Carrier business, bankruptcies, freight networks, and company news.
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At least 16 trucking, delivery and transportation companies entered bankruptcy proceedings between late August and September 21, according to federal bankruptcy filings and…
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Diesel in Minnesota reached a new record average of $6.3281 per gallon on September 21, according to AAA. That is up from $6.0750 a week ago and $5.3362 a month ago. A year ago,…
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Roehl Transport is raising driver pay for the second time this year, with the new rates taking effect October 4. The increase will apply to most company drivers in Roehl’s…
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A new congressional resolution recognizes September 13–19, 2026, as National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and honors the work of America’s professional truck drivers. Rep.…
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Federal lawmakers are proposing new enforcement authority aimed at motor carriers that continue operating after their USDOT registration is no longer active. The Registration…
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Life on the road gave Def Leppard a chance to explore something familiar to professional drivers but less common in a rock band's tour content: the places where people stop to…
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Mexican truck drivers blocked commercial border crossings in Mexicali and San Luis Río Colorado on Thursday as they protested increased inspections and the revocation of B-1…
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Authorities in Mississippi are investigating the death of a 78-year-old truck driver who was found beside his 18-wheeler near the northbound Wesson rest area on Interstate 55.…
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Einride is preparing a major expansion of its U.S. electric freight network, with new equipment set to serve Amazon and other large customers across five states. The company…
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The companies were shut down between October 2025 and August 2026. Officials said 13 of the companies were “chameleon carriers.” These are companies that change their names or…
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Old Dominion Freight Line and Werner Enterprises plan to spend more money on trucks, trailers, buildings, and technology. Old Dominion increased its 2026 spending plan by $115…
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The lawsuit was filed on July 30 in a Delaware bankruptcy court. Three former Yellow workers filed the case and want it to become a larger group lawsuit. The workers say the…
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The Gordie Howe International Bridge connects Detroit, Michigan, with Windsor, Ontario. It is expected to help move traffic faster and reduce delays at the border. The new bridge…
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The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase. Officials said this is the smallest annual increase since 2014. The commission said the money will help pay…
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Industry experts say the trucking market is beginning to tighten after several years of too many trucks competing for freight. As capacity shrinks, carriers may need to offer…
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Walmart, Amazon, and AT&T lead the list of private fleets with the most trailers, highlighting the importance of company-owned transportation networks. Food distributors such as…
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The company said shippers can now use Amazon's LTL network to move smaller freight shipments to warehouses, distribution centers, retail locations, and other destinations across…
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Several companies in the automotive, steel, food processing, and energy industries announced new projects that are expected to create thousands of jobs. Industry analysts say…
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According to the report, liability insurance costs for motor carriers increased nearly 19% between 2021 and 2024. Average insurance expenses reached 10.2 cents per mile during…
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Experts say many trucking companies still do not share enough information about scams, cargo theft, and online attacks. This makes it easier for criminals to target more carriers…
