CCJ (Commercial Carrier Journal)

CCJ boasts an impressive reach of 96,500 subscribers in the freight transport industry. This audience includes fleet executives and managers who have the authority to make purchasing decisions that can help expand your business. With its multi-channel approach, the brand ensures that your message is delivered multiple times in various effective formats.

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#349490

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#84274

Business and Consumer Services/Shipping and Logistics

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Mack Anthem Relaunched for Regional Haul with New Design & Tech

3 days ago | ccjdigital.com | Jason Cannon

Mack Trucks on Tuesday reintroduced its Anthem model as the company's new regional haul tractor. Anthem made its debut in 2017 as Mack's over-the-road truck and replacement for Pinnacle axle back models. However, the introduction of the Pioneer model in April reshuffled Mack's product line, allowing the company to slot Anthem into a segment where it is currently enjoying success.
FMCSA implements electronic medical certification rule

3 days ago | ccjdigital.com | Matt Cole

As of Monday, June 23, truck drivers and CDL applicants no longer have to submit a paper Medical Examiner’s Certificate to their state’s driver’s license agency -- at least in most states.
Visual walk around of the new Mack Anthem

3 days ago | ccjdigital.com | Jason Cannon

Mack Trucks reintroduced its Anthem model this week as more capable and more maneuverable regional-haul tractor. Available in six different wheel bases, ranging from 16 feet to 19 feet, Anthem features a bumper-to-back-of-cab (BBC) length that is 12-inches shorter than Mack's long haul tractor Pioneer (113.5 inches versus 125.5 inches), and 4 inches shorter than the previous Anthem. Pioneer and Anthem feature many similar styling cues and upwards of 90% in parts and components commonality.
Fleet owner charged in alleged chameleon carrier scheme

4 days ago | ccjdigital.com | Matt Cole

Trucking news and briefs for Tuesday, June 24, 2025:Texas fleet owner charged for alleged chameleon carrier operations, fraudThe Texas-based owner of multiple trucking companies was charged recently for the alleged operation of illegal and unsafe trucking companies.
FedEx Founder Fred Smith passes at the age of 80

5 days ago | ccjdigital.com | Jason Cannon

Fred Smith, the founder, executive chairman, and long-time chairman and CEO of FedEx Corporation (CCJ Top 250, No. 1), passed away at the age of 80 from natural causes in Memphis, the company announced.
Biden trucking plan and 'crisis' of unvetted drivers: Raman Dhillon

1 week ago | ccjdigital.com | Alex Lockie

Raman Dhillon, CEO of the North American Punjabi Trucking Association (NAPTA), came face to face with former President Joe Biden during the rollout of the Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan and warned his administration of a coming "crisis."The Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan doesn't outright invoke the "driver shortage" narrative preferred by big fleets and detested by much of small biz trucking, but from its first bullet point the plan makes clear an aim to ease access to CDLs and drivers.
Tariffs disrupt fleet strategy: rising costs and supply shifts

1 week ago | ccjdigital.com | Pamella De Leon

As trade regulations shift, fleet managers are grappling with added complexity in an already constrained vehicle and upfit market. The 50% tariff on imported steel and aluminum (excluding imports from the UK) affects the upfit sector, since these materials are essential in manufacturing truck bodies and other components. The 25% tariff on imported automotive vehicles and specific parts like engines, transmissions, and electrical components, also has an influence on the sector.
LTL carriers report volume declines as economic uncertainty persists

1 week ago | ccjdigital.com | Pamella De Leon

Less-than-truckload carriers Old Dominion Freight Line (CCJTop 250, No. 9), XPO (No. 7), and Saia (No. 19) reported year-over-year declines in shipments per day during May. ODFL’s tonnage fell -6.8%, XPO -5%, and a modest decline from Saia at -0.4%. ODFL and XPO saw weight per shipment fall (-1.9% and -0.7%, respectively), while Saia bucked the trend with a 3% increase in weight per shipment. For the quarter-to-date period in 2025 versus QTD 2024, the carriers showed mixed performance.
Trucking industry faces capacity risks as costs rise and rates stall

1 week ago | ccjdigital.com | Pamella De Leon

As the industry navigates macro volatility from trade policies and shifting federal regulations, FTR Transportation Intelligence noted that elevated insurance costs and stagnant freight rates may lead to tighter capacity in the near term. FTR projects no signs of a rebound in dry van spot rates in 2025 (1.4%), while refrigerated rates remain sluggish (-0.8%) and flatbed rates offer a slight bright spot (2.7%), according to Avery Vise, vice president of trucking at FTR.
Tariff uncertainty is reshaping M&A strategy and deal structure

2 weeks ago | ccjdigital.com | Pamella De Leon

The merger and acquisition environment faces new uncertainty as the Trump Administration’s tariff policy brings volatile, external pressure points to transactions already fraught with complexity. Analysts offer key considerations for parties throughout various stages of deal negotiations to address tariff-related risks. [RELATED: Specialized firms gain M&A appeal in shifting trade landscape]Legal strategies to mitigate tariff risk Preparation is critical for both buyers and sellers.