EVO acquires Midwest-based carrier in move to diversify its freight

The acquisition will also give "huge density in the Midwest market,” President and COO Kris Kohls said in an interview with Trucking Dive.

Southeastern Freight Lines expands service to New Mexico

The growth is rooted in the success of the LTL carrier's Texas operation, VP Brian Schulz told Trucking Dive.

Ports brace for a potential ILA strike

East Coast and Gulf Coast seaports are extending hours and sharing contingency plans as they prepare for disruption.

Tech firms applaud California’s heavy-duty AV proposal

The industry has been waiting to deploy the technology further in the state for years, officials noted.

J.B. Hunt, Daimler add eCascadia to Arizona route

The EV truck will haul the OEM's aftermarket parts from a Phoenix distribution center to dealers along a 100-mile route.

Hyzon says next-gen hydrogen truck is ready to scale

“We are proud to announce it has evolved from a prototype to a vehicle ready for full production,” CEO Parker Meeks said.

ATRI surveys drivers on changing demographics

The 20-question survey asks drivers to share their race, gender, experience, earnings level, company size and other details.

Yellow must pay some of $6.5B in pension liability

The bankrupt carrier and pension plans are sorting out pension obligations and formulas under dispute.

Connected vehicle tech could help nationwide e-tolling, officials say

Public and industry leaders have long noted obstacles in regional wireless transponder networks while also envisioning more seamless traveling.

Amid political talk at work, employees want resources for psychological safety

Employers can facilitate open and respectful dialogue, as well as offer policies and resources to address employees’ concerns and needs, Randstad says.

Covenant rehires former SVP of sales

Tyson Wimberly returned to his former employer after stints with ArcBest and MoLo Solutions.

US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains

The proposed rule would ban certain technologies, such as fleet-tracking telematics, from countries that could pose security risks.

Interest rate reduction poised to help trucking balance sheets: analyst

The Federal Reserve’s move was welcome news for an industry beleaguered by a prolonged freight recession.

Union push ends at Werner subsidiary

In a reversal from a year ago, workers signed a petition to revert a developing union contract.

FedEx Freight slashes spending 62% ahead of potential spinoff

The logistics giant nearly halved overall truck and trailer expenditures last quarter.

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Linehaul rates rise year over year amid challenging August

“However, year-over-year comparisons are little consolation for truckers looking for better pricing now,” DAT Chief of Analytics Ken Adamo said.

Casella expanding in New York and Connecticut with latest acquisition

The family-owned waste haulers, Royal Carting and Welsh Sanitation, are expected to generate over $90 million in annualized revenues.

5 things truck drivers want you to know

For National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we collected some takeaways from ride-alongs and driver interviews this year.

FedEx confident shippers will accept pricier holiday fees

The logistics giant is looking to extract additional revenue after weaker-than-expected demand last quarter.

Marten execs take temporary pay cut

Company leaders saw 7.5% and 5% reductions to base pay as part of a cost-cutting program.

DB Schenker, Maersk, Pepsi to pilot I-10 EV truck corridor

Chargers will power the heavy-duty electric trucking operations between Los Angeles and El Paso, Texas, starting in 2027.

Fed cuts main rate by half point, voices confidence inflation falling

The central bank trimmed borrowing costs from a two-decade high after policymakers noted their growing concern about softening in the labor market.

EV trucking, politics take center stage at TCA conference

The association’s Fall Business Meeting & Call on Washington featured a Q&A with an EPA official and advocacy for truck parking funding.

Uber Freight upgrades its TMS

Updates include simplified dock scheduling features and a streamlined load management experience, the company said.

Loan woes spike for BMO transportation customers

Despite repayment challenges, trucking is seeing early signs of stabilization, the financial company’s chief revenue officer said.