Logistics News
FMCSA seeks emergency review of chameleon CDL schools
The trucking industry has coped with so-called chameleon motor carriers, brokers or freight forwarders that quickly reopen under new names.
October 16, 2026Diesel costs squeeze trucking ahead of peak shipping season
The trucking industry is navigating major fuel cost pressures heading into the holiday shipping season, but the severity remains uneven.
October 16, 2026J.B. Hunt focuses on margin repair as costs rise
The Lowell, Ark.-based carrier reported that revenue increased 21% to $3.68 billion from $3.05 billion in the third quarter.
October 16, 2026Oil prices stable as world supply remains under pressure
Brent crude fell 0.6% to $105.26 per barrel. Oil prices continued to stay elevated as global oil supply remains under pressure without a deal between the U.S. and Iran to end the Iran war.
October 16, 2026National Retail Federation forecasts holiday sales growth
The NRF Annual Holiday Forecast found that retail sales are expected to grow 4.2% year over year in November and December.
October 16, 2026FMCSA approves warning beacons for autonomous trucks
Autonomous truck software developers received a boost from the FMCSA, which OK’d the use of beacons rather than warning triangles for five years.
October 15, 2026Trucking groups seek congressional support before midterms
At events in Ohio and North Carolina, industry representatives sought support for legislation addressing lawsuit abuse, truck parking and accident fraud.
October 15, 2026How long will consumers have to pay higher gas prices?
A slew of economic data Oct. 15 showed that inflation accelerated last month as more expensive oil and gas began to lift prices in other parts of the economy.
October 15, 2026USDOT awards $200 million boost for truck parking
The Department of Transportation announced Oct. 14 that $200 million will be invested in truck parking in 12 states, including Iowa, Wisconsin and Georgia.
October 15, 202612 states want Oracle gas pipeline approved in New Mexico
The attorneys general argue to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission that a broader environmental review could complicate similar projects across the country.
October 15, 2026