Consumer confidence dips on anxiety about jobs, income: Conference Board

The average 12-month expectation for inflation jumped to 6.2% this month from 5.7% in July, the Conference Board found in a consumer survey.

By Jim Tyson • Aug. 28, 2025

6 trucking execs weigh in on English proficiency enforcement standards

Leaders at several trucking companies discussed the policy’s potential impact on the industry, such as anticipated capacity exits.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 28, 2025

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Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

By Trucking Dive staff

Werner’s tech advancements fuel its logistics growth, CFO says

The company is working on its Transportation Management System platform, branded as EDGE TMS, scaling the use of conversational AI calling and notifications.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 28, 2025

JB Hunt appoints new CFO

Brad Delco, SVP of finance, will assume the role of chief financial officer on Monday.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 27, 2025

DOT threatens funding cuts for 3 states over language proficiency standard

Secretary Sean Duffy said California, New Mexico and Washington are not enforcing federal standards and have 30 days to make changes.

By David Taube • Updated Aug. 27, 2025

Daimler, Greenlane announce second EV charging corridor

The joint venture will enable long-haul electric trucking from Southern California to Arizona via Interstate 10.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 26, 2025

Marten Transport CEO to retire

Timothy Kohl notified the company he will step down at the end of September, with Executive Chairman Randolph Marten taking over the role.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 26, 2025

AV firm Bot Auto aims for driverless deliveries in 2025

Manufacturer and industry partner Steves & Sons envisions initial autonomous routes connecting several key cities in Texas.

By David Taube • Aug. 25, 2025

DOT relaunches EV charging fund with stripped-down guidance

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said he does not "agree with subsidizing green energy," but he will run the NEVI program "efficiently." Critics said all he did was delay implementation.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 22, 2025

Attorneys challenge Texas top court’s 2025 ruling for Werner

The state's Supreme Court in June nullified an approximately $100 million decision against Werner Enterprises related to a fatal traffic collision.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 22, 2025

US, EU agree to terms of framework trade pact

The two trading partners documented provisions of a deal that would set a 15% tariff on many EU imports, including cars, auto parts, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 21, 2025

Trucking market cycle may look more like 2014: RXO

Unsustainable rates are rebalancing a supply of transportation providers, according to a report.

By David Taube • Aug. 21, 2025

Werner says shippers’ retention for dedicated services remains strong

The carrier’s dedicated business is well-positioned to meet shippers’ needs for reliability, Chris Neil, SVP of pricing and strategic planning, said at a recent conference.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 20, 2025

Capacity tightening, signs of rebalancing: US Bank trucking report

While Q2 might not signal the end of an extreme downturn, it’s a “very good step in the right direction,” the bank said.

By David Taube • Aug. 19, 2025

Matt Schrap joins Forum Mobility

The longtime industry leader is joining the zero-emissions solutions provider as chief commercial officer.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 19, 2025

Landstar mulls sale of Mexico freight business

Potential changes related to a deal wouldn’t disrupt the third-party logistics provider’s U.S.-Mexico cross-border services, according to a securities filing.

By David Taube • Aug. 18, 2025

Love’s continues CNG focus

The travel center company opened a compressed natural gas station in California, its first since it rebranded its alternative fuels division.

By Jessica Loder • Aug. 18, 2025

Michigan asset-based carrier to become part of Hyway Trucking

An employee-owned holding company is acquiring Koleaseco, the latest move in its logistics-focused acquisition spree.

By Haley Cawthon • Aug. 18, 2025

Universal Logistics bets on specialized freight in soft market

Trucking volumes sank 22.6% during Q2, but the company sees its wind business as a differentiator and stabilizing force for the segment.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 15, 2025

Transportation market shows signs of strength, execs say

Underlying metrics continue to point in a positive direction for freight services amid trade turmoil. 

By David Taube • Aug. 15, 2025

Harbor Trucking Association names new CEO

Robert Loya, previously board president of HTA, will begin his role as chief executive officer on Aug. 25.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 14, 2025

Forward Air makes progress on review of company’s future

Executives suggested that M&A, if that even occurs, should consider the value of the company as a whole.

By David Taube • Aug. 14, 2025

Hub Group’s Mexico volumes soar 300% during Q2

The company’s efforts to grow its business south of the U.S. border via partnerships and M&A seem to be paying off.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 13, 2025

US to update national freight plan, seeking to boost global competitiveness

The update will help guide U.S. Department of Transportation policy and investment decisions.

By David Taube • Aug. 13, 2025

De minimis’ end may boost intermodal cross-border activity

Meanwhile, the eradication of the exemption for shipments from China and Hong Kong is roiling the air cargo sector, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 13, 2025