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Tennessee Weighs $1M Liability Tied to Undocumented Drivers

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:57
The bills would require law enforcement agencies to notify federal immigration agents when arresting an undocumented person operating a CMV in Tennessee.

AI, Cost Discipline Lift C.H. Robinson in Tough Q4

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:30
C.H. Robinson Worldwide used cost discipline and leveraged technology like artificial intelligence to gain market share despite fourth-quarter obstacles.

First Brands Founder Indicted on Fraud, Conspiracy Charges

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 12:04
Patrick and Edward James were each charged with nine counts, including continuing financial crimes enterprise, wire fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Shutdown Risk Puts $200M Truck Parking on Hold

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 11:50
A bill that would give a significant funding boost for projects aimed at expanding access to truck parking nationwide appears stuck in the Senate.

Judge Denies Bid to Make California Issue Non-Domiciled CDLs

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 10:06
A federal judge refused a request by Chinese American truckers to force the California Department of Motor Vehicles to resume issuing non-domiciled commercial driver licenses.

Caterpillar Earnings Boosted by AI Data Center Power Demand

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 09:24
The company’s power and energy segment — now Caterpillar’s biggest and fastest-growing segment — posted a 25% profit jump compared to the year-earlier period.

Toyota Keeps Title as Top Carmaker With Record Sales in 2025

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 09:09
Toyota kept its title as the world’s biggest carmaker for a sixth year, widening its lead over Volkswagen by posting record sales despite trade turmoil and growing competition.

US Trade Gap Widens From Smallest Since 2009 as Imports Rise

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:51
The goods and services trade gap nearly doubled from the prior month to $56.8 billion, Commerce Department data showed Jan. 29. The trade data has been prone to volatility related to trade policy.

Situation in South Grows More Dire With Icy Roads, Outages

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 08:12
It could be days before power is restored across the South, where more subfreezing temperatures are expected by Jan. 30 in areas unaccustomed to and ill-equipped for such cold.

Tesla Makes Smallest Annual Profit Since the Pandemic

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 07:50
The company reported Jan. 28 that net income last year dropped 46% to $3.8 billion despite the introduction of cheaper models and CEO Elon Musk's promise to remain laser-focused on the company.

Norfolk Southern Profit Slips 12% Amid Merger Costs

Thu, 01/29/2026 - 07:32
Norfolk Southern's quarterly profit slipped 12% amid the uncertain economy as well as unusual costs related to its efforts to merge with Union Pacific in an $85 billion deal.

Werner Boosts Dedicated Unit With FirstFleet Acquisition

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 16:03
Werner Enterprises is set to acquire privately owned dedicated truckload specialist FirstFleet and associated real estate for a combined $282.8 million.

Home Depot Cuts Jobs and Orders Staff Back to Office

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 15:45
The company is eliminating roles associated with its store support center and mandating a five-day in-office schedule for corporate workers, a spokesman confirmed to Bloomberg News.

Rising Mexican Fuel Production Threatens US Fuel Exports

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 15:02
The rise in fuel production is being driven largely by the ramp-up of the Dos Bocas plant. The refinery operated at 77.5% of its installed capacity in December, its best performance to date.

Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged While Upgrading View of US Growth

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 14:32
The Federal Open Market Committee voted 10-2 Jan. 28 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5%-3.75%. The two dissenting were in favor of a quarter-point reduction.

FMCSA Issues HOS Waiver for 40 States After Storm

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 14:10
The HOS regulatory suspension, which took effect Jan. 23, is scheduled to end Feb. 6. FMCSA indicated it would continue to evaluate and assess winter weather conditions nationwide

VTNA, Mack to Pause Production for a Week at Points in Q1

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 14:05
Yet the truck manufacturer is increasingly optimistic about the prospects for demand growth as 2026 progresses, lifting its full-year industrywide sales expectations by 15,000 trucks or 6%.

China Re-Enters Canadian Canola Market

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 13:06
China’s imports of canola and canola products from Canada — a trade valued at C$4.9 billion ($3.6 billion) in 2024 — had plunged last year after Beijing imposed steeps levies on the goods.

Seroka Maps Port of Los Angeles' Bigger, Smarter Future

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 12:00
Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka outlined his vision for a future port, built to be bigger and smarter, during his annual state of the port address.

Diesel Set to Rise as Data Centers Can Run Backup Generators

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 10:37
The Department of Energy authorized two power companies to direct data centers and other large facilities to run backup generators as a last resort to prevent rolling blackouts.

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