Confusion reigns as Duffy, Newsom escalate spat on non-domiciled CDLs

The California Department of Motor Vehicles announced on Dec. 30 that it was extending the cancellation date for 17,000 non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses until March 6. …

Maine targets passenger vehicle violations to improve commercial vehicle safety

The Maine State Police announced an enforcement initiative aimed at targeting passenger vehicle violations that contribute to crashes involving commercial trucks. Passenger vehicles were involved in 65% of fatal commercial…

Unifor seeks mediation in CommerceLink Logistics labor talks in B.C., Alberta

Unifor has filed a request with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service as negotiations continue for first collective agreements covering workers at CommerceLink Logistics (previously operated as Walmart Fleet ULC)…

Motive files for IPO 

Motive Technologies said that it has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering of its Class A common stock on the New York Stock…

Opinions? We’ve got some. Here are the Top 10 most-read blogs of 2025

We, as editors, contributors and reporters at trucknews.com, don’t lack for opinions. It’s difficult not to develop some when you are immersed in a single industry that you care deeply…

Survey: Carriers prioritize AI tools that improve real-time efficiency

Artificial intelligence (AI) is gaining traction in transportation management, and although the industry is still in the early stages of AI adoption, motor carriers are already clear about the role…

DOT issues $118 million in grants for truck safety, training

The U.S. Department of Transportation on Dec. 30 announced more than $118 million in grants to enhance commercial vehicle enforcement and provide training for military veterans entering the trucking industry.

CVSA’s human trafficking initiative set for January in US

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative is scheduled to take place in the United States from Jan. 12-16.  The five-day event aims…

Standard Forwarding Freight suspends operations

Standard Forwarding Freight announced it has temporarily suspended its operations following a strategic review of the business. The East Moline, Ill.-based carrier said the decision took effect Dec. 29, 2025,…

‘Strategic’ cargo theft emerges from the shadows

The bad news is that cargo theft across the United States and Canada remains at record levels. Reported cargo theft incidents are up more than 90% since 2021, with high-tech…

Trucking Announcements: Musket Transport, CHET partner with Highway to Hope; PTTAC donates to Evan Thomas Memorial Fund

Each week, trucknews.com lists notable events, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Vipar Heavy Duty added Chris Redondo and Nick Seidel to board of directors and the Professional Truck…

DOT threatens Colorado on non-domiciled CDLs; Sikh group sues California

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the state of Colorado will lose $24 million in federal highway funds if it does not speed the purging of illegally issued non-domiciled commercial…

Wisconsin seeks industry input on truck parking

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation said it is planning a truck parking study that will use onboard technology to identify locations where trucks are currently parking. The study is anticipated…

Truck tonnage index shows small increase

Trucking activity in the United States increased slightly in November, but overall volumes remain low, the American Trucking Associations reported.  ATA’s truck tonnage rose 0.2% in November after falling 1.9%…

Minimizer rolls out floor mats for Freightliner Plus

Aftermarket and heavy-duty accessories manufacturer Minimizer has released a set of new floor mats. The 2024-2026 Freightliner Plus models address a long-standing request from…