Werner execs say Baylor Trucking deal checked all the M&A boxes

A deal that started from conversations at industry meetings is now expected to bring perks for both companies.

By David Taube • Oct. 5, 2022

PGT Trucking partners with Penske in maintenance tech shift

The Pennsylvania-based carrier has moved away from an internal network as it works to ensure capacity in a tight freight market.

By David Taube • Oct. 5, 2022

OOIDA pushes FMCSA for decision on broker requirements

The lack of public progress has undermined carriers’ confidence, the association’s CEO wrote in a Sept. 28 letter.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 5, 2022

Carriers work to restore service after Hurricane Ian

Trucking rates are expected to rise slightly as recovery efforts continue.

By Colin Campbell , Max Garland • Oct. 4, 2022

JB Hunt expands transload capabilities with Texas, Washington facilities

The carrier now boasts transloading capacity at four of the largest U.S. ocean ports and the largest land port of entry in the country.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 4, 2022

Buttigieg announces nearly $40 million in grants to expand truck parking

The money will pay for additional parking in Florida and Tennessee, plus tech to help drivers find open spaces.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 3, 2022

Werner acquires Baylor Trucking

Baylor will remain a stand-alone company within Werner, bringing 234 drivers and 200 trucks into the fold.

By David Taube • Oct. 3, 2022

Flashback: Execs share lessons, solutions with peers at FTR conference

An array of businesses recently shared how they’re navigating volatile market conditions and staffing challenges.

By David Taube • Oct. 3, 2022

‘Inevitable reality’: Werner forges ahead with new AV partnership

The transportation provider completed a week-long pilot with Kodiak Robotics which made 100% of deliveries on time.

By David Taube • Sept. 30, 2022

XPO names chief HR officer for brokerage spinoff

Heidi Ratti will begin her role with RXO when the spinoff is complete.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 30, 2022

Stoughton Trailers uses robotic welding to build chassis amid labor woes

Staffing challenges have changed the ROI on automation for the OEM, which projects strong demand to continue through 2023. 

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 29, 2022

Saia VP details why terminal expansion is central to carrier’s growth plans

Kevin Szydel, vice president of operations, West, shares his perspective on the LTL carrier’s three Kansas terminal openings.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 28, 2022

Shipper initiative targets zero emission trucking fleets by 2040

Ikea, Unilever and Maersk are among the founding members of a push to phase out the heaviest, most polluting freight vehicles.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2022

US Postal Service pursues facility consolidation to reduce transport costs

The agency is streamlining its facility footprint in a five-year initiative, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said in an interview.

By Max Garland • Sept. 27, 2022

OOIDA asks Biden to end vaccine mandate at US border

The mandate has pushed some trucking companies to rethink operations, OOIDA President Todd Spencer said in a letter Monday.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 27, 2022

Daseke hires Pilot Thomas Logistics exec as next CFO

Aaron Coley will replace Jason Bates, who resigned last week, the flatbed and specialized carrier said in a securities filing.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 26, 2022

Saia opens 3 LTL terminals in Kansas

The carrier has opened five terminals in Q3 alone, with up to five more expected by the end of the year.

By Colin Campbell • Sept. 22, 2022

Werner COO to step down

Marty Nordlund will shift into a business development role with the promotion of Eric Downing, SVP of its dedicated business.

By David Taube • Sept. 21, 2022

Ryder’s contractual business is a buffer in a volatile economy

More than 85% of the carrier’s revenue is contractual, which CEO Robert Sanchez said will help offset a declining spot market.

By David Taube • Sept. 20, 2022

Yellow optimizes Western US terminals to become ‘super regional carrier’

The carrier plans to complete the optimization of 89 terminals this month.

By David Taube • Sept. 19, 2022

How a small 3PL is managing big growth

Full Tilt Logistics is using technology and a strong company culture to its advantage as it expands its fleet.

By Amanda Loudin • Sept. 19, 2022

The great resignation — An opportunity to rethink your PPE offerings

What do your PPE offerings have to do with employee retention? Get insights from Red Wing for Business.

By Tito Warren, President Global Industrial Sales and Operations Red Wing Shoe Company • Sept. 19, 2022

Trucking executives share autonomous vehicle timeline projections

Multiple company leaders said they don’t expect the technology to be widespread during their careers.

By David Taube • Sept. 15, 2022

CIO to CEO: Mario Harik gets technical about innovation — and disruption — in trucking

XPO Logistics’ incoming CEO used technology to build the company’s trucking arm. Now he’ll be overseeing the entire business.

By Matt Ashare • Sept. 14, 2022

Stevens Trucking to equip existing fleet with autonomous technology

The Oklahoma-based company plans to retrofit up to 500 trucks with Locomation’s technology, which uses a relay model pairing autonomous and driver-operated vehicles.

By David Taube • Sept. 14, 2022