Ryder News Updates

The second quarter of 2026 saw the strongest increase in truck and tractor rental demand in four years on a sequential basis, according to a key Ryder executive.

Used-truck market conditions improved in the second quarter of 2026 and are set to see even more upside, according to Ryder System CEO John Diez.

“Outperformance was driven by higher retail volumes relative to our expectations, and retail pricing was stable sequentially,” said Ryder CEO John Diez.

FedEx Freight incoming CEO John Smith will deliver the opening keynote in Las Vegas on May 4, weeks before the unit spins off from FedEx on June 1.

In early 2026, the primary parts-related issue for managers is cost containment, said Robert Braswell, TMC’s executive director.

Fleet maintenance leaders must negotiate a tricky balance between controlling costs and maximizing vehicle uptime through preventive maintenance.

President Trump introduced 25% tariffs on U.S. imports of medium- and heavy-duty trucks and parts on Nov. 1 as he seeks to reorient trade flows, although the full details are yet to emerge.

Ryder System acquired Georgia mobile truck and trailer maintenance specialist Truck Service Depot on Jan. 6 for an undisclosed sum, the company said.

“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside the most talented and dedicated professionals in our industry to deliver for our employees, customers and shareholders,” CEO Robert Sanchez said.

Fleet operators weigh full-service versus unbundled truck leasing as costs, maintenance risks and life cycle management shape decisions.