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Trucks, trailers, tonnage: Trucking Dive’s data hub shows the state of the industry
Diesel prices climbed back upward: A national average increased nearly 10 cents on Oct. 19 to $6.28 per gallon.
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California diesel prices remain above $8 per gallon as truckers call for relief
Elevated costs could extend well into next year, an energy expert tells Trucking Dive.
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American Trucking Associations appoints new CEO
Mark Colson will start the new role Dec. 1, bringing over 20 years of experience, the ATA said.
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$200M in federal funds to aid truck parking in 12 states
The investments will “create hundreds of new parking spaces along major freight corridors and at key freight facilities,” the American Trucking Associations noted.
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ATA: Dozens of trucking companies planned pay increases for 2026
Drivers also saw improvements in compensation recently despite the difficult freight environment, the organization said.
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Retrieved from ArcBest on October 13, 2026
Shipping tool ArcBest View enhances platform for visibility, efficiency
The transportation company added automated classification, real-time tracking and a simpler integration to the interface, following feedback from customers.
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Obtained from TA Services
TA Services acquires 2 Texas-based businesses
The acquisition adds trucks and expands the Texas-based 3PL’s cross-border operations, according to an announcement.
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Top trucking conferences and events in 2027
Mark your travel calendar with this annual guide of events for trucking industry leaders and stakeholders.
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Tesla expands Megacharger network in California, Georgia
The OEM and fueling giant Pilot are scaling heavy-duty electric charging infrastructure and targeting key freight corridors.
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FMCSA lets driverless trucks swap warning triangles for cab-mounted beacons
The five-year exemption, requested by Aurora, is available to any Level 4 autonomous company with prior notice to the agency.
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Obtained from Aurora Innovation
Werner backs autonomous trucks, but economic and liability hurdles remain
The carrier is brokering freight to several AV developers, CFO Christopher Wikoff said, while cautioning that insurance questions must be resolved before the technology can scale.
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Nippon Express aims to boost US transport reliability with 5-day service
The delivery offering provides long-haul transit from Nippon Express warehouses near the Port of Los Angeles to any U.S. destination within 100 miles of designated metropolitan areas.
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Debts disrupt trucking companies in Oregon, Texas
Eskil Trucking and Site2Site Transport filed bankruptcy petitions as they moved to resolve finances with creditors.
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Freight market volumes continue decline amid rate improvements
A nearly 28% drop in August volumes compared to a year ago helps reflect the changing freight market dynamics, per U.S. Bank and DAT data.
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Obtained from Schneider National
Schneider expects Supreme Court ruling to thin carrier ranks
Executives said rising insurance costs and stricter broker vetting could push smaller carriers out of the market.
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Trump orders expanded use of tax-free dyed diesel
The president moved to defer tax obligations, and possibly provide further relief, for the remainder of 2026.
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Obtained from STG Logistics
STG Logistics names former UPS Freight leader CEO in leadership overhaul
In the wake of cutting its debt nearly $1 billion after exiting bankruptcy in July, the company also reset its C-suite and appointed new board members.
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Obtained from Neeser Construction
Family-owned Weaver Bros. of Alaska sells off majority stake in business
Afognak Commercial Group’s investment expands its presence in energy and logistics, according to a company announcement.
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XPO grows service center network to 300 sites
The LTL carrier said its new facilities will expand its capacity in the metro areas of Phoenix and Kansas City.
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CH Robinson to buy RXO for $5.8B, combining 3PL heavyweights
If approved, the deal would grow C.H. Robinson's network density and bring RXO's brokerage, expedited and last-mile services into the fold.
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Trimac opens ISO tank depot in Houston’s chemical corridor
The Pasadena, Texas, facility builds on the carrier’s Gulf Coast expansion following its acquisition of Service Transport Co. last year.
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Manufacturing expands in September, but uncertainty weighs on sentiment
Although the sector remained in expansion, "not being able to rely on a steady economic policy" is worrying manufacturers, said Susan Spence, chair of the Institute for Supply Management.
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IMC Logistics orders 50 Tesla Semis
The equipment includes standard- and long-range models that will be delivered in Q4, the company told Trucking Dive.
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Hub Group appoints 4 new directors in board overhaul
Three directors were removed by the Yeager family, while three others resigned, according to a company announcement.
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Einride taps Nvidia to scale autonomous trucking
The AV trucking company will adapt Nvidia’s Hyperion platform, built largely for passenger vehicles, to handle heavy-duty freight.