C.H. Robinson-RXO deal may spur brokerage consolidation: TT Daily

October 6, 2026

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C.H. Robinson-RXO deal may spur brokerage consolidation

The Oct. 5 announcement quickly sparked discussion across the transportation industry about its competitive and technological implications. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

EQUIPMENT

Used truck sales take unexpected dip as inventories tighten

Used Class 8 truck sales slowed in August, defying typical seasonal trends as inventories tightened. Read more…

FUEL

Oil prices ease as larger volumes have been crossing Hormuz

Brent crude fell 2.3% to $97.97. Analysts say upward pressures on oil prices have eased as larger volumes of oil have been crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Read more…

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GOVERNMENT

Trucking applauds new Labor secretary Sonderling

American Trucking Associations supported Sonderling’s nomination, pointing to his involvement in trucking policy issues and participation in industry advocacy events. Read more…

FUEL

Trump plans to ease limits on tax-exempt dyed diesel

Fuel that is usually used for off-road purposes is exempt from the federal excise tax of 24 cents a gallon. Read more…

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Your Breakdown Data Knows First

Breakdowns are more than costly disruptions. Each roadside event generates valuable data that can reveal failure patterns, strengthen maintenance strategies, and guide smarter decisions. Combined with clear communication and experienced support, those insights help fleets protect drivers and improve uptime. Read more…

FUEL

Mideast oil chiefs warn world must share cost of Iran war

The conflict has led to widespread damage to oil pipelines, refineries, gas plants and dozens of tankers, racking up a bill for new investment that’s already in the tens of billions of dollars. Read more…

LOGISTICS

U.S. trade gap widens to $105.6 billion as imports hit record

The gap in goods and services trade grew 13.7% from the prior month to $105.6 billion, Commerce Department data showed Oct. 6. Read more…

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BUSINESS

XPO opens 2 service centers as network expansion continues

The new facilities in Mesa, Ariz., and Cameron, Mo., are part of a broader investment in XPO’s North American network. Read more…

BUSINESS

Uber to buy catering platform ezCater for $2.3B in cash

The acquisition will help better position Uber against rival DoorDash, the leading food-delivery platform in the U.S. Read more…

BUSINESS

Energy Transfer to buy Vaquero Midstream for $2.63 billion

Expanding its network in the prolific Permian Basin will enable Energy Transfer to feed more gas into its downstream network as booming U.S. exports and development of data centers drive demand for the fuel. Read more…

BUSINESS

Chevron names Gustavson CFO as oil giant eyes CEO succession

Gustavson will replace Eimear Bonner, who had been CFO since March 2024, and who will take responsibility for all of Chevron’s oil, gas and refining operations. Read more…

BUSINESS

Cargill profit undercut by cattle costs, cocoa losses

Cargill’s fiscal first-quarter earnings fell by more than half as the largest private company in the U.S. was pressured by higher costs for cattle and cocoa. 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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