ATRI SETS 6 RESEARCH PRIORITIES FOR 2026, INCLUDING WEATHER DISRUPTIONS AND DRIVER TRAINING
The American Transportation Research Institute’s board approved six focus areas for 2026, emphasizing disruptive weather, industry goodwill and training as carriers navigate a tightening market.
KNIGHT-SWIFT POSTS Q1 LOSS BUT SAYS CONDITIONS IMPROVED AS EXCESS CAPACITY EXITS
The nation’s largest truckload carrier reported a first‑quarter net loss while noting improving trends late in the quarter amid a reduction in “invalid” or excess capacity and steadier demand signals.
AAA COOPER SEES HEAVIER, LONGER LTL SHIPMENTS UNDER EXPANDED NETWORK
Knight‑Swift said its AAA Cooper LTL unit grew weight per shipment and length of haul in Q1 as the carrier leans into a broader national footprint, though profitability remains pressured by claims and winter disruption.
HOUSE COMPANION BILL TAKES AIM AT FREIGHT FRAUD, MODERNIZES ENFORCEMENT TOOLS
The SAFER Transport Act introduced in the House would strengthen federal coordination, tighten licensing and bolster fraud detection to combat double brokering and cargo theft across the supply chain.
SENATE BILL WOULD TIE HIGHWAY FUNDS TO STATES’ LICENSE VERIFICATION PRACTICES
The “No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act” would cut 10% of federal highway funding from states that don’t verify lawful presence for driver’s licenses and CDLs, redirecting money to compliant states.
LAWSUIT CHALLENGES FLORIDA’S PAUSE ON NON‑DOMICILED CDLS, CALLS IMPACT ‘CATASTROPHIC’
Nineteen drivers sued Florida over halted non‑domiciled CDL issuance/renewals tied to federal rule changes, alleging constitutional violations and severe financial harm while seeking a return to prior practices.
STATES TIGHTEN NON‑DOMICILED CDL RULES; INDIANA REVOCATIONS, IDAHO RESIDENCY MANDATE LEAD MOVES
Following federal crackdowns, states are sharpening requirements: Indiana revoked many non‑domiciled CDLs, Idaho ended non‑domiciled CDL/CLP issuance effective July 1, and other states consider similar steps.
FMCSA CHIEF JOINS GEORGIA OPERATION SAFEDRIVE ENFORCEMENT AT ROADSIDE INSPECTION STATIONS
Administrator Derek Barrs participated alongside Georgia CVE officers to spotlight enforcement targeting unsafe behaviors, as multi‑state SafeDRIVE efforts continue to emphasize compliance and safety culture.
WHITE HOUSE EXTENDS JONES ACT WAIVER 90 DAYS TO EASE FUEL SUPPLY PRESSURE
The administration extended a waiver ahead of expiration to keep petroleum moving on U.S. coasts amid Hormuz‑related disruptions, a step that could help stabilize diesel availability and mitigate price spikes for fleets.
OIL PRICES WHIPSAW AROUND IRAN TALKS, KEEPING DIESEL BUDGETS IN FLUX
Crude traded near $105 as markets weighed potential diplomacy; the volatility continues to ripple into fuel surcharges and expense planning for for‑hire carriers and private fleets nationwide.
PANAMA CANAL AUCTION FEES HIT $4M AS HORMUZ CLOSURE REWIRES GLOBAL FLOWS
The canal authority said some shippers are paying millions to secure crossings, underscoring how ocean detours and congestion can cascade into North American intermodal and trucking networks.
DAT ADDS INTERMODAL BENCHMARKS TO RATEVIEW, LETTING BROKERS COMPARE TL VS. IMDL SIDE‑BY‑SIDE
A new DAT iQ update brings IMDL rate benchmarks into the same workflow as dry van, reefer and flatbed, aiming to cut pricing errors and speed mode decisions on competitive lanes.
TIA PUSHES BACK ON ‘CHAMELEON CARRIER’ TV REPORT, STOKING DEBATE OVER BROKER DUE DILIGENCE
The brokers’ trade group challenged elements of a national broadcast on alleged carrier rings tied to fatal crashes, renewing scrutiny of vetting practices and roles across the freight ecosystem.
USMCA UNCERTAINTY, POLICY SHIFTS COOL CROSS‑BORDER TRUCKING — OUTLOOK HINGES ON SUMMER REVIEWS
Executives cited tariff volatility and non‑domiciled CDL enforcement as drags on Mexico/U.S. flows; tender acceptance has slipped, with hopes pinned to mid‑year trade checkpoints for relief.
GEODIS OPENS CHICAGO COLD‑CHAIN CROSS‑DOCK TO BOLSTER HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS
The new site near O’Hare provides short‑term stowage and specialized handling for temperature‑sensitive cargo, expanding U.S. healthcare capabilities across the forwarder’s network.
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