Frustration, confusion over tariffs on display during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue

It was the topic no one at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue wanted to talk about, but one that couldn’t be avoided. And it wasn’t long into the day before it…

European fleet enters North American market with Volvo truck order

A major European fleet has expanded into the North American market, establishing a foothold with a purchase of 80 Volvo VNLs. HayWay Logistics’ entry to the United States is part…

Truck tonnage index ticks higher in December

Trucking activity in the United States increased in December, but overall freight volumes remain low, the American Trucking Associations reported. ATA said the advanced seasonally adjusted for-hire truck tonnage index…

US fleets ‘cautiously optimistic’ about 2026 but in no rush to order equipment

If the mood among fleets at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Dialogue the past two years was “uncertainty,” this year it has shifted to “cautious optimism.” “Last year, we had one outstanding…

How DTNA is evolving aftermarket offerings in response to tariffs, extended trade cycles and online shopping

“If you’re sourcing from high-tariff countries, I can’t overstate enough the importance of actively working to find nearshore and onshore opportunities.” That was the message from Drew Backeberg, senior vice…

Mullen Group releases 2026 business plan, anticipates record year

Mullen Group is gearing up for what it expects to be a record year. In a 2026 business plan, the company said all 42 business units are positioned to outperform…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Trucking sentiment improving, reflecting ‘cautious optimism’

The mood in trucking is improving, ever so slowly, based on the latest reports to cross our desks. ACT Research characterizes it as ‘cautious optimism’ as clarity around EPA27 emissions…

Trucking rates have bottomed, but catalyst needed to drive meaningful gains in 2026

After three years of rate misery, the freight market is showing signs it may finally be stabilizing. But if you’re waiting for a clean, confident trucking-rate recovery year in 2026,…

Muted trucking recovery projected in 2026, FTR says

The combination of greater regulatory certainty and tightening capacity will deliver modest gains to the trucking sector in 2026, according to analysts.  “We do expect the beginning of a freight…

Titanium plans to take itself private

Publicly traded Titanium Transportation Group says it plans to take the company private, paying shareholders $2.22 per share, representing a 41% premium to its Jan. 14 closing price. Its largest…

Simard Suspensions partners with Braun Companies for US expansion

Quebec-based Simard Suspensions has strengthened its U.S. presence through a partnership with Hagerstown, Ind.-based Braun Companies. Braun is a truck systems integrator that will serve as Simard’s U.S. home, giving…

Southeastern partners with Fletes México Carga Express for cross-border service

Southeastern Freight Lines has partnered with Fletes México Carga Express, a Mexican LTL carrier it says will help enhance its expanding cross-border freight business. “Our customers are looking for simplicity in today’s…

Williams Pharmalogistics expands Canadian network

Williams Pharmalogistics has announced its largest ever expansion, increasing its network to 18 facilities across Canada. The company, purchased by Purolator in 2023 and operated as an independent subsidiary, provides…

ECONOMIC TRUCKING TRENDS: Truck buyers step up, spot market reaches multi-year highs

Class 8 truck orders surged in December, but analysts warn against reading too much into it, since freight fundamentals remain weak. Trucking conditions also improved, thanks to reduced capacity and…

Truck makers brace for prolonged downturn as autonomy gains momentum and electrification cools

Demand for Class 8 trucks in North America is not likely to improve in the first half of 2026 and truck makers will have to seek out new revenue sources…