Chinese van-type trailer imports are facing another round of U.S. trade duties after the Commerce Department determined that the products were subsidized and sold in the U.S. market at prices below fair value. However, the impact on trailer prices may be limited because major manufacturers in Canada and Mexico avoided the significantly higher rates initially alleged. Commerce Department advances trade case The…

Freight markets are showing signs of improvement, but the recovery remains uneven across transportation modes and customer segments. C.H. Robinson expects truckload pricing to rise faster than intermodal rates, a trend that could encourage additional freight to shift to rail-based intermodal service over the next year. Truckload and intermodal pricing diverge According to C.H. Robinson, truckload pricing is likely to continue increasing…

U.S.-Mexico freight operators will receive additional weekend processing time at Laredo’s World Trade Bridge under a three-month pilot program beginning Sept. 5, 2026. The initiative is intended to reduce congestion linked to commercial-vehicle U-turns and improve the movement of cargo through the Laredo Port of Entry. Saturday hours extended at World Trade Bridge The extended Saturday operations apply only to the World…

A proposed broker-transparency measure would require freight brokers to maintain records electronically and provide copies of those records within 48 hours of a request, addressing long-standing concerns about access to transaction information in the freight industry. Electronic Recordkeeping Proposed The proposal includes four provisions intended to improve transparency in brokered freight transactions. One provision would require brokers to keep their records in…

The British government is urging social media companies to remove videos that glorify dangerous driving, following fatal crashes involving vehicles traveling the wrong way on major roads in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Government calls for removal of dangerous-driving videos Officials said platforms should take down content that celebrates reckless behavior behind the wheel, including videos showing high-speed driving, road racing, travel…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s proposal on broker transparency remains unpublished nearly two months after its expected release date, extending a wait that truckers say has already lasted far longer than anticipated. Proposal Misses Expected Timeline FMCSA has not yet released the broker transparency proposal, which was expected to provide additional clarity around information available to carriers working with freight brokers.…

States are continuing to expand automated traffic enforcement and license plate reader networks, prompting renewed debate over roadway safety, citation costs, data collection and police access to vehicle records. While transportation officials often describe the technology as a tool to reduce crashes and identify vehicles, privacy advocates and some lawmakers are raising concerns about how broadly the systems can track drivers. Automated…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s proposal on broker transparency has missed its target release date by nearly two months, extending a wait that trucking interests say has already lasted far longer than expected. Proposal Remains Pending FMCSA has yet to publish the proposed rule, leaving motor carriers and other industry stakeholders waiting for details on potential changes to broker transparency requirements.…

Who’s Your Online Go-To for Truck Parts? Owner-operators are increasingly turning to online retailers to research and source replacement truck parts, reflecting a broader change in how independent drivers manage maintenance and repairs. For drivers who operate their own equipment, parts sourcing is a regular part of running a business. A truck that is unavailable for service can affect schedules, revenue and…

Cross-border freight operators in South Texas will receive additional weekend processing capacity under a three-month pilot extending Saturday operations at Laredo’s World Trade Bridge. The initiative is intended to improve flexibility for carriers and importers, reduce congestion and limit delays associated with commercial-vehicle movements in the port area. Saturday hours extended at World Trade Bridge The expanded schedule will apply only to…

The American Transportation Research Institute’s annual Top Industry Issues survey is again drawing attention as trucking companies and drivers assess the sector’s most pressing challenges. The survey comes as signs emerge that the freight recession may be easing, potentially shifting the industry’s priorities. Economic Conditions Remain a Key Question For the past several years, freight demand, operating costs and broader economic conditions…

California lawmakers are considering legislation that would expand the state’s voucher program for hybrid and zero-emission trucks and buses, with grants covering as much as 90% of an eligible vehicle’s purchase price. Bill Targets Upfront Cost of Electric Trucks Senate Bill 1213, introduced by Sen. Eloise Gómez Reyes, D-San Bernardino, would provide additional financial support for fleets purchasing hybrid and zero-emission commercial…

States continue to expand the use of speed cameras, red-light cameras and automated license plate readers, prompting concerns about ticket costs, privacy and how collected data is used. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association says transportation policy should focus on reducing crashes rather than creating a steady stream of fines for motorists. Automated enforcement continues to spread Several states and municipalities are adding…

Massachusetts transportation officials are using short videos and a high school contest to explain roadway laws and promote safer travel, while a separate debate in the United Kingdom is focusing on social media content that appears to celebrate dangerous driving. Massachusetts promotes student safety videos The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is inviting high school students to participate in the Safe Streets Smart…

Truckload Pricing Expected to Rise Faster Than Intermodal as Freight Recovery Takes Shape C.H. Robinson expects truckload pricing to continue increasing faster than intermodal rates, potentially widening intermodal’s cost advantage and encouraging additional freight to shift from trucks to rail-based service. Pricing Differences Could Drive Mode Shifts The company expects the pricing gap between truckload and intermodal to remain a factor in…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with two pilot programs that will examine whether greater flexibility in scheduling work and rest can preserve or improve safety under federal hours-of-service regulations. Flexible Scheduling Under Review The agency is advancing pilot programs focused on the Flexible Sleeper Berth and Split Duty concepts. The initiatives are intended to evaluate whether drivers can…

# FedEx Injury Case Turns on an “Act of God” A Tennessee workers’ compensation appeal involving FedEx Supply Chain centers on whether an employee’s injuries were caused by an “Act of God.” The available court materials identify the dispute but do not include enough of the opinion’s text to confirm the Appeals Board’s final ruling or the facts surrounding the accident. Rafik…

# Appeals Court Grounds DOT’s Delta-Aeroméxico Breakup The Eleventh Circuit vacated a U.S. Department of Transportation order that terminated Delta Air Lines and Aeroméxico’s approval and antitrust immunity for their U.S.–Mexico joint venture. The court said DOT’s reasoning was arbitrary and capricious—but did not decide whether the partnership should ultimately survive. The dispute began after DOT moved to end the carriers’ nearly…

# Centerline Logistics Case Leaves Ruling Unclear The available court excerpt identifies a lawsuit by Centerline Logistics Corp. against the U.S. Department of Labor, but it does not include the judge’s actual ruling. As a result, the case’s outcome, legal reasoning and impact on trucking employers cannot be reliably determined from the supplied text. Centerline Logistics and other plaintiffs sued the Labor…

# Florida Appeal Raises More Questions Than Answers The Florida Second District Court of Appeal docket identifies **McLari Logistics, Inc. v. Berding**, filed August 14, 2026. But the available court excerpt names **Somer Alici** as the opposing party and provides no explanation of the dispute, legal issue, or ruling. That leaves the case’s outcome—and its significance for trucking and logistics companies—unclear from…

# Ohio Trucking Case Arrives Without Its Ruling The Ohio Court of Appeals lists a case involving Dick Lavy Trucking and ScriptSourcing, but the materials provided do not include the court’s reasoning or final disposition. As a result, it is not possible to accurately say who won, what dispute triggered the lawsuit, or what rule the court announced. The case, **Dick Lavy…

# Alaska High Court Shields Tribal Conference The Alaska Supreme Court ruled that Tanana Chiefs Conference has tribal sovereign immunity as an “arm” of the tribes it serves. The court also held that Dot Lake Village waived its own sovereign immunity, allowing the dispute to proceed under the court’s ruling. The case arose from a legal fight between Dot Lake Village and…

# Bowman Appeal Offers No Clear Ruling in Supplied Record The materials identify a Pennsylvania appeal by Jacob W. Bowman against the state Bureau of Driver Licensing, but they do not include the opinion’s factual background or holding. As a result, the precise license-related dispute and the court’s reasoning cannot be reliably reported. The case was docketed as No. 191 C.D. 2025…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is preparing a proposed rule that would codify the federal requirement to place commercial drivers out of service when they fail to demonstrate adequate English-language proficiency. Proposal Would Formalize Existing Enforcement Standard Under federal commercial motor vehicle regulations, drivers must be able to communicate in English with the public and enforcement officials, understand highway traffic signs…

FMCSA has removed 96 non-compliant electronic logging devices from its registered list since January 2025, including 58 devices during the current year, and is giving motor carriers up to 60 days to replace revoked equipment with compliant systems. FMCSA Updates Registered ELD List The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires electronic logging device manufacturers to self-certify that their products meet federal requirements…

# Vanroboys Trucking Case Raises Contract Dispute A federal lawsuit in Washington, D.C., pits Vanroboys Trucking Ltd. against Adam S. Olsen in a breach-of-contract case. But the available court excerpt ends before explaining the alleged promise, the claimed breach, or Judge Loren L. AliKhan’s final ruling. The case, filed as *Vanroboys Trucking, Ltd. v. Olsen*, is a business dispute—not a truck-crash or…

Paccar is recalling nearly 6,000 model-year 2027 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks after identifying potential oil contamination in the vehicles’ power distribution center boxes, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall report. Potential Loss of Critical Vehicle Functions The oil contamination could affect the power distribution center and result in a loss of drive power, antilock brake system functionality, exterior lighting,…

Three plead guilty in Louisiana CDL bribery scheme Three people have pleaded guilty in a Louisiana bribery scheme that helped at least 124 applicants obtain commercial driver’s licenses without completing the training and testing required under federal and state rules. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana announced July 31 that Mahmoud Alhattab, Jonathan Parsons and Marline Roberts each…

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced two separate recalls involving approximately 6,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks manufactured by PACCAR. The recalls address a potential oil-contaminated power distribution center and a cracked air-suspension base that could increase the risk of a crash. Power-Distribution Center Contamination The first recall covers certain 2027 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks in which the power distribution…

# Trucking Contract Case Ends in a Mystery Vanroboys Trucking Ltd. sued Adam S. Olsen in federal court in Washington, D.C., alleging breach of contract. But the available opinion excerpt cuts off before revealing the underlying dispute or Judge Loren L. AliKhan’s ruling. The case appears to center on a trucking-related contract, but the supplied text does not identify the agreement, the…

A Florida agricultural inspection stop led to the arrest of a California truck driver on felony cocaine possession charges, according to the Florida Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement. Arrest Details Mukesh Mani, 30, of California, was taken into custody in Escambia County after officers discovered the semi-truck and trailer he was operating displayed a handwritten tag without any state designation. Mani was…

National spot truckload rates rose sharply in June 2026, according to data from DAT Freight & Analytics and FTR Transportation Intelligence. Aggregate linehaul rates, excluding fuel, climbed 43 percent year over year, while flatbed spot rates posted gains of nearly 50 percent compared with the same period in 2025. Spot Rates by Equipment Type National linehaul spot rates averaged $2.72 per mile…