ACT: Preliminary used truck sales up 24% in February
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Preliminary Class 8 same dealer used truck retail sales improved 24% m/m in February, according to the latest preliminary release of the
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Trucking groups rally behind “Dalilah’s Law” CDL restrictions
WASHINGTON — Trucking groups are rallying behind “Dalilah’s Law” a proposed legislation aimed at prohibiting states from issuing commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) to undocumented immigrants.
DAT: Diesel price shock adds to trucking’s woes
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Truckload capacity shrank across the DAT One marketplace last week as diesel prices hit their highest point since late 2022, raising concerns
Fleet Advantage survey reveals critical industry challenges
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Fleet Advantage (FA) is announcing findings from its recent Transportation Industry Benchmark Survey, a comprehensive study of today’s critical issues affecting heavy-duty
FMCSA warns against illegally purchasing USDOT, MC numbers
WASHINGTON — The Federal Motor Carrier Association (FMCSA) is cautioning drivers and fleets about illegally purchasing USDOT and MC numbers. “Upon discovery of attempts to
Cass Freight Index shows rising truckload rates in February
The February Cass Freight Index shows a mixed freight environment, with shipment volumes stabilizing after recent disruptions and truckload rates continuing to firm. “Shipments fell
Combined parts and labor falls in Q4 2025
WASHINGTON — A new report from American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council and Decisiv Inc. indicates parts and labor costs fell in the fourth
Women In Trucking reveals 2026 Driver of the Year finalists
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is announcing four finalists for the 2026 Driver of the Year award . Sponsored by Walmart,
Flow Below unveils wheel covers with Easy Air Access
ROUND ROCK, Texas — FlowBelow Aero Inc. is unveiling its wheel covers with Easy Air Access. “Our wheel covers are very easy to take on
FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index could fall to a record low
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) was already forecast in the near-term to fall to its lowest level in four years, but surging
Uber Freight market outlook: Flexibility is key
Uber Freight is announcing its Q1 update and giving its findings on the market outlook. “The freight market is entering a more complex phase in
Merchants Fleet expands maintenance and service capabilities with Cox Fleet
HOOKSETT, N.H. — Merchants Fleet is announcing an expanded strategic partnership with Cox Fleet that advances how fleet maintenance, roadside and service support are delivered
SEFL promotes Craig Parrish to service center manager in Georgia
LEXINGTON, S.C. — Southeastern Freight Lines (SEFL) is promoting Craig Parrish to service center manager in Albany, Ga. “Craig’s ability to connect with both associates
Fleetio launches AI Service Advisor
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Fleetio is announcing the open beta launch of Service Advisor, an AI capability that helps fleet managers approve high-volume repairs “faster and
ACT: Class 8 orders spur growing optimism for 2026
COLUMBUS, Ind. — After a largely lethargic year for orders in 2025, recent improvement in Class 8 order activity suggests optimism is growing for 2026,
Time to wipe the slate clean? FMCSA’s Barrs says he’d like to completely rebuild CDL training provider registry
Is it time to tear down the existing CDL training provider registry and start over? Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Administrator Derek Barrs addressed
OOIDA raises alarm on cybersecurity gaps in House bill over autonomous trucks
WASHINGTON — The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is opposing H.R. 7390, the SELF DRIVE Act of 2026, warning the bill would allow deployment of
FTR, Truckstop: Flatbed spot rates highest since October 2022
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop.com system for flatbed equipment rose for the 15th time in 16 weeks during the week ended
ATA supports rule to strengthen CDL training schools and diesel mechanic training programs
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations (ATA) is supporting a proposed rule that would strengthen CDL training schools and diesel mechanic training programs. “Supporting professional,
DAT introduces iPhone widget to help owner-operators find loads faster
PORTLAND, Ore. — DAT Freight & Analytics is introducing the DAT One iOS widget for iPhone. “Owner-operators told us they want their best load matches