Landstar driver hits million mile safe driving mark, wins Freightliner Cascadia
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Landstar is awarding a new 2026 Freightliner Cascadia truck to one of its newest Million Mile Safe Drivers, George Eason. “We are pleased
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DAT: Load and truck posts declined predictably during the holiday week
BEAVERTON, Ore. — There were 1.93 million loads on the DAT One network during the week of June 29 to July 5. The numbers are
FTR, Truckstop: Dry van and refrigerated spot rates surge
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Spot rates for van equipment typically rise during the week that includes Independence Day, but this year’s mid-year peak resulted in extraordinarily
ATA’s Women In Motion Symposium to spotlight leadership, innovation and policy impact in Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH, Pa — The 2025 Women In Motion Symposium, hosted by FedEx will bring together professionals from across the transportation and logistics industries for two
American Legion honors Averitt with Veteran Employer Award
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Averitt is being honored with the 2025 American Legion Department of Tennessee Large Employer of Veterans Award, recognizing the company’s ongoing commitment
Motive unveils global debut of ‘Positive Driving’ system
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Motive is announcing the global availability of Positive Driving, a new AI model that automatically identifies positive driver behaviors, such as
WattEV breaks ground on its sixth heavy-duty electric-truck charging depot in California
OAKLAND, Calif. — WattEV is breaking ground on its sixth heavy-duty electric truck charging depot in California, located at the Port of Oakland. “We’ve been
Daimler Trucks, Great Dane Trailers issue recalls
WASHINGTON — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reporting that Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) and Great Dane Trailers are recalling certain models.
Grand Champions announced for Arkansas Trucking Championship
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Trucking Association (ATA) has awarded nine professional truck drivers and two technicians with top prizes at the 2025 Arkansas
VIPAR Heavy Duty names Joe Meyer vice president of business development
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill. —The VIPAR Heavy Duty Family of Companies is promoting of Joe Meyer to vice president of business development. “Joe is a terrific
Pennsylvania Coca-Cola driver files federal suit against Teamsters Local 585
Pittsburgh, Pa. — Josh Hammaker, a driver for ABARTA Coca-Cola’s Houston, Pa, distribution center, is filing federal charges against Teamsters Local 585 union officials at
Kodiak selects Roush as manufacturing partner to upfit Kodiak driver-equipped trucks
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. and LIVONIA, Mich. — Kodiak Robotics Inc. and Roush Industries Inc. are partnering to scale upfitting of autonomous trucks equipped with the
Trucking industry reacts to House passage of Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s long-championed One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed the House on Thursday and now awaits the president’s signature. Trump is expected
Southeastern Freight Lines opens new facility in Charlotte, North Carolina
LEXINGTON, S.C. — Southeastern Freight Lines is announcing the opening of a relocated service center in Charlotte, N.C. “Situated in a prime spot for growth and
Former RaceTrac CEO appointed president, CEO of NATSO and NATSO Foundation
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — NATSO is announcing the appointment of Max McBrayer Jr., former CEO of RaceTrac Inc., as president and CEO of NATSO and president
Kenworth driver dies in Oregon accident
LAKE COUNTY, Ore. — A Kenworth driver died in a crash after trying to avoid an accident. According to the Oregon State Police, at approximately
ACT Research: Preliminary Classes 5-8 net orders declined in June
COLUMBUS, Ind. — June preliminary North America Classes 5-8 net orders of 21.3k units declined 39% y/y. “Publicly traded for-hire fleets ended Q1’25 with the
GEODIS recognizes Averitt as an LTL Carrier of the Year
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – Averitt has again been recognized by GEODIS as an LTL Carrier of the Year. “Our team is committed to providing consistent, reliable
FTR: Preliminary North American Class 8 net orders totaled 8,900 units in June
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Preliminary net orders for North American Class 8 trucks/tractors in June totaled 8,900 units, marking declines of 25% month-over-month (m/m) and 36%
Boss Truck Shop now open in West Memphis, Arkansas
WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. — Boss Truck Shop is announcing the opening of its newest location—Boss Truck Shop #64. “We’re excited to open our newest shop