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Paccar’s DAF Brand Claims International Truck of the Year

The DAF models were recognized for their modular design characteristics, which allow for a variety of battery and axle configurations that expand flexibility for owners.

November 20, 2025
BusinessEquipment

Class 8 Truck Sales Tumble 30% in October

The shutdown issue has not gone away for truck buyers, analyst Steve Tam cautions, despite Congress passing a short-term continuing resolution.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Congress to Weigh $200 Million Boost for Truck Parking

Senate Majority Leader John Thune urges lawmakers to focus on long-term funding, a move that could preclude another shutdown by dispelling a recent habit of extending short-term measures.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

USDA Confirms More Soybean Exports to China, First Wheat Sale

The warming of ties between the U.S. and China have boosted crop prices, with soybeans hovering near the highest levels since June 2024.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics

FMCSA May Withhold Millions From 4 States Over CDL Flaws

Texas, South Dakota, Colorado and Washington were sent letters Oct. 23 by FMCSA Chief Counsel Jesse Elison detailing preliminary determinations of noncompliance.

November 20, 2025
BusinessLogisticsFor-HirePrivateGlobal Freight

Walmart Raises Profit Expectations as Americans Hunt Deals

Walmart posted strong sales and profits that blew past Wall Street expectations as it sets itself up for a strong holiday shopping season.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

US Employers Added Solid 119,000 Jobs in September

The unemployment rate rose to 4.4% in September, the highest since October 2021 and up from 4.3% in August, the Labor Department said Nov. 20 in a delayed report.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsGlobal FreightTCA

USPS Announces Major Changes to Shipping Prices in 2026

The changes will raise shipping services prices approximately 6.6% for Priority Mail service, 5.1% for Priority Mail Express service, 7.8% for USPS Ground Advantage, and 6% for Parcel Select.

November 20, 2025
BusinessEquipmentTCA

Truck Maker MAN to Cut 2,300 Jobs in Germany Over 10 Years

The company, whose parent is Traton Group, warned that high electricity and labor costs paired with rising pressure from Asian competitors are weighing on results.

November 20, 2025
GovernmentBusinessLogisticsFor-HireGlobal Freight

FedEx CEO Says Global Supply Chain Shocks to Persist

The changes to global trade and supply chains driven by factors including technology and geopolitical risks are likely to persist over the long term, according to FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam.

November 20, 2025