Trucking News

Explore the newest/trending Trucking content.

Latest Trucking Stories

Thai Cargo Ship Hit in Strait of Hormuz; Three Crew Missing

Mar 11 2026 // A Thai-flagged cargo vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday shortly after departing from the United Arab Emirates, as regional tensions continue to disrupt one of the world’s most critical shipping...

Tight Truck Capacity Opens Window for US Railroads to Win Back Freight

Mar 6 2026 // U.S. railroads including CSX Corp, Union Pacific and BNSF are moving to recapture freight from truckers as tightening trucking capacity and rising road-haul rates bolster rail’s competitive position. For years, low...

Perishables to Plane Parts Stranded as Middle East Conflict Hits Air Cargo

Mar 5 2026 // Shipments ranging from fresh produce to airplane parts are in limbo as Middle East conflict squeezes cargo capacity and pushes up freight rates. The U.S. and Israeli air war against Iran has grounded passenger and...

Alliant Acquires Laredo Commercial’s For-Hire Trucking Portfolio

Feb 12 2026 // Alliant Insurance Services has acquired Laredo Commercial Insurance Agency’s For-Hire Trucking portfolio, establishing the firm’s local presence in Laredo, Texas. As part of the acquisition, Steven Cadena has...

Freight Train Derails in Connecticut, Sending Cars Carrying Liquid Propane Into River

Feb 8 2026 // A freight train derailed Thursday in Connecticut, sending cars carrying flammable liquid propane into the water, though officials say they don’t appear to be leaking. Local and state officials said the derailment...

Man Charged in Organized Cargo Theft of Snow Crab, Blueberries, Cologne

Feb 6 2026 // A New York man has been arrested and charged for allegedly conspiring to use hacked email accounts of legitimate truck-load carriers to book cargo with shippers and selling the items for illicit profit. Forbes was arrested...

View More

Our best content, delivered to your inbox

Get the insurance industry's trusted newsletter

Related Topics