Business, Safety

Trucking Cares Supports N.C. Recovery With $50K Donation

The largest donation in Trucking Cares Foundation history will help hospital workers in western North Carolina rebuild their own lives while they serve their storm-ravaged community.

November 27, 2024
Business, Logistics

NMFTA’s LTL Freight Classification Updates Coming July 2025

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association has set July 19, 2025, as the date it will launch its updated less-than-truckload freight classification system.

November 27, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Rises 4.8¢ to $3.539 a Gallon

The U.S. average diesel price rose 4.8 cents to $3.539 per gallon, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration for the week ending Nov. 25.

November 25, 2024
Business, Logistics, For-Hire, Top 100

Kenan Advantage Expands Dry Bulk With Two November Deals

North Canton, Ohio-based KAG has expanded its dry bulk transportation services with two acquisitions, strengthening its logistics capabilities across North America.

November 25, 2024
Business, Logistics, For-Hire, Top 100

Schneider Acquiring Cowan Systems in $390 Million Deal

Schneider is acquiring Baltimore-based Cowan Systems in a $390 million deal that will expand the carrier’s dedicated trucking services. The transaction is set to close by the end of 2024.

November 25, 2024
Business

ATD Announces Jacqueline Gelb as New President

Gelb succeeds Laura Perrotta, who left American Truck Dealers earlier this year to take the reins at the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers.

November 22, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Drops 3¢ to $3.491 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 3 cents to $3.491 a gallon in its third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 18.

November 18, 2024
Business, Logistics, For-Hire

Moran Transportation Expands Into Ohio With RMX Acquisition

The acquisition brings 50 to 60 trucks and three service centers into Moran’s operations, increasing its total to 12 service centers and more than 675 pieces of equipment across the Midwest.

November 18, 2024
Business, Logistics, For-Hire, Top 100

Landstar Taps Beacom and Miller for New Roles

Joe Beacom will become president of Landstar System Holdings. Matt Miller will succeed Beacom as vice president and chief safety and operations officer.

November 18, 2024
Business, Equipment

SmithCo Develops Kingpin Housing for Side-Dump Trailers

SmithCo Inc. has developed a patent-pending kingpin housing for its side-dump trailers that’s intended to improve durability and reduce maintenance costs.

November 15, 2024