FTR: March trailer orders stronger than expected
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — FTR is reporting U.S. trailer demand in March came in stronger than expected. Net orders rose a surprising 36% month over month
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ATRI president Rebecca Brewster announces retirement
ATLANTA, Ga. — American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) president Rebecca Brewster is announcing her retirement in early 2027, after serving the organization for 34 years,
ATA calls for drug testing modernization
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations is praising six members of Congress for sending a letter urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
ACT: Preliminary net trailer orders see surprise hike in March
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Preliminary net trailer orders in March, at 18,800 units, show a surprise hike from February numbers. March orders were up about 5,600
Duffy pulls $73M from New York over non-domiciled CDLs, CLPs
WASHINGTON — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is announcing the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is withholding over $73 million from the State of
ACT: Used truck sales strengthen in March as values maintain
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Preliminary Class 8 same dealer used truck retail sales had their second-best month since November 2021 in March, according to the latest
ATA opens nominations for Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award
WASHINGTON — The American Trucking Associations is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Mike Russell Trucking Industry Image Award. “The trucking industry touches every part
ACT: Class 8 market strength supported by tightening capacity, regulatory clarity
COLUMBUS, Ind. — While improved spot and contract rates have been the primary drivers of higher Class 8 orders, regulatory burdens, associated with higher equipment
ATRI to focus on compliance issues along with other priorities in 2026
WASHINGTON — The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is announcing its research priorities for 2026, including, “Advancing Beyond Compliance.” At its recent meeting in Atlanta,
Founder of Texas vocational and CDL school followed unconventional path to success
MT Training Center, located just south of Dallas, is not your average CDL school. This school was born out of a passion for helping people —
Study demonstrates Biodiesel Tax Credit’s benefits for consumers
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A new independent study commissioned by NATSO, SIGMA and the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) finds that the Section ’40A’ Biodiesel
Cass Freight Index: Freight volumes increase recovery optimism
The March Cass Freight Index is reporting an increase in industry optimism. “North American for-hire shipment volumes fell against year-ago levels, but increased 3.0% m/m,
FTR, Truckstop: Van spot rates retreat in latest week
BEAVERTON, Ore. — For the first time since fuel prices began to surge due to the Iran conflict, broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop.com system
DAT: Truckload freight rates hit two-year highs in March as diesel costs surge
PORTLAND, Ore. —Truckload freight volumes rose across all major equipment types in March while a sharp jump in fuel costs pushed spot and contract rates
FMCSA issues temporary exemption for medical certification proof to support NRII transition
WASHINGTON —The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is issuing a temporary exemption allowing interstate CDL holders, CLP holders and motor carriers to continue relying
STG acquires Carrier Logistics Inc.
MENLO PARK, Calif. — STG is acquiring Carrier Logistics Inc. (CLI), a provider of transportation management software for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. “CLI has always been
Truckers for Troops accepting care package requests for troops in combat zones
WASHINGTON — Truckers for Troops is accepting care package requests for deployed military serving in combat areas. “The program, operated by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers
Over 400 Volvo and Mack trucks recalled for safety issues
WASHINGTON — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reporting recalls impacting over 400 Volvo and Mack trucks. Volvo Recall Volvo Trucks North America
Registration open for 2026 FTR Transportation Conference
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Freight Transportation Research (FTR) is announcing Early Bird Registration for the 2026 FTR Transportation Conference. This year’s event will take place Aug.
Kenworth debuts limited-edition TourAmerica paint scheme for Freedom 250
KIRKLAND, Wash. — Kenworth is launching a special‑edition paint scheme created in celebration of the Freedom 250 initiative, a nationwide effort honoring the Nation’s 250th