Logistics News
ATA’s Costello says freight recovery has legs despite headwinds
The trucking industry’s ongoing recovery from a prolonged freight recession appears to have staying power despite a mounting list of economic headwinds.
October 19, 2026Oil prices dip, but remain elevated on war uncertainty
Brent crude, the international standard, fell 0.4% to $109.38 per barrel. It remains near its highest level since May.
October 19, 2026Page Siplon plans to futureproof trucking at ATRI
As the next president of ATRI, he sees opportunities to connect more businesses with the nonprofit’s research and build partnerships across the industry.
October 19, 2026Size of trucking verdicts quadruples over 2023-2026 time span
The size of verdicts in lawsuits involving trucking companies almost quadrupled between July 2023 and July 2026, according to a soon-to-be-released study.
October 19, 2026Peterbilt, Kenworth revamp connectivity options
The Paccar Connect expansion includes a voice assistant, camera integration, an applications portal, connectivity to Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth compatibility.
October 19, 2026Fuel prices rank as trucking’s most pressing concern
The report noted that added fuel costs are passed on to consumers through higher prices for goods and higher borrowing costs.
October 18, 2026Shippers press carriers and brokers on safety
The Montgomery ruling prompted brokers and carriers to increase vetting and spurred the release of enhanced vetting software.
October 18, 2026Hexagon Agility showcases longhaul natural gas truck
The Freightliner Cascadia sleeper tractor is outfitted with Hexagon Agility’s back-of-cab and side-mount CNG fuel systems with a combined capacity equivalent to 265 gallons of diesel.
October 18, 2026Fleets target driver pay raises in select markets
“The biggest headwind right now is finding qualified drivers,” said Priscilla Peters, vice president of marketing at Conversion Interactive Agency.
October 16, 2026Oil hits $110 for the first time since May
Brent oil hit $110 a barrel for the first time since May as prospects for imminent supply relief dwindle, prompting traders to ramp up bets on higher prices ahead of the weekend.
October 16, 2026