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Hertz Loses Supreme Court Bid Over Bankruptcy Payments

The company posted better-than-expected results in its most recent quarter, swinging to an adjusted profit of 12 cents a share from a 68-cent loss a year earlier.

January 12, 2026
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Tennessee Tells 8,000 CDL Holders to Verify Status

Tennessee is asking 8,000 commercial driver license holders to provide proof of citizenship after an audit by the state’s Department of Safety and °®¶¹“«Ć½land Security.

January 12, 2026
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Jeep, Chrysler Halt Plug-In Hybrid Models for 2026

Instead of plug-in hybrids, Stellantis is turning its focus to mild hybrids that don't require a plug. Its first such offering in North America is the Jeep Cherokee, which is reaching dealers now.

January 12, 2026
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Koch Acquires Store Opening Solutions

Murfreesboro, Tenn.-based Store Opening Solutions specializes in retail fixture, furniture and equipment inventory. It will become part of the Koch Logistics division.

January 12, 2026
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EquipmentShare, Motive to Weigh Marketing IPOs Next Week

EquipmentShare.com Inc. and Motive Technologies are set to begin formal marketing for their initial public offerings as soon as next week, accordingĀ to people familiar with the matter.

January 9, 2026
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FTR Expects ā€˜Marginless Recovery’ for Trucking in 2026

The freight market outlook is underwhelming, with marginal rate increases unlikely to cover the ongoing rise in carriers’ costs, according toĀ FTR Transportation Intelligence analysts.

January 9, 2026
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First Brands Sues Founder’s Brother for Fraud

Bankrupt auto parts maker First Brands Group has sued Edward James — its former executive and the brother of company founder Patrick James — and its largest creditor Onset Financial.

January 9, 2026
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Dart Transit Group Sold After 90 Years of Family Ownership

The acquisition does not change day-to-day operations. The Dart name and operating entities remain unchanged, and drivers, customers, leadership and staff will remain in place.

January 9, 2026
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North Carolina CDL Violations Mirror Other States’ Issues

The latest enforcement action from Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy against a state over issuance of non-domiciled CDLs included a familiar list of alleged offenses.

January 9, 2026
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International Lines Up EPA 2027 S13 Powertrain

ā€œWe are marching forward as though this emissions regulation lands at the beginning of 2027,ā€ said Dan Kayser, executive vice president of commercial operations at International.

January 8, 2026

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