CCJ StaffRegulationsTop 250 fleet requests renewal of pre-CDL operation waiverThe waiver allows Wilson trainees who have passed the CDL skills test but not yet obtained their CDL to operate without a CDL holder in the front seat. Also: Former DOT-certified medical examiner charged for allegedly falsifying DOT physicals; NTTC's Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year finalists named.December 12, 2025WorkforceHow trucking can make a stand against human traffickingHuman trafficking is a massive criminal industry affecting an estimated 50 million people globally. Truck drivers out on the highways are in the perfect position to help look for signs of trafficking and report things that seem out of place to authorities.December 12, 2025Mergers & AcquisitionsPGT Trucking acquires Debrick Truck Line, expanding its Midwest footprintPGT Trucking Adds 35th Terminal with Acquisition of Debrick Truck Line.December 11, 2025RegulationsFMCSA denies storm-relief fleet's request for HOS waiverA fleet's request for extended hours-of-service relief for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in North Carolina was denied. Also: Saia continues support of Wreaths Across America; ELDT resources available from J.J. Keller.December 11, 2025RegulationsHeating fuel haulers get HOS relief in two statesThe governors of Iowa and Wisconsin have issued emergency declarations waiving hours-of-service regulations for certain heating fuel haulers. Also: ATA announces promotions for Senior Leadership Team.December 10, 2025RegulationsCVSA asks FMCSA to issue guidance about allowance of paper medical cardsCVSA requested that FMCSA provide guidance to enforcement officials that a paper copy of a value medical examiner’s certificate is permitted to demonstrate compliance. Also: 3PL Triple T Transport expands; Internationals recalled for ECU issue.December 9, 2025RegulationsBipartisan bill would bring TSA into cargo theft fightThe bill would require TSA to launch a pilot project to evaluate the effectiveness of advanced law enforcement and cargo security technologies in combating cargo theft. Also: Arrests made in human trafficking, prostitution sting at Washington truck stop; Highway Angel of the Year voting open.December 8, 2025Economic trends2026 brings a ‘marginless recovery’ as capacity shakeout acceleratesWith freight volumes expected to recover steadily beginning in the spring but rate growth remaining anemic, carriers shouldn't expect a robust bounce-back in early 2026.December 4, 2025RegulationsOversize, overweight haulers granted renewed 30-minute break exemptionThe Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association received a full, five-year exemption for oversize and overweight loads that require a permit. Also: Saia names new CIO; Goodyear accepting Highway Hero nominations; HHG fleets announce merger.December 4, 2025Equipment controlsTorc Robotics names LiDAR supplier for autonomous trucksDaimler Truck and its subsidiary Torc Robotics have selected Innoviz Technologies to supply short-range LiDAR for its Level 4 autonomous Class 8 trucks. Also: Propane haulers' wintertime HOS exemption denied; FMCSA requests comment on warning-device waiver request; more.December 3, 2025Page 1 of 211Next PageTop StoriesMergers & AcquisitionsHeartland Express will integrate and rebrand CFI U.S. operations by year-endDrivers will remain in their current trucks but will have the option to choose from pay packages available in the legacy Heartland fleet or transfer to other subsidiaries, including Millis Transfer and Smith Transport.Mergers & AcquisitionsHogan Transports acquired by vehicle rental conglomerateWorkforceCarriers share insight into driver payInsuranceFrequency of lawsuits, size of jury verdicts against motor carriers risingBusinessUSPS contractor 10 Roads going out of business
