In 2025, the trucking industry was dealing with a persistent sense of uncertainty. Entering 2026, that uncertainty hasn’t vanished, but it has begun changing shape. Trade conversations have advanced, the tariff policies didn’t cause inflation to explode, and the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point. All these factors have caused the economy to stabilize. What does this…
According to the American Trucking Association (ATA), trucking is the most prolific method of transportation in the country, accounting for 11.46 billion tons of freight per year. Despite that, it still faces efficiency issues in a variety of processes, from logistics to warehousing. One way for the trucking industry to become more productive is to rely more on automation. Automation…
Does your trucking fleet include a few reefers (also known as refrigerated trailers)? If so, you likely know that the temperature setting your freight requires directly affects the energy usage of the reefer’s cooling unit. This, in turn, directly affects your reefer shipping costs. And contrary to popular belief, these costs don’t always increase as a shipment’s temperature goes down.…
One of the main reasons why cash flow is a common issue in the trucking industry is that freight shippers and brokers can take up to 90 days to get paid after hauling a load. In the long run, this can be very inconvenient, since your expenses don’t come to a halt when a driver isn’t paid. Gaining access to…
Credit card processing fees are a silent profit killer, especially in high-volume industries like trucking. But an increasing number of savvy trucking companies are taking back control by choosing to add a surcharging program. And if you’re using CDK Global’s software, you may already have everything you need to do the same. What Is Surcharging? Surcharging is the practice of…
High truck detention times, which involve drivers sitting idle while they’re waiting for their trucks to be loaded, are a common challenge in the trucking industry. Recent research says that 87% of all truck drivers spend up to 29% of their possible driving time in detention. This often means that some of your drivers’ per-mile compensation is going toward fees…
Earlier this month, we saw another chapter in the tariff gridlock imposed by the Trump Administration. After lifting a month-long pause, the U.S. implemented tariffs on Canada and Mexico, along with increasing tariffs on China by 10%. Read on to find out more about how this will affect the trucking industry and how your trucking company can respond. The Effects…
According to the American Transportation Research Institute, traffic congestion cost the U.S. trucking industry a record-high $108.8 billion in 2022. If you’re wondering, this is equivalent to 435,686 truck drivers (or 22% of all Class-A licensed drivers) being idle for a whole year. The average cost per every registered combination truck comes out to $7,588. Interestingly, the total hours of…
With the trucking industry adding a variety of new safety regulations, trucking companies that want to stay ahead must be prepared. Beyond simply being a regulatory requirement, driver safety is a major factor in the health of both your employees and your business. By prioritizing driver safety, you can lay the foundation for your trucking company to thrive. Want to…