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Mergers & Acquisitions

Proficient Auto Logistics acquiring Hansen & Adkins for $130 million

Proficient Auto Logistics is acquiring Hansen & Adkins in a $130 million deal to build North America’s largest finished vehicle transport platform and expand into Canada.

August 10, 2026

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Bickner Trucking beats its own fuel economy record

One year in, updated figures show as much as a 6.1% improvement in fuel economy among the company's four efficiency units.

August 7, 2026

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October 22, 2026

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Trucking's operational costs: What drove 2025's to a new record high

According to the latest ATRI benchmarking report, the average operational cost of trucking has hit a new record high. In this episode of 10-44, we break down why fleet costs accelerated, how fuel prices, medical inflation, and repair bills are impacting fleets, and what to expect for the rest of 2026.

August 7, 2026

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Technician training

Why apprenticeships are the future of fleet maintenance

To combat a growing technician shortage and closing the gap in vocational education, fleet maintenance operations are adopting structured apprenticeship programs to train and retain top talent.

August 6, 2026

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Trimac acquires California Freight, expands food-grade logistics and bulk transport footprint in two states

Calgary-based Trimac Transportation has acquired California Freight, expanding its food-grade logistics and bulk transport footprint across California's Central Valley.

August 4, 2026

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Volatile freight market drives rates up in second quarter as qualified capacity shrinks

A shrinking pool of qualified carriers and tighter regulatory enforcement drove up spot rates across all major equipment modes in the second quarter of 2026, according to TA Services' latest trendline report.

August 4, 2026

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Small Fleet Champ: Deadline for entry extended to Aug. 15

Here's a huge thanks to every small fleet owner who's put their trucking company in the running for the 2026 awards, and good news for those who haven't: we're extending the deadline a couple weeks through to Aug. 15 for initial entry.

July 31, 2026

STG Logistics to pay $2.7M in New Jersey misclassification case

The company recently completed a financial restructuring following Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Also: Averitt boosts driver pay; C.R. England, Groendyke founders among ATHS hall of fame inductees.

July 31, 2026

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C.H. Robinson warns of 'soaring' transportation costs if record nuclear verdict stands

C.H. Robinson is appealing a Texas jury’s advisory verdict in a fatal trucking collision, warning that rising nuclear verdicts threaten national supply chains and transportation costs.

July 30, 2026

Onfreight Logistics hauled first loads across new U.S.-Canada bridge

The family-owned fleet has long advocated for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to be built. Also: New hydrogen fueling station open in SoCal; I-65 partially reopened in Louisville; bridge height awareness campaign ongoing this week; SEKO Logistics expands in U.S.

July 30, 2026

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Pricing power drives Old Dominion’s Q2 rebound

Old Dominion Freight Line reported a 30.5% surge in second-quarter net income to $350.6 million.

July 29, 2026

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Growth strategies

Simple ways to improve operating efficiency

Fleet managers can improve overall operating efficiency and cut costs by analyzing asset utilization, optimizing delivery routes, and leveraging technology to ensure compliance and coach driver behavior.

July 28, 2026

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On the clock: First 24 hours critical in fleets' accident response

Proactive post-accident planning, immediate reporting, and total data preservation are essential for commercial fleets to counter aggressive plaintiff attorneys and nuclear verdicts.

July 28, 2026

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Fleet tech consolidation: Trimble's T&L unit may be next

Legacy systems meet AI disruption: Is this the driving factor behind Trimble's potential T&L exit, or is it simply portfolio strategy?

July 27, 2026

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How to increase your trucking business's chances of financing approval

Positioning your trucking business for financing requires strong financial records, steady cash flow, good business credit, and up-to-date compliance docs.

July 26, 2026

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Just a few days left to compete for Small Fleet Champ: Enter here

On the line for four 3-30-truck finalist owners are membership benefits through NASTC and a trip to Nashville for the championship event this fall. That's not to mention bragging rights, plenty industry recognition and that vaunted title belt. Enter by July 31 to compete via this short form.

July 24, 2026

Growth strategies

Why the market is ripe for full-service leasing

Facing volatile fuel prices, tariffs, and severe technician shortages ahead of the 2027 EPA emission rules, commercial fleets are turning to full-service leasing to lock in cost predictability and operational stability.

July 23, 2026

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U.S. Xpress turns profit for first time post-sale, Knight-Swift profits surge

U.S. Xpress saw steeper rate gains than legacy Knight-Swift brands during the period.

July 23, 2026

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Ionization technology aims to reduce fog-related vehicle accidents

Rain Enhancement Technologies is piloting its fog mitigation system at the California Department of Transportation Dynamic Test Facility. The technology aims to target known fog zones to enhance visibility and reduce related traffic incidents.

Don't underestimate AI's role in trucking's recovery

Multi-vehicle highway collision on wet freeway during rainy conditions with truck and passenger cars

The blind spot in fleet safety: When AI misses the crash risk

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J.B. Hunt eyes 2027 bid season rate hike to fend off higher driver, fuel, and medical costs

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