Derek Leathers’ detour into trucking became a career of leadership: TT Daily

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Derek Leathers’ detour into trucking became a career of leadership

In the year ahead, Leathers will guide ATA while applying a leadership philosophy focused on transparency and finding data-driven solutions to problems. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

BUSINESS

ATA chairmen, new president chart federation’s future at MCE

In his remarks to MCE attendees, Mark Colson pledged to listen to members and put trucking’s professionals at the center of ATA’s advocacy. Read more…

BUSINESS

Truck tonnage edges higher in September, ATA reports

The ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index increased 0.8% to 114 from 113.1 in August. The index was unchanged from September 2025. Read more…

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EQUIPMENT

U.S. trailer orders surge 311% in September

U.S. trailer orders were boosted to triple-digit percentage growth amid seasonal factors and a delayed order cycle in September. Read more…

SAFETY

Trading cards worth $963,000 stolen from truck in California

The truck was broken into Oct. 13 near Professional Sports Authenticator, which authenticates trading cards, the Santa Ana Police Department said. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

VTNA to add up to 500 staff at New River Valley plant

Hiring at the truck manufacturer’s main production facility follows a rebound in demand in 2026 after the longest freight market recession in industry memory. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

Q&A: Mack sees cautious optimism among fleets

Mack Trucks President Jonathan Randall and Service Director Ashish Sadhu talked about the market outlook, product investments and preparations for 2027. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

International moves ahead on second shift at San Antonio plant

International Motors will introduce a second shift at its San Antonio truck assembly plant in 2027 to meet growing demand after already increasing output in 2026. Read more…

GOVERNMENT

Trump faces suit over 50% Canada tariffs

The Trump administration is being sued over the imposition of 50% tariffs on an array of Canadian goods. Read more…

SAFETY

Cargo theft has entered ‘new normal,’ executive says

Cargo theft has changed dramatically since 2020, becoming more international, sophisticated and difficult to counter, experts said at MCE. Read more…

BUSINESS

Daimler, MAN ordered to reimburse truck customers in Europe

The litigation followed a European Union cartel probe that led truck makers to pay billions of euros in fines. Read more…

FUEL

Oil prices unsteady on elevated risk in Strait of Hormuz

The price of Brent crude dipped 0.4% to $108.31 per barrel. A day earlier it rose to nearly $112, approaching its highest price since the war with Iran began in late February. Read more…

FUEL

U.S. to tap national diesel reserve as prices soar

The Energy Department plans to loan 315,000 barrels from the 1 million barrel Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve, according to a statement Oct. 21. Read more…

TECHNOLOGY

How AI agents can go from hype to results

AI agents can take on substantial business processes, but reliable automation requires carefully designed controls. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

CATL bets big on electric truck market with new upgrades

The Chinese battery giant introduced battery upgrades and plans to open more battery swap stations for electric trucks. Read more…

BUSINESS

Halliburton sees lasting growth as Mideast rebuilds from war

Next year, Halliburton expects mid-single-digit revenue growth and operating margins of about 15%, up from 13%. Read more…

BUSINESS

GM expands hybrid plans as fuel costs rise

With high gas prices sending car buyers flocking to hybrids, General Motors is giving the technology another look. Read more…

EDITOR’S PICK

Top 100 Private Carriers balance service and costs

The companies ranked on the 2026 Transport Topics Top 100 Private Carriers list have continued to demonstrate the value of their in-house truck fleets. Read more…

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