Supreme Court delivers sweeping decision against CH Robinson

A safety provision empowering states means brokers are not immune from negligent hiring claims, according to the justices.

By David Taube • Updated May 14, 2026

ArcBest shareholders agree to shift incorporation to Texas

The carrier’s board of directors cited concerns over recent litigation and judicial frameworks in Delaware as part of the reasoning for the change.

By David Taube • May 14, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

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

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Court OKs $3M payout in Knight-Swift employee retirement case

A federal judge approved a class-action settlement over how the company invested and the amount of 401(k) fees that workers paid.

By David Taube • May 13, 2026

FMCSA to expand Motus registration overhaul in Q2

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s new system aims to increase security and save time for registrants.

By David Taube • May 12, 2026

Appeals court rejects requests to pause non-domiciled CDL rule

The new regulation has the ability to slowly sideline most noncitizens from trucking.

By David Taube • May 7, 2026

Toyota to build a hydrogen fueling station in Southern California

A partnership with Hyroad Energy will bring 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks to the company’s North American Parts Center supply warehouse.

By David Taube • May 4, 2026

California removes restrictions on driverless trucks

The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.

By Larry Avila • April 30, 2026

New York sues sues DOT, FMCSA over funding loss

The state says non-domiciled commercial driver licenses and learners’ permits were issued in compliance with federal standards, including legal immigration status.

By David Taube • April 27, 2026

ATRI lists 2026 research priorities

The organization’s six priority areas range from regulatory to weather impacts in an effort to better aid industry responses.

By David Taube • April 24, 2026

Regulatory changes weeding out low-priced capacity: Knight-Swift CEO

Federal actions such as crackdowns of non-compliant CDL schools are in the early stages of producing more favorable market conditions, Adam Miller said.

By David Taube • April 23, 2026

Interstate registration fees slated to rise by 20%

Unified Carrier Registration plan and agreement fees will increase by $9 to over $9,000, depending on the size of a carrier.

By David Taube • April 21, 2026

FMCSA to withhold $73.5M from New York over non-domiciled CDL issues

“This is unacceptable and a significant safety risk,” FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs said in a final determination letter.

By David Taube • April 20, 2026

Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper

Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.

By Phil Neuffer • April 3, 2026

Truck and Engine Manufacturers Association backs EPA in high-stakes emissions fight

The industry group seeks to support the agency’s repeal of Phase 3 greenhouse gas standards for heavy-duty vehicles.

By Haley Cawthon • April 3, 2026

Supreme Court ruling could reshape business for freight brokers, small carriers

An adverse outcome in the case could create supply chain inefficiencies and destroy hundreds of thousands of transportation companies, major industry players say.

By David Taube • April 1, 2026

Senate’s Dalilah Law Act would create criminal penalties for CDL violations

Under the proposal, immigrants without proper documentation could face the death penalty if found responsible for a motor vehicle-related death.

By Larry Avila • April 1, 2026

EPA axes diesel exhaust fluid sensor requirements

The move is expected to reduce needless downtime, cut costs and give manufacturers more flexibility.

By Haley Cawthon • March 30, 2026

Dalilah’s Law amendment seeks to make English proficiency a CDL requirement

The legislation is expected to go to a full House vote in the coming weeks. 

By Larry Avila • Updated March 18, 2026

AI trailed DEI, immigration in 2025 compliance impact, employers say

The combination of regulatory and economic uncertainty prompted more than one-third of employers in a Littler survey to reduce headcount in the past year.

By Ryan Golden • March 16, 2026

Massachusetts DOT to add 15 weigh-in-motion stations

The state is partnering with tech firm Quarterhill to install sensors, vehicle identification systems, and other roadside equipment along key highways. 

By Haley Cawthon • March 13, 2026

FMCSA action on non-domiciled CDLs preventing relief in court case, California says

The state said it is prevented from issuing the licenses until the federal agency lifts a mandated “pause.”

By David Taube • March 11, 2026

FMCSA at last drops permanent rear-impact guard labeling requirement

For years, industry groups called for change. That's finally slated to happen, effective March 23.

By David Taube • March 5, 2026

Notorious Chicago interchange is now nation’s worst truck bottleneck: ATRI

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Metro Area secured four spots on the annual list of the 10-most congested roadways.

By Larry Avila • March 2, 2026

DOL moves to loosen independent contractor regulations

The agency proposed a return to the “economic reality test” adopted during the first Trump administration.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 27, 2026

‘Dalilah law’ legislation calls for English proficiency testing

A new bill suggests that anyone with a commercial driver’s license would need to be recertified by a state within six months.

By David Taube • Feb. 26, 2026