OEMs poised for improvement in 2023

Supply chain disruptions are becoming less severe, but Volvo Trucks North America and analysts still note continuing risks.

By David Taube • Jan. 25, 2023

Lag times, labor shortfalls and leasing: What’s affecting waste fleet management in 2023

Some supply chain snags that made it harder to procure trucks and parts could ease, but skilled maintenance workers are still in high demand.

By Maria Rachal • Jan. 25, 2023

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

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JB Hunt pays nearly $9M in appreciation bonuses

The payout marks the second consecutive year drivers, maintenance technicians and full-time hourly employees will get extra cash.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 24, 2023

JB Hunt forecasts intermodal rebound in 2023

Intermodal President Darren Field told investors that “appropriately cautious” shippers want the carrier and its rail partner BNSF to prove they can achieve their service and velocity goals.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 24, 2023

US Xpress names new president of dedicated

Julie Van de Kamp takes on the role, continuing a more than 15-year tenure with the carrier.

By David Taube • Jan. 23, 2023

RoadOne expands Southwest presence with new acquisition

The purchase of Texas-based The Transporter Inc. is one of several M&A deals the company has closed since 2021 as it continues its rapid shopping spree.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 23, 2023

Trucking conferences to watch in 2023

Trucking professionals have a host of conference options to choose from this year.

By A.B. Brown • Jan. 23, 2023

Why Trimble spent $2B on a European logistics firm

Improved technology and a larger customer base are among the benefits of the deal, experts said.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 20, 2023

Estes opens 200-door LTL terminal in Texas

The 200,000-square-foot facility, the largest in the carrier’s network, has a five-bay shop and 15,000 square feet for offices.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 20, 2023

LTL industry believes NMFC classification system works

The standard deserves more credit for being a user-friendly resource, writes Joel Ringer of the National Motor Freight Traffic Association.

By Joel Ringer • Jan. 18, 2023

Indiana freight brokerage firm promotes 2 executives

Circle Logistics names leaders to supervise its operations across three states.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 18, 2023

XPO hires Wall Street analyst as chief strategy officer

Longtime auto analyst Ali Faghri brings a wealth of experience and deep investor relationships, CEO Mario Harik said.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 17, 2023

Large-scale trucking M&A could cool in 2023

A challenging economy may make major deals more difficult to execute.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 13, 2023

Werner expands borrowing capacity with $1B credit facility as it eyes acquisitions

The carrier rolled over debt and replaced two credit facilities as part of the new deal.

By David Taube • Jan. 13, 2023

Estes enters 4th generation of family leadership with new president, COO

Webb Estes, a CDL holder and former VP of process improvement, takes on leadership amid economic turmoil.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 11, 2023

CH Robinson’s decision to part ways with CEO a head-scratcher for analysts

The logistics company's next chief executive will face a soft market as the world braces for an economic slowdown.

By Larry Avila • Jan. 11, 2023

An inside look at how XPO uses technology in its terminals and trucks

Transport Dive toured one of the LTL carrier's largest facilities to see how it monitors its dockworkers and drivers in real time.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 10, 2023

How women are breaking down barriers in the trucking industry

As the industry races to recruit more drivers, trade groups and the White House are among those working on solutions to attract diverse talent.

By Heather Larson • Jan. 10, 2023

PGT Trucking buys Nikola battery-electric truck, plans to lease 100 more

The flatbed carrier’s foray into BEV trucks is an effort to align with customers’ green energy commitments, President Gregg Troian said.

By David Taube • Jan. 9, 2023

Apprenticeships open opportunities to trucking industry careers

Many carriers find the programs offer a way to bring diverse candidates, including veterans, into a driving career.

By Heather Larson • Jan. 9, 2023

FMCSA rejects industry request to share hair testing results

The Trucking Alliance, which includes major players such as J.B. Hunt and Knight-Swift, plans to “continue to press the issue.”

By David Taube • Jan. 6, 2023

One owner-operator’s perspective on why more truck parking is so critical

Doug Smith, of Utah-based Ralph Smith Co., said he recently had to park on an on-ramp in Nevada for a nap.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 6, 2023

LTL rating system needs an overhaul, but the industry might not be ready

Density-based pricing, which could put a stop to constantly evolving rules, may require gradual adoption.

By Lanny Fleming • Jan. 5, 2023

ATA leaders outline trucking’s 2023 priorities

President Chris Spear and Chair Dan Van Alstine share their vision for the next year in an interview with Transport Dive.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 4, 2023

CH Robinson ousts CEO in wake of layoffs, falling demand

The logistics giant terminated Bob Biesterfeld without cause. Its former board chair was named interim CEO on Jan. 1.

By David Taube • Jan. 3, 2023