Shutdowns, Strides, and Self-Driving Semis | That’s Delivered Podcast News
Hey Trucking Fam,
We’ve got big headlines rolling through the industry this week—from a spike in company shutdowns to new laws protecting your wallet. Whether you’re OTR or off the clock, these updates matter.
Let’s break it down:
1. Shutdown Surge: Over 7,400 Carriers Exit in April
The freight market is still feeling shaky. 7,474 trucking companies shut down last month—a 12-month high and a 26% spike from March. The top reasons? Market volatility and freight fraud.
Read more on FreightWaves:
Trucking Company Exits Reach 12-Month High
2. Freight Recovery Ahead: ATA Forecasts Growth
After a rough couple of years, truck volumes are expected to climb again in 2025, with projected growth of 1.6% and a steady rise through 2030.
See the outlook:
ATA Projects Truck Freight Rebound
3. Towing Reform Victory in Indiana
Starting July 1, new laws crack down on predatory towing. Commercial vehicle drivers will benefit from transparent pricing, invoice caps, and limits on excessive charges.
Drivers could save thousands.
Learn how Indiana is changing the game
4. Senate Blocks California’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Ban
In a major policy reversal, the U.S. Senate voted to overturn California’s plan to ban sales of new gas-powered trucks by 2035.
Emissions policy may shift nationwide.
5. Going Green: Can We Decarbonize Trucking?
EVs and hydrogen-powered trucks are gaining traction—but infrastructure and costs are big hurdles.
Will your next rig be electric or hydrogen?
Explore the sustainability push
6. Aurora Hits the Road with Driverless Trucks
The future is here. Aurora completed a 200-mile delivery in Texas with no one behind the wheel. Routes between Dallas, El Paso, and Phoenix are next.
Check out the milestone
Driverless Freight Gets Rolling
7. Equipment Update: Class 8 Truck Orders Down 52%
Truck orders are slowing down in a big way, falling from 15,850 to 7,600 units. Industry leaders cite high prices, production delays, and uncertainty.
More details here:
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Stay safe. Stay informed. Keep it delivered.
– Ray “Trucking Ray” Lampkins
Host of That’s Delivered