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Phillips 66, Kinder Morgan Advance Western Gateway Pipeline

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 15:03
California and Arizona boast some of the country’s highest gasoline and diesel prices, owing in part to a loss of West Coast refining capacity.

New York, California React Differently to FMCSA CDL Threats

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 13:52
New York is holding its ground despite a $73.5 million funding hit, while California complied — revoking thousands of licenses to avoid steeper losses.

J.J. Keller Launches New Asset-Tracking Service

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 13:35
J.J. Keller & Associates recently introduced a new asset-tracking service, the Encompass Fleet Safety & Compliance Platform.  

ATRI President Rebecca Brewster to Retire in 2027

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 12:29
American Transportation Research Institute President Rebecca Brewster will retire in early 2027 after 34 years with the organization, including 25 as its leader.

Hyundai Plans to Boost US Output to Offset Tariffs

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 12:05
Hyundai has grappled with U.S. tariffs, along with supply disruptions and uneven demand for electric vehicles, since its new CEO took over at the start of 2025.

U.S. Trailer Orders Defy Seasonal Slowdown With March Gain

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 11:12
U.S. trailer orders showed a sequential gain that defied seasonal expectations, given the historically expected slowdown that starts around March.

Why a Single Bypass Method Isn’t Enough

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 11:00
Mobile app-based weigh station bypass is expanding fast. It deploys quickly, requires no dedicated hardware, and covers more screening locations. For fleets, that means more chances to avoid unnecessary stops. But more chances and reliable results aren’t the same thing.

Cleveland-Cliffs ‘No Longer in a Hurry’ on POSCO Deal

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 10:07
CEO Lourenco Goncalves cited improving U.S. steel prices and stronger demand from the American auto industry.

House Republicans Press HHS to Update Drug-Testing Rules

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 09:49
Federal drug-testing rules overseen by the Department of Health and Human Services are drawing renewed pressure from trucking interests. 

Carney Says Canada's Economic Ties With US Are 'Weaknesses'

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 09:39
The prime minister cited tariffs and lack of business investment due to "the pall of uncertainty that's hanging over all of us."

Knight-Swift More Confident in Up Cycle Despite Guidance Cut

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 09:36
The carrier’s post-market announcement April 16 is intended to reset expectations ahead of the release of earnings for the first quarter on April 22.

Energy Chief Says Gas May Not Dip Below $3 Until Next Year

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 09:24
Gas prices “have likely peaked” and are certain to decline once there’s a “resolution” to the war with Iran, Chris Wright said on CNN.

US Weighs Tougher Auto Import Rules to Accelerate Reshoring

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 08:29
Officials have discussed requiring vehicle imports to have a minimum amount of U.S. parts, and limiting automakers' ability to lower their tariff rates under USMCA.

Businesses Can Now Claim Refunds for Trump Tariffs

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 07:49
Companies must submit declarations listing the goods on which they put billions of dollars toward the import taxes the Supreme Court subsequently struck down.

QXO to Buy TopBuild in $17 Billion Building Products Deal

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 07:26
The TopBuild acquisition makes QXO the second-largest publicly traded building products distributor in North America.

Oil Prices Jump 5% as US, Iran Clash in Strait of Hormuz

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 07:06
U.S. benchmark crude gained $5.18, or 6.3%, to $87.88 a barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, gained 5.3% at $95.20 a barrel.

Interactive Map: Where the 2026 Top 100 Logistics Companies Are in North America

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 05:00
Find out where the 2026 Top 100 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.

Tariffs Continue to Drive Volatility, 3PLs Say

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 05:00
The Trump administration's hefty and oft-changing tariffs on U.S. imports disrupted trade patterns, creating uncertainty for shippers and their 3PL providers.

3PLs Hopeful for Freight Market Recovery

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 05:00
After withstanding a freight downturn that has persisted for nearly four years, third-party logistics providers have been eagerly awaiting a market rebound.

Logistics Firms Embrace AI While Retaining Human Touch

Mon, 04/20/2026 - 05:00
Freight brokers and 3PLs generally have embraced the latest advances in artificial intelligence while continuing to emphasize the value of human expertise.

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