Regulation
U.S. Supreme Court Issues Major Ruling in Freight Broker Safety Liability Case, C.H. Robinson Loses
In a major opinion issued Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with truck accident victims, ruling that freight brokers are not shielded by federal law from liability for negligently hiring unsafe carriers, enabling states to impose stricter oversight. The case, stemming from Shawn Montgomery v. C.H. Robinson, is now remanded to the appellate court for further proceedings, with far-reaching implications for the industry.
ArcBest shareholders approve move of incorporation to Texas
ArcBest shareholders approved moving the company's state of incorporation from Delaware to Texas at the annual meeting by a vote of 13.9 million in favor and 6.9 million against, with the change expected to take effect around May 15. The move aims to strengthen protections for directors and executives and to reduce opportunistic litigation by leveraging Texas's more predictable legal environment.
ArcBest shareholders approve reincorporation from Delaware to Texas
ArcBest shareholders approved at the annual meeting the reincorporation of the company from Delaware to Texas by a vote of 13.9 million to 6.9 million, with the change expected to take effect around May 15. The company's board believes that Texas business regulations provide clearer decision-making guidance, which can reduce opportunistic litigation, and the company has 17 facilities in Texas, resulting in stronger operational ties.
Court Approves $3 Million Settlement in Knight-Swift Employee Retirement Case
A federal judge approved a $3 million settlement by Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings over allegations of excessive 401(k) fees, potentially compensating about 100,000 employees.
Court Approves $3 Million Settlement in Knight-Swift Employee Retirement Case
A federal judge approved a $3 million settlement by Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings over allegations of excessive 401(k) fees, potentially compensating about 100,000 employees.
FMCSA Plans to Expand Motus Registration System Reform Scope in Q2
FMCSA plans to further promote its new registration system, Motus, in the second quarter of 2026, which will replace multiple existing registration platforms and introduce new business verification mechanisms to reduce fraud risk. The next phase will launch on May 19 and involve various transportation-related entities.
FMCSA Plans to Expand Motus Registration System Reform Scope in Q2
FMCSA will expand the application scope of the Motus registration system in Q2, which aims to simplify the registration process, enhance security verification, and gradually replace multiple existing registration systems. The new phase will begin on May 19 and involve various transportation-related entities.
Appeals court denies request to suspend new rules for nonresident commercial driver's licenses
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Tuesday denied a request to suspend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's new nonresident commercial driver's license (CDL) rules, ruling that the petitioners failed to meet the strict standards for a stay. The rules will gradually restrict most noncitizens from trucking, affecting approximately 97% of the nation's roughly 200,000 nonresident CDLs. The case will continue, with filing deadlines for legal documents set from June 15 to August 5.
Appeals court denies request to suspend new nonresident CDL rule
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit on Tuesday denied a request to suspend the FMCSA's new nonresident CDL rule, ruling that the plaintiffs failed to meet the strict standards for a stay. The rule requires nonresident drivers to hold an I-94 form and a valid passport, and to fall under H-2A, H-2B, or E-2 visa categories; otherwise, they will be unable to renew their licenses, potentially affecting 97% of the approximately 200,000 nonresident CDL holders over the next five years.
Toyota to Build Hydrogen Fueling Station in Southern California and Deploy Hydrogen-Powered Heavy-Duty Truck Logistics
Toyota plans to build its first hydrogen fueling station at its North American Parts Center in Ontario, Southern California, and partner with Hyroad Energy to deploy 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks for port-to-dealer vehicle transportation and internal parts logistics. The fueling station is expected to be completed in early 2027 and will be open to non-Toyota customers at that time. This initiative is part of Toyota's 2050 zero-emission goal, aiming to use commercial vehicles as a platform for large-scale validation.