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Mergers & Acquisitions
Penske reaches agreement to go private
Penske Automotive Group has agreed to be taken private by Motown Acquisition Corp. in a deal valued at approximately $16.3 billion. Also: ATRI launches research into driver health, impacts on operations and costs; Drug trafficking org used "unknowing" trucks to transport; Iowa's weight-limit relief for ag haulers extended.
October 16, 2026
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Business operations
Trimble's potential T&L unit sale urges fleets to consider vendor changes
One TMS expert says carriers should consider switching TMS platforms no matter who their current provider is because AI is transforming the way business is done. The top question to ponder is whether your existing TMS will survive the future freight environment.
October 15, 2026
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October 22, 2026
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Insurance
Why motor carriers must align risk strategies with trucking contractor models
Motor carriers must carefully evaluate their diverse independent contractor models—ranging from owner-operators to fleet owners—to ensure proper risk management and workplace injury insurance alignment.
October 9, 2026
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Business
Four small fleets square off for the championship Oct. 29
Trucking companies from California to Minnesota, Utah to Alabama head to Nashville later in October to battle it out for the Small Fleet Champ title belts. Here meet Overdrive's four finalists for 2026.
October 9, 2026
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Business
TA Services expands cross-border operations with two acquisitions
The company acquired the assets and operations of Carmen Pacheco Transportation (CPT) and Interload Forwarding (ILF), both founded by Richard Ibarra Sr. Also: Florida invests $54M in truck parking; truck driver guilty of human smuggling.
October 8, 2026
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Business
Border freight eases, capacity remains tight
Cross-border freight conditions is easing slightly, but tight capacity and trade policy complicate planning.
October 6, 2026
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Business
C.H. Robinson acquiring RXO in $5.8 billion stock and cash transaction
C.H. Robinson on Monday morning announced plans to acquire RXO Inc in a $5.8 billion stock and cash transaction to form a company it said would be worth $25 billion.
October 5, 2026
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CCJ Top 250
XPO expands network with two new service centers
The company opened new terminals in Arizona and Missouri, expanding its presence in the Phoenix and Kansas City metros. Also: FMCSA denies pre-CDL driving exemption for small ag fleet; Cleveland-Cliffs exemption for HOS, equipment renewed; FedEx places big order for electric delivery trucks.
October 2, 2026
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Growth strategies
How fuel surcharges overlook efficiency and inflate shipper costs
Traditional diesel fuel surcharges pass inflated costs onto shippers while allowing high-efficiency fleets to pocket extra profits, but modern AI and digital data could link shipping rates directly to actual fuel performance.
October 1, 2026
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Business
Leighton Transport offers big-fleet clout with boutique care
Jerome, Idaho-based Leighton Transport has expanded to 28 trucks by blending a driver-first culture and factoring-free financial discipline with the purchasing power of common affiliate Arlo G. Lott Trucking.
October 1, 2026
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Growth strategies
The hidden liability risks in hauling delicate automotive parts
ransporting delicate automotive components requires carriers to adopt specialized loading, static protection, and moisture control habits to prevent costly hidden damage and freight claims.
October 1, 2026
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Zipp Express and Flanagan-White merge | USPS hauler closing down
Flanagan-White Delivery/Flanagan-White Express has merged with Zipp Express. Also: USPS contractor fleet shuttering, assets up for auction; California takes action to lower fuel prices; Wreaths Across America needs more carriers.
October 1, 2026
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Used trucks
Used truck values climb as inventory continues to shrink
Fewer used trucks are hitting the market, and buyers are paying more for them at auction.
September 29, 2026
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Finance
Daimler Truck Financial Services opens $7.8M North American HQ in Charlotte area
Daimler Truck Financial Services has officially opened its $7.8 million North American headquarters in Charlotte's Ballantyne area, uniting roughly 350 employees and expanding the company's powerful manufacturing and financial footprint across the Carolinas.
September 29, 2026
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Business
Beating the '24-hour logbook' competition, with a circle of trust
"Rules give you freedom." It's a mantra for 16-truck small fleet owner Stevey Nikolov. His owner-operated fleet strives for simplicity for those leased, and continues to make strides despite "24-hour logbook" challenges from unscrupulous competitors.
September 28, 2026
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Business
Rocking, rolling: KST Logistics stacks honors after founder's tragic passing
Founding owner-operator Ken Sanders' passing in 2024 was a shocker for the nine-truck flatbed fleet, throwing sole owner Shannon Sanders' life into turmoil. Since, though, she's regrouped, building her "dream team" with an eye on future growth.
September 24, 2026
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Growth strategies
Why a trucking recovery could be a trap for carrier profitability
While the trucking industry's recovery brings much-needed revenue growth, carriers must maintain strict cost discipline and operational visibility to avoid masking hidden financial leaks.
September 23, 2026
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Business
Decades of careful growth: Car Couriers' auto-haul hustle
Car Couriers' mostly stinger-steer car-haul units run new and used vehicles within Canada and cross-border, building owner Gerry Neilon's reputation for smooth, dependable service.
September 22, 2026
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Freight demand
Truckload rates hold steady as holiday freight season tests limited capacity
Truckload rates remain near historic highs and carriers retain strong negotiating leverage as rising peak-season freight volumes meet limited equipment capacity and elevated fuel costs.
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Components
Heavy-Duty parts inflation slows to .4% nationwide, masking steep regional swings
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Freight demand
Proposed rail merger would slash 2.1 billion long-distance truck miles from the highway annually, report finds
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Mergers & Acquisitions
PS Logistics expands flatbed footprint with Roane Transportation acquisition
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Industry
Democratic sweep of Congress sets up high-stakes battle over trucking regulations
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