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• Arizona targets fake CDLs as states struggle to enforce English-language rules    (2026-01-31)
  A proposed bill in Arizona would allow police to arrest truck drivers found using falsified commercial driver’s licenses and seize tractors. The post Arizona targets fake CDLs as states struggle to enforce English-language rules appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Vantage Carrier claims $1.3M unpaid by R&R, RFX as lawsuits mount    (2026-01-30)
  A federal lawsuit by Vantage Carrier alleges R&R Family of Companies affiliates failed to pay more than $1 million in freight invoices, adding to mounting carrier and creditor claims following the company’s collapse. The post Vantage Carrier claims $1.3M unpaid by R&R, RFX as lawsuits mount appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First Brands Enters Mediation as Shutdown Looms    (2026-01-30)
  First Brands and its main creditors will start mediation sessions to potentially resolve a series of business-crippling disputes that have left the auto parts maker weeks away from a shutdown.
• Congress Proposes Taking the Fox Out of the Henhouse    (2026-01-30)
  When a driver or carrier challenges bad data through FMCSA's DataQs system, the appeal often goes right back to the same officer who issued the violation. That's about to change. The Motor Carrier Safety Screening Modernization Act finally brings independent review to the challenge process, and that's the real game changer buried in this bill. The post Congress Proposes Taking the Fox Out of the Henhouse appeared first on FreightWaves.
• DOT inquiry signals new era of scrutiny for electric trucks    (2026-01-30)
  The Trump administration is investigating whether EV safety risks justify a retreat from electric truck adoption following the rollback of federal emissions mandates. The post DOT inquiry signals new era of scrutiny for electric trucks appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Schneider Expresses Renewed Determination After Q4 Results    (2026-01-30)
  Schneider responded to a disappointing fourth quarter with renewed resolve to improve operations and prepare for an expected freight upturn, the company reported Jan. 29.
• Canada Post, letter carriers hammer out details on final contract    (2026-01-30)
  Canada Post and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers have finally finalized language on a new labor contract. It’s been a long, difficult process. The post Canada Post, letter carriers hammer out details on final contract appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trailer Orders End Year With Sequential Jump    (2026-01-30)
  U.S. trailer orders in December improved substantially from the previous month, and also improved over the prior-year level, according to ACT Research.
• Exxon, Chevron on Way to Best Month Since 2022    (2026-01-30)
  Shares of U.S. oil giants Exxon Mobil and Chevron are on track for their largest monthly gains in more than three years, boosted by rising energy prices and geopolitical tensions.
• Poland’s HayWay to Make US Entry With 80 VNL Sleepers    (2026-01-30)
  Parent company HayWay Group employs 900 staff in Europe and operates in 11 European countries, CEO Artur Lewandowski said in an interview with Transport Topics.
• Trump Policies Pinch Profits of Transport, Industrial Firms    (2026-01-30)
  Earnings reports from some large U.S. manufacturers and transportation companies drove home how President Trump’s policies on trade and energy are putting a squeeze on the sector’s profits.
• Amazon’s LTL offering reaching out to shippers as possible customers: report    (2026-01-30)
  Amazon is starting to curry favor with potential customers of an LTL offering. The post Amazon’s LTL offering reaching out to shippers as possible customers: report appeared first on FreightWaves.
• ArcBest, LTLs still waiting on recovery    (2026-01-30)
  ArcBest is cutting costs and improving processes as the market looks to shake off a prolonged downturn. The post ArcBest, LTLs still waiting on recovery appeared first on FreightWaves.
• DOJ policy shift on diesel 'deletes': Owner-ops stay wary of civil enforcement    (2026-01-30)
  Two truck owners react to DOJ's recent shift away from criminal pursuit of delete shops and emissions tampering. Both emphasize...
• Interprovincial trucking, trade barriers discussed at Canada’s First Ministers meeting    (2026-01-30)
  Interprovincial trucking and the removal of interprovincial trade barriers were on the list of discussion topics as Canada’s First Ministers wrapped up their meeting in Ottawa on Jan. 29, according […]
• Descartes drives the future of visibility with agentic AI    (2026-01-30)
  The industry-wide push for better visibility has fundamentally reshaped the way freight moves. Freight visibility platforms have built networks with millions of users, promising real-time insights. The post Descartes drives the future of visibility with agentic AI appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Covenant Logistics signals rate momentum, fleet discipline after Q4 loss    (2026-01-30)
  Covenant Logistics reported a Q4 net loss, but told analysts it is seeing early signs of pricing power and improving freight fundamentals heading into 2026. The post Covenant Logistics signals rate momentum, fleet discipline after Q4 loss appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Tariffs Caused $400 Million Hit to Canadian Railways in 2025    (2026-01-30)
  U.S. tariffs on commodities and the resulting uncertainty led to more than $550 million Canadian ($406 million) in forgone revenues last year at Canada’s two largest railroad operators.
• Florida, Arizona bills would let police seize, sell trucks driven by illegal aliens    (2026-01-30)
  New bills introduced in Arizona and Florida would allow police to impose harsh fines for false CDLs, take and sell trucks driven...
• Walde, Moye, Barkery named TCA’s 2025 Highway Angels of the Year    (2026-01-30)
  The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named Terry Walde of Searcy Trucking, Deshown Moye of Melton Truck Lines, and Heather Barkey of Nussbaum Transportation as the 2025 Highway Angels of […]
• Illinois Judge Rules $243M of Transportation Funds Misspent    (2026-01-30)
  Judge Alison Conlon ordered Jan. 28 that Cook County’s use of $243 million in transportation tax revenues during the 2023 fiscal year violated the state constitution's Safe Roads Amendment.
• Pilot, Tesla to Build Charging Sites for Semi at Truck Stops    (2026-01-30)
  Pilot Travel Centers is teaming up with Tesla to build a series of charging stations catering to the Elon Musk-led manufacturer’s Class 8 battery-electric Semi tractor, mostly in Western states.
• Federal agencies outline action plan to stabilize CBSA systems following outages    (2026-01-30)
  The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Shared Services Canada (SSC) introduced a 10-point action plan aimed at addressing recurring IT outages that have disrupted Canada’s supply chains, including cross-border […]
• Carrier Integrity Pact looks to identify carriers that do things right    (2026-01-30)
  George Krasulja wants to bring integrity back to the Canadian trucking industry. Or, at the least, to recognize the carriers that do operate with integrity. The TransX director is in […]
• FMCSA Counts Inspections. Nobody Counts Compliance.    (2026-01-30)
  FMCSA and its state partners conduct 3.3 million roadside inspections annually, placing nearly a million vehicles and drivers out of service, but states are measured on inspection volume, not enforcement outcomes. The inspectors' own alliance wants to eliminate the requirement that carriers confirm they fixed the problems. There are 800,000 carriers and 12,000 audits a year. Texas has a state law that conflicts with federal ELP requirements, so drivers get licensed there and are placed out of service elsewhere. We're counting inspections. Nobody's counting compliance. The post FMCSA Counts Inspections. Nobody Counts Compliance. appeared first on FreightWaves.
• EPA Rejects CARB Plan to Test Out-of-State Truck Emissions    (2026-01-30)
  A California program that aimed to remotely measure the emissions output of heavy-duty vehicles traveling on state roads has been officially halted by the Environmental Protection Agency.
• US Issues License for Oil Companies to Operate in Venezuela    (2026-01-30)
  The Trump administration issued a general license expanding the ability of oil companies to operate in Venezuela, a significant step to ease sanctions under the new leadership in Caracas.
• Auto Supplier Bosch Sees Tough Markets Persisting Until 2027    (2026-01-30)
  Robert Bosch GmbH doesn’t expect to see significant improvement in its key markets until next year, adding to cost pressures that already triggered a wave of job cuts.
• Funding Deadline at Risk Despite Shutdown Deal    (2026-01-30)
  The federal government is poised for a short shutdown with Congress unlikely to meet a midnight Jan. 30 deadline to clear a spending package through both legislative chambers.
• Non-Domiciled Rule Stayed, But FMCSA Is Still Stacking Paper    (2026-01-30)
  The D.C. Circuit stayed FMCSA's non-domiciled CDL rule in November. The agency asked to place the litigation on hold while it works on a final rule. FMCSA is still seeking three-year approval for the information collection requirements, states must retain ID documents and SAVE queries for two years, and produce them within 48 hours of request. The post Non-Domiciled Rule Stayed, But FMCSA Is Still Stacking Paper appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trump Picks Kevin Warsh to Lead the Federal Reserve    (2026-01-30)
  Warsh, who served on the U.S. central bank’s Board of Governors from 2006 to 2011 and has previously advised Trump on economic policy, would succeed Jerome Powell when his term ends in May.
• Weaker container volumes, rates lead Q3 loss for ONE ocean group    (2026-01-30)
  Ocean Network Express posted a net loss of $88 million in the third fiscal quarter on weaker container traffic and rates.  The post Weaker container volumes, rates lead Q3 loss for ONE ocean group appeared first on FreightWaves.
• CN shows financial, operating gains in fourth quarter    (2026-01-30)
  Canadian National said fourth-quarter revenue and operating income improved but warned of flat freight traffic in 2026.  The post CN shows financial, operating gains in fourth quarter appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Maersk Air Cargo to cancel Asia-US flying with Boeing 767s, Amerijet    (2026-01-30)
  Maersk Air Cargo is giving up on Boeing 767 freighters for trans-Pacific service and cutting ties with partner airline Amerijet as it transitions to the use of larger, more economical 777 jets. The post Maersk Air Cargo to cancel Asia-US flying with Boeing 767s, Amerijet appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First look: ArcBest’s Q4 misses mark    (2026-01-30)
  Transportation and logistics provider ArcBest missed fourth-quarter consensus expectations. The post First look: ArcBest’s Q4 misses mark appeared first on FreightWaves.
• English Language Proficiency violations—what’s really happening?    (2026-01-30)
  Are ELP out-of-service violations actually effective law enforcement? The post English Language Proficiency violations—what’s really happening? appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First look: CN revenue, profit grows on rail freight gains    (2026-01-30)
  Canadian National saw fourth-quarter revenue and profits climb on improved efficiency and higher freight volumes. The post First look: CN revenue, profit grows on rail freight gains appeared first on FreightWaves.
• China company will give up Panama Canal ports after court ruling    (2026-01-30)
  The Hong Kong company that operates ports at the Panama Canal will have to relinquish control after a court ruling. The post China company will give up Panama Canal ports after court ruling appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Legislation to reform DataQ appeals back in play    (2026-01-30)
  Under terms of the bill, FMCSA would establish guidelines for a DataQs appeals process, among other provisions. Also: DOT requests...
• ITS Logistics skimps carrier almost $40K after falling for cargo theft scam    (2026-01-30)
  The exact settlement amount between ITS Logistics and Illyrian Transport shows that the broker got away with only paying half...
• Trucking Legislation 2026. The 101 Breakdown Carriers Need    (2026-01-29)
  Arizona lawmakers just passed a bill out of committee that would let cops seize a commercial truck on the spot if the driver is here illegally with a fake CDL. Welcome to the new reality of trucking legislation, where highway safety and border enforcement are colliding in ways that will reshape how carriers operate. The post Trucking Legislation 2026. The 101 Breakdown Carriers Need appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First look: Covenant Logistics reports Q4 net loss    (2026-01-29)
  Covenant Logistics posted a Q4 loss, while highlighting fleet rationalization and balance-sheet discipline as key priorities for 2026. The post First look: Covenant Logistics reports Q4 net loss appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Schneider National’s shares sink on weak Q4, 2026 outlook    (2026-01-29)
  Schneider National’s stock was down 16% in after-hours trading on Thursday following a worse-than-expected earnings report. The post Schneider National’s shares sink on weak Q4, 2026 outlook appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Bill empowers truck drivers to fight flawed safety data    (2026-01-29)
  New legislation would mandate independent appeals for safety data contested by truck drivers while expanding carrier access to current driver records. The post Bill empowers truck drivers to fight flawed safety data appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Amazon in Talks to Commit $50 Billion to OpenAI    (2026-01-29)
  The ChatGPT maker has held discussions with Amazon, Nvidia and SoftBank Group for a new funding round, according to a person familiar with the matter. Details still could change.
• Tesla to install Semi chargers at Pilot Travel Centers    (2026-01-29)
  Partnership targets key U.S. corridors with first locations opening in summer 2026 The post Tesla to install Semi chargers at Pilot Travel Centers appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Brampton man charged for transporting illicit tobacco in Saskatchewan    (2026-01-29)
  A Brampton, Ont., man has been charged after Saskatchewan Highway Patrol officers stopped the trucker near Battle River, Sask., and discovered 9.1 million illicit cigarettes in his trailer. The stop […]
• Jim Filter to Follow Mark Rourke as Schneider CEO in July    (2026-01-29)
  Jim Filter currently holds the title of executive vice president and group president of transportation and logistics and will join the board when he takes up his new role.
• Nvidia and Mercedes Advance Robotaxi Partnership    (2026-01-29)
  “Together, Mercedes-Benz, Nvidia and Uber will build a global platform that makes autonomous driving available to everyone,” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said.
• Tennessee Weighs $1M Liability Tied to Undocumented Drivers    (2026-01-29)
  The bills would require law enforcement agencies to notify federal immigration agents when arresting an undocumented person operating a CMV in Tennessee.
• AI, Cost Discipline Lift C.H. Robinson in Tough Q4    (2026-01-29)
  C.H. Robinson Worldwide used cost discipline and leveraged technology like artificial intelligence to gain market share despite fourth-quarter obstacles.
• Florida-based AGX Freight halts operations amid lender dispute    (2026-01-29)
  Jacksonville-based AGX Freight Group has suspended operations after a lender dispute restricted access to working capital. The post Florida-based AGX Freight halts operations amid lender dispute appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First Brands Founder Indicted on Fraud, Conspiracy Charges    (2026-01-29)
  Patrick and Edward James were each charged with nine counts, including continuing financial crimes enterprise, wire fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering.
• Shutdown Risk Puts $200M Truck Parking on Hold    (2026-01-29)
  A bill that would give a significant funding boost for projects aimed at expanding access to truck parking nationwide appears stuck in the Senate.
• Situation in South Grows More Dire With Icy Roads, Outages    (2026-01-29)
  It could be days before power is restored across the South, where more subfreezing temperatures are expected by Jan. 30 in areas unaccustomed to and ill-equipped for such cold.
• FMCSA defends foreign driver restrictions despite multi-state backlash    (2026-01-29)
  Regulators are pursuing a three-year extension for a non-domiciled CDL data collection despite legal challenges, citing a need for federal oversight. The post FMCSA defends foreign driver restrictions despite multi-state backlash appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Prologis forecasts ‘moderate global rent growth’ in 2026    (2026-01-29)
  Logistics real estate operator Prologis said “a new cycle is kicking off” in 2026. The post Prologis forecasts ‘moderate global rent growth’ in 2026 appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Port Houston hits container highs as Corpus Christi leans on LNG growth    (2026-01-29)
  Port Houston posted record container and truck volumes in 2025, while Port of Corpus Christi saw modest overall declines in cargo traffic. The post Port Houston hits container highs as Corpus Christi leans on LNG growth appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Judge Denies Bid to Make California Issue Non-Domiciled CDLs    (2026-01-29)
  A federal judge refused a request by Chinese American truckers to force the California Department of Motor Vehicles to resume issuing non-domiciled commercial driver licenses.
• Paschall employee ownership group IPS announces leadership transition    (2026-01-29)
  Interstate Personnel Services (IPS), which runs a family of employee-owned trucking companies, has announced CEO Dave Gibbs will retire Feb. 1 after eight years at the helm. He’ll be replaced […]
• The $75,000 Bond and Truckers Left Holding The Bag    (2026-01-29)
  Nearly 88,000 trucking companies closed in 2023. Fraud losses topped $455 million in 2024. Carriers filing claims against $75,000 surety bonds are discovering that the pot's already been split 50 ways. As the Supreme Court prepares to rule on whether brokers can be held liable for hiring bad carriers, it's time to ask: who really bears the risk in freight, and is the system rigged against the people actually moving the loads? The post The $75,000 Bond and Truckers Left Holding The Bag appeared first on FreightWaves.
• DiBella to lead Federal Maritime Commission    (2026-01-29)
  Florida native Laura DiBella becomes the third woman to lead the U.S. maritime regulator. The post DiBella to lead Federal Maritime Commission appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Caterpillar Earnings Boosted by AI Data Center Power Demand    (2026-01-29)
  The company’s power and energy segment — now Caterpillar’s biggest and fastest-growing segment — posted a 25% profit jump compared to the year-earlier period.
• Toyota Keeps Title as Top Carmaker With Record Sales in 2025    (2026-01-29)
  Toyota kept its title as the world’s biggest carmaker for a sixth year, widening its lead over Volkswagen by posting record sales despite trade turmoil and growing competition.
• US Trade Gap Widens From Smallest Since 2009 as Imports Rise    (2026-01-29)
  The goods and services trade gap nearly doubled from the prior month to $56.8 billion, Commerce Department data showed Jan. 29. The trade data has been prone to volatility related to trade policy.