General News
Highway Bill Would Expand Access to Truck Parking
The BUILD America 250 Act introduced by House leaders would address trucking industry concerns, including access to truck parking and combating cargo theft.
Freight Tonnage Stays Flat After Strong Start to 2026
The ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index was unchanged from the prior month at 117.8. The index also was 3.5% above where it was during April 2025.
Eagle Vision Launches AI Damage Reporting Tool
Eagle Vision Security is targeting vehicle damage and delayed inspections with an AI-based platform for truck yards, logistics terminals and fleet facilities.
Iran Talks With Oman Over Permanent Toll System for Hormuz
“This will entail costs, and it goes without saying that those who wish to benefit from this traffic must also pay their share,” Iran's Mohammad Amin-Nejad said.
Kroger Plans Big Price Cuts to Take On Walmart, Costco
Kroger is looking to compete more fiercely with Walmart and other companies that have gained ground in recent years at the expense of traditional grocery operators.
FedEx Files Staged-Crash Racketeering Suit
The lawsuit describes an intentional collision-for-profit enterprise that recruited claimants to stage or exaggerate crashes involving FedEx’s commercial vehicles.
Oil Prices Bounce Higher on Iran War Uncertainty
Brent crude, the international standard, gained $1.46 to $106.48 per barrel, while U.S. benchmark crude added $1.53 to $99.79 per barrel.
Walmart Delivers Strong Quarter Fueled by Online Shopping
Walmart was cautious about the rest of the year given the current economic uncertainty.
Class 8 Truck Sales Decline 11.8% as Fleets Delay Purchases
U.S. Class 8 retail sales fell below the prior-year level as buyers continued to wait for a more sustained freight market recovery in April.
Proterra to Offer U.S. Cell Option for Batteries From 2027
Proterra’s Onyx battery platform currently uses cylindrical nickel manganese cobalt lithium-ion cells from LG Energy Solutions, manufactured in South Korea.
FMCSA’s Barrs Highlights Stronger Enforcement at ATA Mid-Year
FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs emphasized that responsible carriers play a central role in improving safety and identifying those who undermine the system.
Great Dane to Sell Company-Owned Dealerships
Trailer manufacturer Great Dane will sell all 19 company-owned dealership locations, a senior executive confirmed.
PepsiCo to Raise Prices on Small Bags of Chips
In the coming weeks, the soda and snacks maker plans to hike prices by 10 cents to 20 cents on certain single-serve bags that are now retailing for $2.69.
What BUILD America 250 Means for Autonomous Trucking
For the first time, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee included a federal policy framework regulating the deployment of self-driving trucks.
EPA Seeks Delay on Stricter Emissions Rules for Certain Vehicles
The EPA has proposed delaying stricter emissions standards for light-duty and Class 3 medium-duty vehicles until model year 2029.
U.S. Crude Oil Inventories Drop by Most on Record
The decline of 17.8 million barrels brings crude inventories to the lowest levels in nearly a year, according to data from EIA.
Stellantis to Develop Cars With Jaguar Land Rover for U.S.
CEO Antonio Filosa has flagged that partnerships will be a key pillar of the company’s strategy going forward.
Oregon Voters Reject Gas Tax Increase as Prices Soar
Democrats had raised the state gas tax by 6 cents a gallon. Republicans responded by launching a referendum campaign to refer the tax and fee increases to voters.
Lowe’s Reports Modest Sales Gain, Affirms Full-Year Forecast
Lowe’s kept its full-year outlook unchanged in the face of higher transportation costs and a muted housing environment.
UN Lowers Forecast for Global Economic Growth in 2026
U.N. economists said global GDP growth is now forecast at 2.5% for 2026, down from 2.7% in January, and it could fall to only 2.1% “in a more adverse scenario.”