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Class 8 truck sales rose in June for the first time this year
Here is another round-up of the most engaging and talked-about freight content from around the web and from us.
Plus: ArcBest proves EV trucks can go the distance, Port of LA hits record volumes ahead of tariff hikes, J.B. Hunt’s Q2 shows strong intermodal—but squeezed margins, and more.
J.B. Hunt posts flat revenue and lower profit in Q2 2025, with intermodal volumes up but cost pressures weighing on margins.
Port of Los Angeles sets June cargo record amid tariff-driven frontloading, with forecasts warning of steep drop post-August.
ArcBest’s Tesla Semi test hits 1.55 kWh/mile, showing battery-electric trucks may be ready for regional freight operations.
Mexico holds the top U.S. trade partner spot, but Trump’s 30% tariff threat looms. Meanwhile, US Foods explores a merger and safety advocates sound alarms on ELD fraud.
Calls grow louder to reform ELD self-certification as manipulation tactics raise safety, fraud, and compliance concerns across the trucking industry.
US Foods eyes acquisition of Performance Food Group in potential $100 billion merger.
U.S. trade with Mexico hits $74.5 billion in May, but looming 30% tariffs from Trump threaten to upend cross-border supply chains.
Plus: Broker liability gets a fresh challenge after a new court ruling, Ferrero scoops up Kellogg Co. for $3.1B, Walmart holds the crown in 2025 retail rankings, and more.
Sixth Circuit ruling in Cox v. TQL deepens legal split on broker liability under F4A
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