Backlog of truck orders nears 10 months as shortage of semiconductors, plastics impact manufacturers
If there are statistics that best show the weirdness of the U.S. market for Class 8 trucks, it might be these: May sales were down
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Truckload rates soared in May despite lower freight volumes
PORTLAND, Ore. — Spot truckload freight rates hit record highs in May despite a month-over-month decline in volume, a sign that transportation networks are not
NBA star invests in trucking company to turn former inmates into trustworthy drivers
ATLANTA — In May, NBA superstar Kyrie Irving invested $500,000 in Fleeting, a Black-owned, New York-based commercial trucking and fleet management services company. This investment
Averitt Express marks 50th anniversary by celebrating associate milestones
COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — Averitt Express is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2021 by celebrating milestones achieved by members of its “Over 20 Team.” Averitt’s Over 20
Money mechanics: Using a factor can help cash flow, allowing owner-operators to focus on freight
When it comes to operating your own trucking business, being a great driver isn’t enough. It takes more than driving skill to profitably manage a
Landstar recognizes Customer of the Year, Safety Officer of the Year
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Landstar System Inc. recently recognized its 2020 MUST Customer of the Year, as well as its Safety Officer of the Year. Southwire
April freight levels dropped slightly from a robust March but rates still excellent
Strong freight rates continued to drive trucking revenues upward in April, despite some loss of volume, according to reports received from several sources. The Cass
Women In Trucking names Casey Stone member of the month for June
PLOVER, Wis. — The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has named Casey Stone as its June 2021 member of the month. Stone is the customer solutions manager
Many roads to a driving career are soon to merge
A common argument among commercial truck drivers pits drivers who were taught to drive by a relative or friend, or who learned by bouncing around
Fuel outlook: Availability and pricing should be stable through summer months
Trucks powered by electricity may be making the headlines, but trucks burning old-fashioned diesel fuel are still moving the freight. As summer approaches, diesel fuel
Lower availability, higher prices for new Class 8 trucks can be expected
U.S. sales of new Class 8 trucks declined in April, according to data received from ACT Research. Sales of 19,714 trucks were 12.4% lower than
DAT Truckload Volume Index slips 5% in April, falling from all-time high in March
PORTLAND, Ore. —Truckload freight activity declined in April, but the month was still the second busiest month on record for shippers, freight brokers and motor
Bulk foods carrier Oakley Transport is first in industry to receive ISO certifications twice
LAKE WALES, Fla. — Oakley Transport Inc. is the only bulk food transporter in its industry to be certified twice with the International Standards Organization
Spear to serve another 5-year term as ATA president and CEO
SAN ANTONIO — The board of directors for the American Trucking Associations (ATA) voted Monday, May 18, to renew the contract for association president and CEO
As demand remains steady, rates rise but number of drivers falls
After a brief slowdown due to severe weather in February, freight levels roared back in March and are expected to continue climbing in the coming
‘Insurance act’ brings discussion of safety measures to lower rates
To no one’s surprise, Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (D-Ill.) in mid-April reintroduced his “Insurance Act” that would increase minimum liability insurance coverage mandates for motor
Convoy releases first corporate sustainability report
SEATTLE — Digital freight network Convoy on May 4 released its first corporate sustainability report. According to a company statement, report underscores Convoy’s commitment to shipping
DAT: One year after touching bottom, spot truckload rates are soaring
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Spot truckload rates remained near all-time highs during the week ending May 3, one year after bottoming out as U.S. economies closed
DOL withdraws ‘independent contractor’ rule; trucking industry weighs in
WASHINGTON — Effective May 6, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has withdrawn the Independent Contractor Rule. When the DOL initially published the rule in
Three finalists revealed for WIT’s Distinguished Women in Logistics Award
PLOVER, Wis. — On May 3, the Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced three finalists for the 2021 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award (DWLA), which