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The trucking industry is eagerly anticipating a long-awaited rebound in freight rates this year as well as an easier regulatory environment following President Donald Trump’s return to the White House.
But those are far from the only matters commanding carrier executives’ attention in 2025.
FedEx’s spinoff of its Freight division and a multibillion-dollar acquisition hinted by TFI International are expected to change the face of an industry still absorbing the shock of the largest bankruptcy in trucking history two years ago.
Based on Trucking Dive’s coverage of the industry and executives’ statements in interviews and earnings calls, here are five major storylines to monitor this year.
1. Who will run Trump’s FMCSA?
Industry advocates have voiced support for Trump’s nominee for transportation secretary, former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy.
With Duffy’s confirmation process underway, eyes are turning to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, whose leader will have significant sway over trucking rules, including for speed limiters, broker transparency and autonomous trucking.
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