SuperRigs Registration Now Open for Bristol Event Registration is now open for the Shell Rotella SuperRigs competition, set to take place in June at the Bristol Motor Speedway. This annual event brings together professional truck drivers to showcase their customized rigs, highlighting both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality designed for life on the road. SuperRigs,…
C.H. Robinson Waives Fuel Card Fees for Carriers Amid Rising Diesel Prices EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota – C.H. Robinson, a major logistics provider, is waiving fees on its discount fuel cards and cash advances for contract carriers during April and May 2026. The move comes as diesel prices have risen sharply due to a new conflict…
Tariffs, Frozen Food Demand Reshape Cold Chains, Lineage Report Says A recent survey by Lineage, a major temperature-controlled warehouse operator, reveals how tariffs, regulations, and rising demand for frozen foods are driving significant changes in cold chain logistics. The Cold Chain Insights Survey, based on responses from 1,000 supply chain leaders, highlights adjustments by food…
Contract Premium Shrinks as Truckload Market Reprices Higher Recent data from the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index reveals a narrowing gap between spot and contract rates in the truckload market. The contract premium has compressed to $0.11 per mile, reflecting broader repricing trends amid declining freight volumes. From March 2025 to February 2026, spot rates…
Tariffs, Frozen Food Demand Reshape Cold Chains, Lineage Report Says A recent survey by Lineage, a major temperature-controlled warehouse operator, reveals how tariffs, regulations, and shifting consumer demand are disrupting cold supply chains. The Cold Chain Insights Survey, based on responses from 1,000 supply chain leaders, highlights adjustments by food and beverage companies in response…
Mercedes-Benz Announces $4 Billion Investment in Alabama Plant Served by Norfolk Southern Mercedes-Benz U.S. International has committed $4 billion to its manufacturing facility in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, through 2030. The plant, a key customer of Norfolk Southern, produces luxury vehicles for the North American market. The investment underscores ongoing development at the site, which Norfolk…
Oil Prices Surge After Trump’s Warning on Strait of Hormuz Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a direct warning to Iran, stating that the United States would respond “20 times harder” if Iran disrupts oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement, made public on March 9, 2026, at 6:35 PM PDT, coincided with…
Latest Overdrive and Truckers News Gear Guide from RoadPro Family of Brands Offers Practical Road Solutions The latest edition of the Overdrive and Truckers News Truckers Gear Guide, produced by the RoadPro Family of Brands, became available on March 13, 2024. This annual resource provides professional drivers with practical information focused on safety, comfort, and…
Borderlands Mexico: USMCA Review to Reshape North American Supply Chains Cross-border truck drivers hauling freight between the United States and Mexico face ongoing changes in trade policies and logistics infrastructure. The upcoming review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is drawing attention from industry leaders, as it could influence freight volumes, routes, and supply chain…
Trump Considers Iran Withdrawal Without Reopening Strait of Hormuz Amid New Tanker Attack President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing a U.S. exit from the conflict with Iran without restoring full access to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments. This development coincides with a fresh attack on an oil tanker in…
This Isn’t a Stickup. It’s a System Freight theft operations across the US, UK, and Europe follow a consistent pattern, according to a FreightWaves analysis. Control of shipments shifts early in the process, often before drivers or shippers realize anything is amiss. By the time discrepancies are noticed, the freight has vanished. This systemic approach…
Diesel Cargoes Circle the Globe as Iran War Upends Trade Professional drivers hauling fuel loads across North America and beyond are facing indirect ripple effects from the ongoing Iran war. Soaring global fuel prices have prompted oil traders to reroute diesel and other petroleum cargoes on extended, unconventional paths. These detours avoid conflict zones in…
### Trucker Sues Rival, Misses Deadline, Case Tanks In a stinging defeat for BBI Logistics, an Ohio appeals court upheld a trial judge’s decision to deem key admissions against the trucking firm, effectively killing its lawsuit against GRS Transport over an unpaid freight bill. The court ruled that BBI’s failure to timely respond to GRS’s…
Family of Kentucky Trucker Killed in Six-Vehicle Pileup Sues Estate of Another Deceased Trucker The family of a truck driver killed in a six-vehicle crash on an interstate in Kentucky has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the estate of another trucker who also died in the incident. The lawsuit, filed on March 11 in…
Volvo Group Announces July Start for New Heavy-Duty Truck Plant in Monterrey, Mexico The Volvo Group has confirmed plans to construct a new heavy-duty truck manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico, with production set to begin in July 2026. Announced on April 11 from Stockholm, the project represents an investment of approximately $700 million, equivalent to…
Gorilla Tape Offers Versatile Repair Options for Tractor-Trailer Drivers Professional truck drivers often face unexpected repairs while on the road, where reliable adhesion in varying conditions is essential. Gorilla Tape products, including All Weather and Crystal Clear varieties, provide heavy-duty solutions designed to stick to a wide range of surfaces on tractor-trailers and other equipment….
PMTA Names FedEx Freight Driver Mark Carver Its 2025 Driver of the Year The Professional Motor Truckers Association (PMTA) has selected Mark Carver, a FedEx Freight driver from Kearney, Missouri, as its Driver of the Year for 2025. Carver earned this recognition after winning the Straight Truck National Championship on August 29, 2025. As a…
Idaho Man Pleads Guilty to Offering $500 Bribe for CDL Skills Test Pass Ryan Basnaw, a 29-year-old resident of Meridian, Idaho, has pleaded guilty to federal program bribery after attempting to pay a commercial driver’s license (CDL) skills test examiner $500 in exchange for a passing score without taking the required examination. The U.S. Attorney’s…
Trucking Industry Faces Stricter CDL Enforcement and Carrier Oversight Recent state and federal actions are tightening commercial driver’s license (CDL) requirements and targeting problematic motor carriers, amid concerns over illegal residency, English proficiency, and safety violations. Indiana Revokes CDLs for Undocumented Residents Starting Wednesday, Indiana will revoke CDLs held by individuals residing in the United…
Canada’s Cargojet Plays Role in CEO Exit at Amazon Partner 21 Air U.S. cargo airline 21 Air, a partner in Amazon’s air network, has replaced its CEO Tim Strauss with a former executive from Canadian air cargo operator Cargojet Inc. Cargojet, which trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange as TSX: CJT, holds a minority interest…
Indiana to Revoke CDLs Held by Undocumented Immigrants Starting April 1 Indiana will begin revoking commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) held by individuals residing in the United States illegally, effective at midnight on Wednesday, April 1. This action stems from a new state law signed by Gov. Mike Braun, targeting Indiana-issued CDLs for those without legal…
DOT Secretary Duffy Predicts Spot Rate Increases Amid FMCSA Fraud Crackdown DOT Secretary Sean Duffy made a surprise appearance at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), where he committed to protecting small business trucking operations from fraudulent activities. His remarks highlighted ongoing efforts by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to address widespread fraud in…
Gimme a Break: Thieves Steal 12 Tons of KitKat Bars from European Truck A truckload of Nestlé KitKat chocolate bars, totaling approximately 12 tons or 413,793 individual bars, was stolen while in transit across Europe last week. The shipment originated from a production facility in central Italy and was headed to Poland when it disappeared….
Sheriff Reports Arrests After Diesel Thieves Put Fuel in Gas-Powered Vehicles Three men face charges in Lee County, Illinois, following a diesel fuel theft from a government property that failed when the suspects attempted to use the stolen fuel in incompatible vehicles. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Bryan Kettley, 26, and Codi Despain, 20,…
### Trucking Brokers Win Big on Liability Shield Ohio’s appeals court ruled that logistics broker BBI Logistics LLC is off the hook for a truck crash caused by carrier GRS Transport Inc., upholding a lower court’s summary judgment dismissal. The case ignited when BBI, a freight broker, arranged a load for GRS to haul. Disaster…
Echo Global Logistics Completes Acquisition of ITS Logistics Echo Global Logistics has completed its acquisition of ITS Logistics, forming a combined entity projected to generate $5.2 billion in revenue for 2025. The deal positions Echo as a larger provider of technology-enabled transportation and supply chain management services across North America. Headquartered in Chicago, Echo operates…
### Supreme Court Shields Trump from Jan. 6 Prosecution In a historic 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to **absolute immunity** for official acts taken while in office, tossing out Jack Smith’s federal election interference case tied to January 6. This blockbuster ruling slams the brakes on…
### Supreme Court Shields Cops from “Knock and Talk” Lawsuit In a 6-3 ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court dismissed a lawsuit against two Kentucky police officers who approached a homeowner’s door at night for a welfare check, holding that their actions didn’t violate the Fourth Amendment. The case stemmed from 2018 when officers arrived at…
Maine Man Charged with Operating Unlicensed CDL Training School A Maine man faces prosecution for allegedly running an unlicensed commercial driver’s license (CDL) training operation, collecting $28,100 from individuals seeking entry-level driver training. The case underscores the state’s strict licensing requirements for training providers, aimed at ensuring driver safety and program quality. According to details…
Trump Administration and Congress Advance Measures to Eliminate DEF Sensor Requirements for Diesel Operators President Trump announced new EPA guidance at the White House Great American Agriculture Celebration, targeting Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system failures that have affected truckers, farmers, motor coach operators, and other diesel equipment users. The guidance removes the requirement for DEF…
California Allocates $2.4 Million for Commercial Vehicle E-Screening and Weigh-In-Motion at Three Key Freight Corridor Locations California will invest $2.4 million to implement commercial vehicle e-screening and Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) technology at three strategic points along major freight corridors. The initiative targets enhancements in preclearance screening and real-time weight enforcement, allowing drivers to bypass traditional inspection…
Automated Driving Systems Don’t Boost Safety, NTSB Head Says The head of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) says automated driving systems are not delivering a safety boost, pushing back on the idea that adding automation to vehicles automatically makes roads safer. The NTSB investigates major transportation crashes and issues safety recommendations, but it does…
Unilever to Freeze Hiring as War Drives Up Shipping Costs Unilever is planning to freeze hiring after war-related disruptions pushed shipping costs higher, adding pressure to the company’s supply chain and operating expenses. The move signals how quickly global conflict can ripple into everyday freight networks. When shipping lanes, fuel markets, or port operations become…
DEF sensors no longer required on trucks, other diesel equipment: EPA The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has said DEF sensors are no longer required on trucks and other diesel-powered equipment. The change centers on the sensors tied to diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), a key part of modern emissions systems on many diesel engines. Those sensors…
$5.38 Diesel, a War in the Middle East, and a Refinery Fire in Texas. Here Is Your Fuel Survival Plan for the Next 90 Days. The information provided includes a headline but does not include the “raw content” needed to accurately explain what happened, why it matters, or the broader context without adding details that…
Qatar-Exxon Golden Pass LNG Plant in Texas Starts Production Production has started at the Golden Pass LNG plant in Texas, a liquefied natural gas export facility backed by Qatar and Exxon. The start of production marks a key step in bringing a major new energy project into active operation along the Gulf Coast. For trucking,…
Trucking company opens new Ohio location through use of state tax credit The details needed to write this story were not included in the raw content provided. The headline indicates a trucking company opened a new location in Ohio and used a state tax credit to support the project, but no information was supplied on…
Who can drive a truck? States get tough on CDL rules No source details were provided beyond the headline, so there isn’t enough verified information to write a factual news story about what happened, which states changed what rules, or how drivers are affected. If you share the raw content (or even a few bullet…
Cows stranded after truck driver who bypassed Port of Entry taken into custody on immigration detainer, Wyoming sheriff says A load of cattle was left stranded in Wyoming after a truck driver who bypassed a Port of Entry was taken into custody on an immigration detainer, according to the local sheriff. Details beyond that were…
Workers Who Use Their Own Vehicles Hit Twice on Fuel Costs Workers who use their own vehicles for the job are feeling a double impact from higher fuel costs: they pay more to fill up, and they often have to cover those costs up front before any reimbursement or tax benefit is realized. In many…