Month: June 2026

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) In a major ruling issued yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court said President Trump can remove members of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) without having to show “cause,” such as poor performance or misconduct.… Continue reading Supreme Court Decision Strengthens President’s Power to Fire STB Member Robert Primus

Law enforcement agencies in Texas, Arizona and California have recently increased enforcement efforts targeting commercial vehicles, with operations focusing on vehicle safety, hours-of-service compliance and immigration enforcement. The enforcement actions come as state agencies continue placing greater emphasis on commercial vehicle inspections amid concerns about unsafe equipment, unqualified drivers and fatigue-related crashes. Texas operation results… Continue reading Border-state agencies expand crackdown on commercial vehicle violations

The construction backlog tells carriers and brokers where the freight is heading, and right now it points at data centers. Associated Builders and Contractors reported its Construction Backlog Indicator climbed to 9.1 months in May, a nearly three-year high, up 0.3 months from April and 0.7 months from a year ago. The driver is concentrated… Continue reading Dry van report: Data centers are carrying demand while housing pulls back

The farm economy is sending a clear warning signal to flatbed carriers who haul agricultural equipment. U.S. retail sales of farm tractors fell 21.6% in May compared to a year ago, with self-propelled combine sales collapsing 56.1% in the same period. Year-to-date numbers aren’t offering any relief either — total farm tractor sales through May… Continue reading Flatbed Report: Farm equipment sales signal headwinds for ag flatbed freight