Trucking groups seek congressional support before midterms: TT Logistics

October 16, 2026

Trucking groups seek congressional support before midterms

At events in Ohio and North Carolina, industry representatives sought support for legislation addressing lawsuit abuse, truck parking and accident fraud. Read more…

TODAY’S CONTENT

M: THIS WEEK | T: SAFETY | W: GOVERNMENT | T: AUTONOMOUS | F: LOGISTICS

Mark Colson named ATA’s next president and CEO

ATA announced Colson’s appointment on Oct. 15, just days before the trade group will convene its 2026 Management Conference & Exhibition in Charlotte, N.C. Read more…

Detention costs trucking billions — why is it so hard to fix?

The issue drew renewed attention in September when Congress released a report that examined ways to reduce excessive truck detention times. Read more…

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USDOT awards $200 million boost for truck parking

The Department of Transportation announced Oct. 14 that $200 million will be invested in truck parking in 12 states, including Iowa, Wisconsin and Georgia. Read more…

How long will consumers have to pay higher gas prices?

A slew of economic data Oct. 15 showed that inflation accelerated last month as more expensive oil and gas began to lift prices in other parts of the economy. 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…

STG Logistics names Jack Holmes CEO after restructuring

STG Logistics named Jack Holmes CEO as the company shifts its focus to growth after a financial restructuring that reduced its funded debt by nearly $1 billion. Read more…

Ryder grows Northeast used truck network with N.J. facilities

Ryder opened used commercial vehicle sales facilities in Newark and North Bergen, N.J., expanding customer access to its inventory in the New York-area freight market. Read more…

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Build Your Network with TruckDown Ratings

When a truck breaks down hundreds of miles from home, the difference between a quick fix and a costly delay comes down to knowing which vendor to call. TruckDown’s new rating system helps fleets and owner-operators find that vendor, fast. Read more…

Mexican truck production eases month on month in September

Mexican production of heavy-duty trucks slowed in September compared with August but again outstripped manufacturing in the year-ago period by a wide margin. Read more…

Wholesale inflation rises 6.3% as gas prices soared

The Labor Department’s producer price index — which captures inflation before it reaches consumers — soared 6.3% in September from a year ago, the biggest increase since December 2022. Read more…

Speed violations top trucker citations in CVSA campaign

CVSA announced that law enforcement officers stopped 8,000 drivers in 36 states, Canada and Mexico during the July 12-18 roadway safety campaign. Read more…

Executive Q&A with Penske’s Sherry Sanger

Sherry Sanger, executive vice president of strategy and marketing at Penske Transportation Solutions, explains how AI enhances fleet and maintenance operations. 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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