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Transport Topics' 2026 Top 100 For-Hire Carriers list is now available! See which motor carriers made our rankings here: hubs.ly/Q04mX22F0

ICYMI: @Cummins has revised its production plans for EPA 2027-compliant engines while maintaining its broader strategy. Story by @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qJWc_0

Stricter oversight and enforcement contribute to a 4.3% drop in southern border operators. Story by Noël Fletcher hubs.ly/Q04qJ-Hl0

Traton Group CEO Christian Levin said @IntnlTrucks' S13 engine platform was conceived from the beginning for EPA 2027 requirements. The compliant engines were introduced in January. Story via @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qLwGP0

On the cab side, @IntnlTrucks' flagship LT Series tractor last saw an overhaul in August 2022 that focused on aerodynamic improvements. Story by @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qKNcP0

Automatic tax adjustments linked to inflation increased diesel and gasoline taxes in four states. Illinois opted for a six-month pause instead. Story by @_NoelFletcher. hubs.ly/Q04qJkk90

Freight brokerage giant @CHRobinson held liable for 2021 fatal crash in Mississippi. By @ConnorInTheNews hubs.ly/Q04qJwJh0

U.S. is slapping taxes of 10% to 12.5% on imports from 60 countries accounting for 99% of U.S. imports, charging that they have inadequately enforced bans on goods produced by forced labor. hubs.ly/Q04qCnh20

In American Truck Simulator, players haul freight, manage fleets and build virtual trucking companies. Now they can do it behind the wheel of @VolvoTrucks' newest tractors. Story by @ConnorInTheNews. hubs.ly/Q04qBtPX0

In the latest episode of RoadSigns, @eatoncorp's Brad Gulick us to break down filtration best practices, warning signs to watch for and where hybrid and electric PTOs are headed. Listen now for practical insights your team can put to work. 🎧: hubs.ly/Q04qwVnC0

.@Tesla’s long-awaited Semi program continues to advance. The first truck rolled off the company’s high-volume production line in Reno in April. Story by @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qxNnD0

.@aurora_inno’s autonomous freight network now includes 10 routes, including Dallas-Houston, Fort Worth-El Paso, El Paso-Phoenix and Dallas-Laredo. Story by @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qvTCg0

Despite strong Q2 in terms of sales, @Tesla posts first quarter of negative free cash flow in two years, burning through $1.09 billion. hubs.ly/Q04qqW1G0

President Donald Trump said veterans would help fill trucking jobs as his administration increases scrutiny of unqualified commercial drivers. Story by @_NoelFletcher. hubs.ly/Q04qnfPf0

Had the customer taken all its business to one or more rival companies, Forward would have lost $250 million of its 2025 revenue starting in 2027. By @kginalex hubs.ly/Q04qlr5t0

ITE Management expanded its intermodal portfolio with the acquisition of North American Chassis Pool Cooperative. NACPC has about 20,000 chassis. Story by @kginalex. hubs.ly/Q04qksN40

June brought a modest rebound for freight tonnage after a slow start to the second quarter. The @TRUCKINGdotORG index rose 0.1% to 113.1, recovering some ground lost during the previous two months. Story by @ConnorInTheNews. hubs.ly/Q04qcNnw0

The Trump administration could impose the next round of levies by end of the week as 10% stopgap measure expires. hubs.ly/Q04qcrrC0

“There is not a chance in hell that U.S. alcohol is going back on the shelf,” British Columbia Premier David Eby told reporters. hubs.ly/Q04qc7470

“It is going to get extremely busy,” Tenney Group CEO Spencer Tenney said as trucking owners who delayed exit plans during the freight downturn begin revisiting sale opportunities. Story by @ConnorInTheNews. hubs.ly/Q04qbtyv0

While freight rates have been rising, caution remains a factor for some trailer purchasers. Story by @ConnorInTheNews. hubs.ly/Q04q2XyR0