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JB Hunt, BNSF, GMXT launch cross-border intermodal service
All three companies seek to capitalize on the untapped potential from shippers converting over-the-road freight between the U.S. and Mexico to rail intermodal.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 12, 2025 -
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Garten Trucking’s union wage comment was improper, US appeals court says
An internal message to workers was rough but acceptable — except for a final line about raises, the three-judge panel found.
By David Taube • June 11, 2025 -
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Plus Automation to go public via SPAC deal
The virtual driver software firm expects to get up to $300 million by merging with Churchill Capital Corp IX later this year.
By Haley Cawthon • June 11, 2025 -
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PepsiCo expects nearly $1M in fuel savings for its EV semitrucks
The beverage and food company now has daytime charging access and more megawatt capacity at a bottling facility in Fresno, California.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 10, 2025 -
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LTL carriers see tonnage drop amid low shipper demand
Tonnage per day declined for Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and XPO but rose for ArcBest.
By David Taube • June 10, 2025 -
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Balkan Express files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
The Fort Worth, Texas-based transportation company’s estimated liabilities total over $10 million.
By Haley Cawthon • June 9, 2025 -
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CH Robinson, Ikea, others join coalition to test heavy-duty EVs
Several carriers and shippers will test battery-electric vehicles along the U.S. I-10 corridor between Los Angeles and El Paso, Texas.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 6, 2025 -
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Knight-Swift LTL subsidiary expands in California
DHE opened a San Jose service center as its parent company continues its efforts to develop an in-house nationwide LTL network.
By David Taube • June 5, 2025 -
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Illinois carrier files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
AZA Transportation looks to reorganize its business to pay down its more than $826,000 in debts.
By Haley Cawthon • June 5, 2025 -
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PAMT CEO inks consulting deal amid departure
Joseph Vitiritto, who is resigning, will be available to advise senior management beginning June 30.
By Haley Cawthon • June 4, 2025 -
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Port of Los Angeles presses ahead with EV transition amid regulation changes
The port will use Clean Truck Fund revenue to finance charging infrastructure and truck purchase vouchers.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 2, 2025 -
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Port of Savannah mobile app to improve trucking efficiency
The Georgia Ports Authority aims to speed up supply chain operations through easier access to information, such as changes to terminal gate hours.
By Alejandra Carranza • June 2, 2025 -
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XPO cuts outsourced linehaul miles to record level, reducing costs
The LTL carrier drove down its purchased transportation expenses by 53% year over year.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 30, 2025 -
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Pitt Ohio opens truck terminal near the Port of Norfolk
The 37-door facility is 15,000 square feet and will provide drayage services in the East Coast.
By Haley Cawthon • May 30, 2025 -
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Old Dominion Freight Line elects new board member
Investors approved information technology executive Debra King to the 12-member board.
By David Taube • May 29, 2025 -
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Torc Robotics opens first autonomous hub in Texas
The Fort Worth hub will enable the company's self-driving trucks to haul commercial freight along Interstate 35.
By Haley Cawthon • May 29, 2025 -
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JB Hunt impacted by weather conditions in Q1
The carrier reported weather-induced tightness in its brokerage and truck segments.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 28, 2025 -
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Marten Transport reinstates executives’ salaries
The company previously reduced compensation to combat the effects of an ongoing freight market recession.
By Haley Cawthon • May 28, 2025 -
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Circle K launches fleet payment mobile app
The program, developed alongside Car IQ, is designed to help drivers avoid credit card skimmers at the pump.
By Brett Dworski • May 27, 2025 -
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Weather events ding Saia’s operating ratio in Q1
Winter storms prompted closures and limited operations in some of the company’s most dense and profitable regions, CEO Frederick Holzgrefe said.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 21, 2025 -
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Harbor Trucking Association CEO to step down
Matt Schrap has led the trade group for four years and his last day will be Aug. 22.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 21, 2025 -
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Forward Air pushes for Delaware reincorporation via merger
The company’s board of directors believes that the state’s business-friendly laws will help maximize shareholder value through strategic transactions.
By Haley Cawthon • May 21, 2025 -
FedEx names CEO for Freight post-spinoff
John Smith, who led the LTL carrier from 2018 to 2021, will take the helm next year once the move is complete.
By Max Garland • May 20, 2025 -
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Aurora changes where humans ride during driverless hauls in Texas
Human observers, who used to sit in the back, will now be in the driver's seat without operating the vehicle following a request from Paccar.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 21, 2025 -
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PAMT CEO to resign
President and CEO Joseph Vitiritto will step down effective June 27.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 19, 2025
