtained from Torc Robotics
Torc Robotics appoints CFO
The Daimler Truck tech subsidiary taps a seasoned autonomous industry veteran for the role.
By Larry Avila • May 21, 2026 -
UP, NS merger not yet a done deal as railroads critique proposal
Competitors are questioning an amended application, challenging how complete it is.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 19, 2026 -
Supreme Court delivers sweeping decision against CH Robinson
A safety provision empowering states means brokers are not immune from negligent hiring claims, according to the justices.
By David Taube • Updated May 14, 2026 -
Deep Dive
Is Amazon Supply Chain Services already a logistics heavyweight?
The umbrella of logistics offerings features attractive qualities for shippers, but questions remain around capacity allocation, experts said.
By Max Garland • May 13, 2026 -
Court OKs $3M payout in Knight-Swift employee retirement case
A federal judge approved a class-action settlement over how the company invested and the amount of 401(k) fees that workers paid.
By David Taube • May 13, 2026 -
Aurora Innovation, McLane expanding partnership in Texas
The popular food supplier is automating long-haul transport between Dallas and Houston, with additional driverless routes expected to be added later this year.
By Jessica Loder • May 12, 2026 -
Retrieved from Aurora Innovation
Aurora says lower operating costs a draw to prospective customers
The value proposition, 15 cents cheaper per mile than the typical compensation for a driver, has “resonated quite well,” CFO David Maday said.
By Larry Avila • May 11, 2026 -
CMC promotes two execs from within
The diversified intermodal and logistics services provider appointed a new COO and sales leader to fill executive roles.
By Larry Avila • May 7, 2026 -
Amazon opens logistics network to all businesses
Amazon Supply Chain Services covers freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel delivery, including for non-Amazon sellers, with 3M and Lands' End among its users.
By Max Garland • May 4, 2026 -
Obtained from Kodiak AI
California removes restrictions on driverless trucks
The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.
By Larry Avila • April 30, 2026 -
Obtained from Ryder System
Ryder System’s Q1 bolstered by contractual sales
More than 90% of the company’s revenue is generated by long-term contracts, CEO John Diez said.
By Haley Cawthon • April 30, 2026 -
Consumer confidence unexpectedly inches up as view of jobs brightens
The improved labor market outlook among consumers bolsters the argument among Federal Reserve officials opposing a cut to the main interest rate.
By Jim Tyson • April 29, 2026 -
Financial stress drags employee engagement down
Companies can step in with judgment-free guidance over finances and financial wellness, PwC said.
By Lara Ewen • April 29, 2026 -
New York sues sues DOT, FMCSA over funding loss
The state says non-domiciled commercial driver licenses and learners’ permits were issued in compliance with federal standards, including legal immigration status.
By David Taube • April 27, 2026 -
David Millis, president of Heartland subsidiary, to retire from post
The longtime trucking exec will keep his director position with the parent company.
By David Taube • April 23, 2026