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    Trucks, trailers, tonnage: Trucking Dive’s data hub shows the state of the industry

    Five charts from leading industry sources capture high-level market data.

    Updated Aug. 8, 2025
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    ArcBest sees gains in operations through AI

    The technology is helping optimize resources as the carrier reduces less profitable lanes, several executives said in a recent Q2 earnings call.

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    Aurora begins nighttime driverless operations

    The company said nighttime driving, which it began in July, “doubles truck utilization potential.”

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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions

    The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.

    Updated Aug. 6, 2025
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    Schneider starts early peak season surcharges for intermodal

    The carrier is starting similar conversations with truckload customers about higher shipping costs.

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    3 Big Numbers: How is 7-Eleven’s turnaround going?

    Seven & i’s North American arm saw boosts in operating income and delivery sales while making progress on several initiatives during Q1.

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    Shippers are being more decisive despite uncertainty: Ryder

    The Trump administration’s sweeping new tax law has provided clarity for some supply chain customers, CEO Robert Sanchez told investors.

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    Old Dominion Freight Line notes some progress in Q2 revenue

    The LTL carrier remains committed to its business model despite a lengthy downturn, the company said in a Q2 earnings call.

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    US, Mexico agree to extend USMCA-tariff pause

    The two countries will continue to negotiate over a 90-day period during which imports from Mexico will avoid a planned 30% tariff from the Trump administration. 

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    Werner used equipment pricing boon helps Q2 earns

    Resale values reached more than two-year highs, CFO Chris Wikoff told investors.

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    BP partners with Wex on new fleet card

    Drivers will be able to use the Earnify card at more than 8,000 gas stations across the U.S., including TravelCenters of America and Amoco locations.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump speaks next to Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney during the G7 Leaders' Summit on June 16, 2025 in Kananaskis, Alberta.
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    US imposes 35% tariff on Canada imports

    President Donald Trump said the duties will take effect Aug. 1, except for goods under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

    Updated Aug. 1, 2025
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    Wabash buoyed by parts and services amid weak freight market

    In Q2, the segment grew by 15% sequentially and by nearly 9% year over year.

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    Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern agree to merge

    The two companies aim to close the transaction in early 2027, bringing together 50,000 route miles to form “the first transcontinental railroad” in the U.S.

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    EPA seeks to reverse 2009 emissions framework

    The proposed measure could produce sweeping ripple effects on regulations such as last year’s phase three greenhouse gas emissions rule for heavy-duty trucks.

  • P.A.M. Transportation has acquired Metropolitan Trucking for $77.4 million.
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    PAMT posts third straight operating loss

    The hit came with a truckload operating ratio of 112.5% in Q2.

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    US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says

    Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.

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    Paccar weighs risks of tariffs, US security threat investigation

    The truck manufacturer anticipates a $75 million hit from tariffs in Q3, but Q4 impacts may vary depending on the U.S. commerce secretary’s findings.

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    New Saia terminals improve past breakeven setbacks

    An operating ratio for younger facilities reached the mid-90s, the company said on a Q2 earnings call.

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    ‘Losing steam’: Economy stalls amid trade uncertainty

    As tariff impacts hit, production output, hiring and inventory levels are flatlining, per Victoria Bloom, chief economist at the National Association of Manufacturers.

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    Industry leaders continue clash over driver shortage views

    The ATA and OOIDA shared sharply different takes about the state of hiring and workforce retention during a Senate subcommittee hearing last week.

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    Tariffs, economic uncertainties keep freight markets flat, analysts say

    Truckload and LTL markets continue to face demand softness as shippers wait to see how trade policies evolve.

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    Heartland Express reports Q2 operating loss, volatile market

    The carrier faced tariff-related headwinds during the quarter while struggling to integrate new acquisitions.

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    Knight-Swift makes big gain in TL profits despite revenue slip

    In contrast, some segments posted notable drops in Q2 operating income compared to a year ago.

  • Federal infrastructure bill can help truck parking, advocates say

    ATA and OOIDA leaders urged senators to consider a House bill in testimony advocating for road safety.