"Sustainability is only sustainable if it makes business sense. You can only make a difference if you stay in business,” FedEx Freight's John Smith said.
May 5, 2026For-Hire
Stay current on for-hire carrier news with reporting on major fleets, market shifts, earnings, regulations and freight trends shaping truckload, less-than-truckload and specialized operations. This page brings together Transport Topics coverage of the companies, rankings and business developments that matter across the commercial trucking landscape, helping readers track how leading carriers are responding to demand, costs and competition.
Renewable Fuels Gain Momentum in Trucking
Renewable diesel, high-blend biodiesel and renewable natural gas are becoming more attractive options for fleet operators for multiple reasons.
May 5, 2026Hino Launches Classes 6-7 Battery-Electric Truck
The Le Series is available in both 25,950-pound and 33,000-pound configurations. Production is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026.
May 5, 2026Saia Reports Mixed Operating Metrics in Q1
Saia's operating revenue increased 2.4% to $806.2 million from $787.6 million. The operating ratio ticked up, increasing 60 basis points to 91.7 from 91.1.
May 4, 2026XPO Posts Record Q1 Earnings as OR Improves
XPO’s North American LTL adjusted OR improved 200 basis points year over year to 83.9. Total revenue increased 7.3% to $2.1 billion from $1.95 billion.
May 4, 2026Amazon Expands Logistics Network to Outside Businesses
The service gives businesses access to logistics capabilities Amazon developed to support its own retail operations and independent sellers.
May 4, 2026Schneider's Rourke Optimistic Freight Upcycle Has Taken Hold
Schneider CEO Mark Rourke expressed optimism that the freight upcycle has finally taken hold while reporting first-quarter results April 30.
May 1, 2026STG Clears Litigation Hurdle in Push to Exit Chapter 11
The company said April 27 it had reached a settlement on litigation related to STG’s 2024 liability management transaction (LMT).
April 30, 2026International Posts Q1 Loss on Sales Slump, One-Time Costs
The most recent results were also hurt by $180 million in expenses related to an assembly plant sale and $19.9 million for severance payments in Q1.
April 30, 2026