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May Class 8 truck orders climb despite ongoing sales headwinds
2+ hour, 26+ min ago (974+ words) The month of May brought a modest increase in U. S. sales of new Class 8 trucks, but the results still lagged 8. 0% behind May 2025 numbers and were nearly 15% worse than the average for the five previous years (2021-2025). According to data received from Omdia,…...
Freight rates continue climb as fuel price pressure subsides. However, slow economic growth suppresses volumes
22+ hour, 14+ min ago (792+ words) The cost of diesel fuel remained a major profitability factor in May, as small trucking businesses saw increased revenues largely consumed by higher fuel prices. The rate of inflation, largely pushed by fuel costs, also rose in May, increasing non-fuel…...
Capacity crunch: Freight demand is rebounding, but driver availability may constrain future growth
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (1068+ words) After the longest freight downcycle in recent memory, the trucking industry is finally turning the corner. Capacity is down and freight rates are moving upward. Analysts predict truck sales will increase during the second half of 2026 as carriers look to…...
Schneider leadership transition to take effect July 1
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (459+ words) GREEN BAY, Wis. " As Jim Filter transitions into the role of president and CEO, Schneider National Inc. is also announcing leadership and structural changes designed to reinforce the company's focus on delivering outstanding customer service and operational efficiency. "As we…...
Truckstop, FTR: Van spot rates rise as expected in latest week
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (387+ words) BEAVERTON, Ore. " Even though the spot market is extraordinarily strong, broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop. com system continued to move in a seasonal pattern during the week ending June 26. "As expected, dry van and refrigerated van spot rates rose…...
Independence Day prep: What shippers and logistics providers should know
5+ day, 26+ min ago (246+ words) The Trucker. com As Independence Day approaches on July 4th, shippers and logistics providers across the United States should prepare for limited or altered facility hours According to Overhaul, with the holiday falling on a Saturday, some warehouses, distribution centers and…...
Trucking industry supports GHOSTRUCK Act to crack down on ELD fraud
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (626+ words) The Trucker. com...
North American transborder freight increased 19. 4% in April 2026 from April 2025
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (198+ words) WASHINGTON " North American transborder freight reached $150. 8 B in April, a 19. 4% increase over April 2025, according to USDOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Truck freight was up 18. 8% from April 2025 at $98. 4 B and rail freight also saw an increase of 15. 6% from April 2025 at $16. 7 B. Transborder…...
Medical conditions don't always mean disqualification from driving a commercial motor vehicle.
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (210+ words) If the driver qualifies for the first time under the alternative vision standard, they must first pass a road test before being allowed to drive a commercial motor vehicle. The employer can administer the test and must issue a certificate…...
Trucker Path helps drivers identify high-risk cargo theft areas
6+ day, 5+ hour ago (232+ words) PHOENIX, Ariz. " Trucker Path is announcing a collaboration with Verisk Cargo Net to introduce cargo theft trend data into Trucker Path Navigation. Trucker Path Navigation is an all-in-one commercial navigation and fleet management platform, helping drivers identify higher-risk areas and…...