UPS to retrofit 5,000 trucks with air conditioning

A recent Fleet News article reveals that the UK will need 40,000 new HGV drivers every year over the next five years to avoid repeating the 2021 shortage scenario... With 81% of freight moved by road, the implications for logistics and fleet operations are significant. When driver capacity is strained, vehicle availability, reliability and rapid turnaround become even more critical. At Fiveways, we see how this plays out: 1. Customers increasingly rely on flexible hire solutions to scale fleet capacity during staffing pinch points. 2. Our maintenance-first model ensures vehicles are ready and dependable, reducing unexpected downtime when drivers are scarce. 3. Having a responsive partner who can step in with replacement or backup vehicles helps clients avoid service gaps when driver or vehicle issues arise. As the driver gap widens, having a hire partner you can trust won’t just be nice to have, it could become essential 🚚 #FleetHire #DriverShortage #Logistics #VehicleMaintenance #BusinessContinuity #FivewaysHire

UPS said Monday evening it has agreed to retrofit 5,000 existing delivery vehicles in the hottest regions of the country, but the decision falls short of initial Teamster union demands for 28,000 new vehicles for fleet expansion or replacement. https://lnkd.in/eQf8MXWC

"The trucking industry isn’t going anywhere. It may evolve with technology—but until we reach the world of Star Trek, where freight is beamed from one city to the next, goods will continue to move by truck, train, boat, or plane. In Canada, most domestic freight and trade with the US moves by truck—more specifically, by the hard-working, professional driver behind the wheel." Read more from this editorial piece written by CTA president Stephen Laskowski, as published by the Ontario Trucking Association. #CanadianTrucking #TransportIndustry

Pressure on foreign drivers expected to be a significant factor for capacity in the US truck sector. https://okt.to/O5o08R #truckingindustry #USTruckingMarket #TruckingCareers

🚚 U.S. Trucking Industry Update: Carrier Consolidation In September 2025, over 1,100 carriers exited the U.S. market, signaling tighter capacity and challenges for smaller fleets. The number of new carriers entering also declined, putting more pressure on the industry. At FreightPro.ai, we’re addressing these challenges by connecting fleets with over 140k+ qualified CDL drivers, helping maintain efficiency during this shift. #TruckingIndustry #CarrierConsolidation #FreightProAI #Logistics #DriverRecruitment

Large US truckload carriers are cutting into their fleets again, attempting to reduce capacity to match low levels of demand and to fatten thinning profit margins. Additional freight those carriers anticipated in the fourth quarter has yet to arrive on docks. #FTL #truckload #freight #supplychain

The White House on Oct. 17 released additional details of the planned #tariffs on heavy-duty #trucks and truck #parts starting Nov. 1, including an offset program aimed at encouraging more #manufacturing in the United States. According to a fact sheet posted on the White House’s website, the 25% tariff applies to Classes 3-8 trucks and #TruckParts, including heavy-duty #tractors, large pick-up trucks, moving trucks, #cargo trucks, and #DumpTrucks. https://lnkd.in/g3cg-MtC #trucking #transportation #economy #OEMs #US

Transportation, fleets, and supply chains are fundamentally driven by people. The key lies in having quality individuals executing their roles effectively. Today's professional driver is not just someone behind the wheel; they represent the customer, embody the brand, and serve as advocates for the industry. A recent article from CCJ — Commercial Carrier Journal highlights the ongoing debate within the industry between "quality" and "quantity." In the current driving environment, the emphasis must be on quality drivers, as they significantly influence various direct and indirect aspects of the business. As companies prepare for growth and recovery in CY2026, it is essential to evaluate whether the goal is merely filling seats or investing in the development of professional quality drivers. For more insights, read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g9NmuPxu

What’s the #1 problem in trucking today? Ask any owner-operator — it’s not the miles, it’s the system. A system that pushes small operators to the edge with rising costs, unfair contracts, and razor-thin margins — while the ones behind the wheel carry the nation on their shoulders. Until we start valuing drivers as professionals, not replaceable assets, the industry will keep losing the very people who built it. #Trucking #OwnerOperator #Transportation #Logistics #SupplyChain #WeMoveAmerica

Independent drivers and smaller trucking companies face continued challenges under the latest tariff regulations. Semi truck financing options can provide the funds needed to keep operations rolling. This article breaks down different options: https://bit.ly/4nADrQe