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    Wawa debuts first-ever electric truck

    The c-store chain will run a six-month pilot program in partnership with Penske in order to “test and learn” more about this side of the electric vehicle space.

    By Brett Dworski • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Fleets pressured by higher insurance, claim costs

    Knight-Swift and Heartland Express reported elevated expenses in H1 and auto insurance premiums rose in Q2, continuing a yearslong streak.

    By Sept. 7, 2023
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    Werner found guilty of discriminating against driver applicant

    The carrier expressed disappointment this week with the jury’s decision and is considering an appeal.

    By Sept. 7, 2023
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    Schneider National names new CFO

    Darrell Campbell will join the Wisconsin-based carrier Sept. 30.

    By Sept. 6, 2023
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    Maverik completes deal for C-store chain, fuel carrier

    The deal, announced in April, involves the acquisition of Kum & Go convenience stores and tanker trucking company Solar Transport.

    By Sept. 5, 2023
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    Nearly 7% of US bridges in poor condition

    The Lacey V. Murrow Memorial Bridge in Seattle and the Route I‐678 span over Flushing Bay Promenade in New York City were downgraded, according to a new report.

    By Julie Strupp • Sept. 5, 2023
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    Horse-trading likely in Yellow terminal auction: bankruptcy expert

    "It can be a very value-maximizing process," said George Singer, partner at Holland & Hart.

    By Sept. 5, 2023
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    ATRI asks trucking industry to rank top concerns of 2023

    Fuel prices edged out the driver shortage as the chief issue in last year's results of the American Transportation Research Institute's annual survey.

    By Sept. 1, 2023
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    Trimac expands bulk-hauling operations

    The Canada-based carrier closed its fourth acquisition of 2023 with its purchase of a long-time family-owned Tennessee trucking firm.

    By Aug. 31, 2023
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    Radiant Logistics scoops up Yellow brokerage talent

    Former Yellow Logistics leaders Steve McCleary and Ryan Stroup opened a new Radiant location in Overland Park, Kansas.

    By Aug. 30, 2023
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    Mountain Express bankruptcy closes 19 Pilot-branded locations

    The retailer ended all convenience store leases and fuel or branding agreements it had in place.

    By Brett Dworski • Aug. 30, 2023
  • Mountain Express terminates store leases, fuel supply agreements

    The company's bankruptcy case has escalated to Chapter 7 after a proposed sale to Arko Corp. failed to materialize.

    By Brett Dworski • Aug. 29, 2023
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    Nikola begins hydrogen-powered truck production

    Customers include J.B. Hunt, Anheuser-Busch and AJR Trucking.

    By Aug. 29, 2023
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    3 years of trucking coverage and a new name: Trucking Dive

    The trade publication formerly known as Transport Dive will continue bringing you the latest trucking news and trends.

    By Aug. 28, 2023
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    OOIDA wants FMCSA broker transparency ruling ‘as soon as possible’

    The agency promised a notice of proposed rulemaking by June, and OOIDA members "are understandably questioning the status," the association said.

    By Aug. 25, 2023
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    Schneider National open to more M&A deals

    President and CEO Mark Rourke said growing the carrier’s dedicated segment will come organically and through acquisitions.

    By Aug. 24, 2023
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    Yellow’s terminals coveted for location, rarity

    Opportunities to make a network more fluid are enticing LTL providers to bid in the shuttered company’s bankruptcy proceedings.

    By Aug. 24, 2023
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    Schneider National ramps up EV use to keep pace with California rules

    CFO Steve Bruffett said the carrier is hesitant to invest more in the technology until the U.S. has charging infrastructure to match.

    By Aug. 24, 2023
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    CH Robinson’s focus on technology boosts productivity, cuts costs

    The brokerage reported productivity gains amid downsizing, getting closer to achieving a long-term goal.

    By Aug. 23, 2023
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    Mountain Express fuel supply cutoff costs retailers millions

    Two more convenience store operators have accused the bankrupt oil company of nearly shutting down their businesses.

    By Brett Dworski • Aug. 23, 2023
  • Trucking peak season optimism moderated by uncertain consumer demand

    “I don’t have any customers really predicting a significant peak season,” J.B. Hunt Intermodal President Darren Field said at an investor conference.

    By Aug. 23, 2023
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    Maverik accepting Comdata fleet and fuel cards

    The move expands payment options for truck drivers.

    By Jessica Loder • Aug. 22, 2023
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    TransAm Trucking names new president, CFO

    The Kansas-based reefer, dedicated and drayage services provider announced the appointments earlier this month.

    By Aug. 22, 2023
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    Railroads, car haulers scramble to meet auto delivery demands

    Automakers have complained of delayed vehicle deliveries to dealerships. Rail carriers say they are fixing the problems, while trucking tries to seize an opportunity.

    By Aug. 21, 2023
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    Ripple effect of Yellow’s collapse spreads across LTL market

    As much as half of Yellow’s freight could go to carriers outside the top 10, analysts wrote in a research note.

    By Aug. 18, 2023