Trimac expands bulk-hauling operations

The Canada-based carrier closed its fourth acquisition of 2023 with its purchase of a long-time family-owned Tennessee trucking firm.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 31, 2023

Nikola begins hydrogen-powered truck production

Customers include J.B. Hunt, Anheuser-Busch and AJR Trucking.

By David Taube • Aug. 29, 2023

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By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2023

OnLine Transport acquires freight and brokerage services, plans for more M&A

The Indiana-based fleet has purchased A/T Transportation and its brokerage division, Automated Logistics.

By David Taube • Aug. 22, 2023

Wabash slows production line amid downturn

The OEM removed Saturday shifts at its main facility but kept full-time staff in place as analysts predict trailer manufacturing to decline in 2024.

By David Taube • Aug. 21, 2023

Railroads, car haulers scramble to meet auto delivery demands

Automakers have complained of delayed vehicle deliveries to dealerships. Rail carriers say they are fixing the problems, while trucking tries to seize an opportunity.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 21, 2023

Nikola recalls electric trucks due to battery pack fire risks

The manufacturer halted new sales of the Class 8 vehicles and advised customers and dealers to store the vehicles outside.

By David Taube • Aug. 14, 2023

Daimler Truck CFO dies in ‘tragic incident’

Jochen Goetz was “decisively responsible” for the OEM’s 2021 spinoff from Mercedes-Benz Group AG, the company said.

By Grace Noto • Aug. 11, 2023

Canada-based Titanium Transportation Group acquires US truckload carrier

The Bolton, Ontario, transportation firm paid another $6 million for Crane Transport’s Georgia and Alabama terminals.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 11, 2023

Yellow bankruptcy: 7 takeaways from court filings

Analysts noted terminals will play a central role in the company’s shutdown.

By David Taube • Aug. 8, 2023

Yellow files for bankruptcy

The company posted notices last month it was ceasing operations.

By Colin Campbell • Updated Aug. 7, 2023

Ryder used vehicle prices decline, projected to bottom out in 2024

The transportation company’s pricing didn’t slide as much as expected in Q2, CEO Robert Sanchez said on an earnings call.

By David Taube • Aug. 4, 2023

Schneider National acquires M&M Transport, targeting dedicated segment growth

The Wisconsin-based carrier projects the deal will grow revenues in its dedicated segment to $1.5 billion.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 2, 2023

JB Hunt bolsters green fleet with 13 zero-emissions trucks from Nikola

The carrier says it will deploy its first wave of vehicles on routes in the Phoenix and Los Angeles metropolitan areas.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 2, 2023

Paccar projects boost in production for 2023

Despite lingering supply chain issues, the OEM aims to build at least 290,000 Class 8 trucks for the U.S. and Canada market.

By David Taube • Aug. 1, 2023

Heavy-hauling specialist MEI expands Southeast presence with Pro-Pac deal

Buying Pro-Pac and affiliate company J&J will bolster the company’s service offerings, MEI CEO Dan Cappello said.

By Larry Avila • July 26, 2023

Nikola to be pilot customer of Bosch’s hydrogen fuel cell batteries

The electric truck maker will be the first to use the batteries as Bosch ramps up production in Germany.

By Eric Walz • July 18, 2023

California senators advance bill restricting driverless trucks

Assembly Bill 316 would limit when trucking operations without a driver could begin, though some legislators said a ban would not be forever.

By David Taube • July 13, 2023

Average operational cost of trucking surpassed $2 per mile in 2022: ATRI

Fuel, driver wages and equipment pushed costs to their highest levels on record, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

By Colin Campbell • July 12, 2023

How partnerships tie into Gatik’s view on middle-mile autonomy

The AV company’s Class 6 driverless box trucks are replacing Class 8 trucks in short-haul logistics, a spokesperson said.

By David Taube • July 11, 2023

Pilot’s tire monitoring program grows beyond expectations

The system, in partnership with Bridgestone, uses sensors to check tire pressure, temperature and more, and warns managers of potential problems.

By Jessica Loder • July 7, 2023

Regulators propose required automatic emergency braking systems

The proposed rule would require new vehicles over 10,000 pounds to have the tech, with the goal of reducing crashes and injuries.

By David Taube • June 23, 2023

Why the ATA changed its stance on speed limiters

The turnaround indicates the technology’s growing use in members’ fleets and the association's recognition of a pending FMCSA rule as inevitable.

By Colin Campbell • June 23, 2023

New Cummins tech analyzing fuel efficiency aims to launch this year

The engine manufacturer is rolling out new features following the launch of its predictive maintenance capabilities earlier this year.

By David Taube • June 20, 2023

Biden vetoes resolution to overturn EPA emissions regulations

A Senate effort to overturn the veto failed to gather the required 2/3 majority.

By Colin Campbell • Updated June 21, 2023