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News•Feb 27, 2026
Maersk Ground Freight to Open Up to 7 More Facilities in 2026
Maersk Ground Freight announced plans to open five to seven additional U.S. facilities in 2026, following the January launch of its 165,000‑square‑foot Fontana, California hub. The Fontana terminal, featuring 22 docks, is expected to cut turnaround times by up to five hours and strengthen connectivity across the Ontario corridor. Currently operating 65 ground sites, Maersk’s expansion aims to improve routing efficiency, reduce empty miles, and enhance service reliability. The move complements recent openings in Savannah, Georgia and Coppell, Texas, and aligns with the carrier’s broader global logistics strategy.
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News•Feb 27, 2026
Driver Recruiters Turn to Agentic AI to Streamline Hiring
Driver recruiters are adopting agentic AI to streamline candidate engagement. Tyson Foods recently deployed AI agents that handle initial outreach, pre‑qualify drivers, and schedule calls, allowing its six recruiters to efficiently support a 2,800‑truck fleet. Industry leaders at the 2026...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
TMC 2026 Meeting to Spotlight New Era of Truck Technology
The Technology & Maintenance Council’s 70th annual meeting convenes in Nashville March 16‑19, featuring nearly 400 exhibitors across 350,000 sq ft. The event is split into education, exhibition, and voluntary standards tracks, with over 100 task forces shaping new recommended practices. Sessions...
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News•Feb 27, 2026
First Brands to Sell Units That Produce Parts for Ford
First Brands Group, currently in a multi‑billion‑dollar bankruptcy, has identified four prospective buyers for its auto‑parts factories, three of which supply components to Ford Motor Co. Ford is prepaying for parts and administrative expenses, a move described by its counsel...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
OEMs Monitor Shifting Tariff Landscape
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration’s broad “reciprocal” tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, but Section 232 duties on medium‑ and heavy‑duty trucks and key components remain untouched. Within days, President Trump announced a new...
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News•Feb 26, 2026
Ford Recall Includes Some F-150 Pickup Trucks
Ford Motor Co. announced a recall of nearly 4.4 million vehicles due to a software defect in the trailer‑control module. The flaw can cause loss of communication to trailer taillights, turn signals and brakes, potentially compromising safety. Affected models span the...
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News•Feb 25, 2026
US Signals Steady Tariffs Ahead of China Meeting
U.S. Trade Representative Greer announced the administration will keep tariffs on Chinese imports between 35% and 50%, matching the levels set under the Trump administration. The U.S. does not plan to raise rates beyond this range and aims for continuity...
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News•Feb 20, 2026
InMotion Global Buys LoadPilot TMS
Transportation management software provider InMotion Global announced the acquisition of LoadPilot TMS, initiating immediate migration of LoadPilot’s freight brokerage and agent customers to its cloud‑based AscendTMS platform. The transition includes a 30‑day complimentary access to AscendTMS Pro, onboarding support, and...
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Deals•Feb 20, 2026
InMotion Global Acquires LoadPilot TMS
InMotion Global announced on Feb. 20, 2026 that it has acquired LoadPilot TMS, a long‑standing freight brokerage software provider. The deal will migrate LoadPilot’s customers to InMotion’s cloud‑based AscendTMS platform, offering AI‑driven tools and a 30‑day free access period. Financial terms were...
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News•Feb 19, 2026
GXO Closes Out Record-Setting Revenue Year
GXO Logistics reported record revenue of $13.2 billion for 2025, a 13% increase year‑over‑year, with Q4 sales climbing 7.9% to $3.51 billion. Net income fell to $36 million for the full year, while quarterly profit was $43 million, reflecting higher investment in growth initiatives....
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News•Feb 17, 2026
Autonomous Vehicles Steer Robotics Growth
Barclays analysts project the AI‑powered robotics market could reach a trillion dollars by 2035, with autonomous vehicles acting as the catalyst. The report identifies roughly 200 public companies, half of which already have corporate bonds, as potential beneficiaries. Automakers, logistics...
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Deals•Feb 13, 2026
Mercedes Announces Sale of Partial Daimler Truck Stake
Mercedes-Benz Group announced it will divest a portion of its holding in Daimler Truck, a stake valued at $14.2 billion. The sale, pending execution, aims to unlock value and focus on core automotive operations. The buyer and transaction size were not...
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Deals•Feb 12, 2026
Aim Transportation Solutions Acquires Fleetmaster Leasing Corp.
Aim Transportation Solutions announced the acquisition of Fleetmaster Leasing Corp., adding about 400 vehicles and expanding its presence in the Columbus, Ohio market. The deal, announced on Feb. 12, 2026, strengthens Aim’s position in a key transportation market.
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