What the midterms could mean for trucking: TT Daily

October 28, 2026

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What the midterms could mean for trucking

Candidates will make closing arguments to constituents this week as Nov. 3 approaches. The results may completely change how transportation policy is decided. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

EQUIPMENT

U.S. to tariff Chinese trailers to aid domestic producers

The Commerce Department is imposing tariffs of about 260% on “van-type trailers” that were being “dumped” into the U.S. — imported at prices that make it difficult for domestic manufacturers to compete. Read more…

BUSINESS

Freight recovery faces fresh headwinds

The freight market gained some momentum in September, as shrinking capacity helped offset flat demand and pressure from fuel costs. Read more…

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From footage to fleet focus

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EQUIPMENT

Kenworth debuts 2 interior color schemes, cab amenities

Kenworth unveiled an interior redesign for four of the truck maker’s diesel models and two battery-electric models Oct. 26. Read more…

GOVERNMENT

Missouri to raise speed limits to 75 mph on some interstates

Missouri is planning to raise speed limits to 75 mph on four interstates near the Iowa and Arkansas borders by the end of the year. Read more…

FUEL

Oil prices increase after attack on Saudi refinery

Brent crude oil rose 1.8% to $111.33 a barrel. Prices rose after an attack on a major Saudi Arabian refinery by Iran-backed Houthi rebels this week. Read more…

BUSINESS

ATRI board elects Ruan CEO McLean chairman, adds 2 directors

ATRI elected Ruan CEO Ben McLean chairman of its board and appointed TCW President Ben Banks and Werner President and Chief Legal Officer Nathan Meisgeier as directors. Read more…

LOGISTICS

U.S. tells ships to avoid unnecessary transits through Hormuz

It remains unclear what prompted the advisory. The U.S. military last publicly issued a similar notice in mid-July, when it began its blockade of Iranian shipping. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

Ryder expands Detroit truck rental and maintenance facility

Ryder’s Roseville, Mich., facility supports manufacturers, automotive suppliers, distributors and transportation companies throughout the region. Read more…

LOGISTICS

Trade gap jumps to most since March 2025 on capital goods

The shortfall in goods trade in September grew 2.1% from the prior month to $134.9 billion, the largest since March 2025, Commerce Department data showed. 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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