Latest News Updates From Keiron Greenhalgh

LTL carriers are seeing stronger demand, rising shipment weights and higher rates as truckload capacity tightens, fueling optimism for the second half of 2026.

EPA has proposed ending diesel exhaust fluid-related engine derates, replacing the gradual dialing back of truck performance with visual or audible notifications.

EPA’s proposal would keep in place the tighter NOx emission limits set to go into effect in January but would scale back a significant warranty-coverage expansion.

International Motors’ sales fell 8% year over year in Q2 but climbed 21% compared with the first three months of 2026, parent company Traton Group said July 10.

The decision to bring back 400 workers and hire 200 more is one of the first public indications of the freight market rebound’s impact on truck demand.

DTNA's sales of trucks and buses rose 8% year over year in the second quarter of 2026, the first increase compared with a year-ago period in six quarters.

EPA is expected to release a draft of its long-awaited notice of proposed rulemaking on changes to NOx tailpipe emissions this week, according to ATA.

Cummins and Paccar are rolling out software updates tied to revised EPA guidance on DEF inducement. The changes aim to improve uptime and maintain missions compliance.

The lack of clarity is adding volatility to a freight market seeking a smooth ride to greater prosperity after the longest downturn in industry memory.

Owners and decision-makers at SMBs are optimistic about the prospects for the rest of 2026, a stance likely to extend the ongoing freight market recovery.