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    Trucks, trailers, tonnage: Trucking Dive’s data hub shows the state of the industry

    Five charts from leading industry sources capture high-level market data.

    Updated Dec. 19, 2025
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    Trucking’s top regulatory and policy shifts of 2025

    The U.S. pushed to deregulate in some areas and raise restrictions in others to kick off Trump's second term.

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    FedEx Freight notches challenging quarter, progress toward spinoff

    The company’s LTL spin-off remains on track for 2026, but sustained weak market conditions prompted revised business forecasting.

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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions

    The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.

    Updated Dec. 22, 2025
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    California may be close to lifting ban on driverless trucks

    The state’s brief public comment period on revised rules to permit heavy-duty AV testing and deployment could suggest a willingness to proceed, a former FMCSA official said.

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    Immigration-related policies could shrink trucking workforce, report says

    C.H. Robinson noted regulations may affect some states much worse than others, based on federal estimates.

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    ArcBest’s incoming CEO prizes growth, efficiency, innovation

    Seth Runser highlighted the company’s customer-centric emphasis, comprehensive technology strategy and robust succession planning in a Q&A with Trucking Dive.

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    Not so fast! M&A deals that stalled in 2025

    Multiple deals faltered for a range of reasons, which at times included tariffs and economic uncertainty.

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    PGT Trucking acquires second-generation Kansas business

    The addition of Debrick Truck Line Co. brings PGT’s terminal network to 35 locations.

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    Texas carrier files for bankruptcy

    Texas International Enterprises previously reported having 280 power units and 600 drivers, according to a federal safety database.

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    XPO, GXO Chairman Brad Jacobs handing off roles

    The veteran logistics executive will be shifting his focus to the building products distribution startup QXO and his private equity business.

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    Courtesy of Ryder System 

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    Ryder opens metro Atlanta truck rental and serving facility

    The logistics firm is expanding its maintenance and fleet solutions operations to meet increasing demand in high-growth markets.

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    RXO’s Curve report projects lackluster Q4, improvement in 2026

    Recent interest rates cuts could help manufacturing, a critical driver of freight activity, the broker said.

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    Ryder CEO to retire, successor named

    COO John Diez will take over when Robert Sanchez retires early next year.

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    Aurora to haul frac sand on public roads in Texas

    Dozens of autonomously driven tractors are slated to take over routes in 2026 as part of an agreement with Detmar Logistics. 

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    Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026

    Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.

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    CFI will be rebranded to Heartland Express by year’s end

    The move “is the next logical step in enhancing our consolidated operating and financial performance,” the carrier said.  

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    DHL adds Tesla Semi to California fleet

    The 3PL plans to grow its EV truck fleet in 2026 as part of its long-term net-zero plan. 

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    Hogan family sells over 100-year-old trucking business

    The trucking brand will operate separately under Enterprise Mobility for the foreseeable future, according to a statement.

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    Photo by Larry Avila

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    CRST reorganization leads to hundreds of job cuts

    The carrier will reduce its fleet by 200 trucks in a move to boost reliability and long-term stability.

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    ATA, Werner exec seek express lane for veterans to land trucking jobs

    Legislation to streamline and expand training programs would expedite the transition into “good-paying trucking careers,” carrier VP Greg Hamm said.  

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    TravelCenters of America adds new cardless payment

    Fleets can use Relay’s digital platform to buy fuel, diesel exhaust fluid and in-store items.

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    Trucking lawsuits see increase in amounts of large payouts: ATRI

    But the industry can find more favorable conditions in federal courts, the organization said.

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    How trucking costs are changing, in 4 charts

    Rising expenses and flat rates have created a perfect storm for an industry already dealing with a lackluster market.

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    BNSF, CSX boost intermodal speed, launch new lanes

    The rail partnership offers faster schedules from Los Angeles to destinations including Northwest Ohio and Philadelphia.