Trucking news and briefs for Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025:
First ever Congressional Trucking Caucus to focus on industry integrity, safety, growth
For the first time ever, trucking will be the focus of a congressional caucus, which is a group of legislators who meet to pursue common policy goals.
The Congressional Trucking Caucus will be “dedicated to issues related to the trucking industry and the policies that promote integrity, safety and the growth of our nation’s trucking economy,” the coalition said in a Dec. 12 letter registering the caucus.
Reps. Dave Taylor (R-Ohio), Shomari Figures (D-Alabama), Harriet Hageman (R-Wyoming), Pat Harrigan (R-North Carolina), Doug LaMalfa (R-California), and Mary Miller (R-Illinois) announced their roles as co-chairs in the launch of the caucus.
In addition to addressing issues related to trucking policies, the caucus will also serve as an educational resource for its members, organizers noted.
“Generating nearly $906 billion in revenue in 2024, America’s trucking industry powers our economy by creating 8.4 million jobs and securing American supply chains,” said Rep. Taylor. “After several tragic accidents occurred recently because of CDL drivers who could not read the road signs, it’s evident that change is needed to protect American lives on the road. I’m proud to launch the Congressional Trucking Caucus alongside my colleagues to create a forum for discussing policy solutions to keep all drivers safe on American roads, support hardworking truck drivers, and ensure the accessibility of reliable transportation across our Nation.”
The establishment of the caucus has received broad support from trucking industry organizations, including the American Trucking Associations, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, Truckload Carriers Association and more.
“America’s trucking industry is essential to our economy, our national security, and our way of life. Over 8.4 million hardworking Americans deliver more than three-quarters of the nation’s freight, and 80 percent of communities rely solely on trucks to receive their goods,” said Henry Hanscom, Senior Vice President of Legislative Affairs at the ATA. “The American Trucking Associations commends Reps. Taylor and Figures for forming this bipartisan caucus that will prioritize issues important to truckers. We look forward to working with them to expand the Congressional Trucking Caucus’ size and influence on Capitol Hill and to advance legislation that will help keep our industry strong for the long haul.”
Volvo Group opening new parts distribution center
The Volvo Group will open a new 115,000-square-foot Regional Distribution Center in Tacoma, Washington, to support Mack Trucks, Volvo Trucks North America, Volvo Construction Equipment and Volvo Penta dealers in the Northwest United States and Western Canada.Volvo Group
The Volvo Group announced this week that it will invest $37.7 million to open a new 115,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Regional Distribution Center (RDC) in Tacoma, Washington, to better support its Volvo Trucks, Mack Trucks, Volvo Penta and Volvo Construction Equipment dealers in North America.
The facility will employ about 20 people and will be key to optimizing parts delivery and expanding coverage to dealers in the Northwest United States and Western Canada.
The new facility, which is expected to open in the first quarter of 2027, will become the primary RDC for approximately 240 dealers, reducing delivery times on stock orders by 1-2 days on average. Additionally, it is expected to help Volvo reduce its CO2 emissions by centralizing order distribution closer to recipient dealers.
“This facility represents a significant expansion to the Volvo Group’s parts distribution capabilities, allowing us to reduce transportation lead times and improve reliability, especially for dealers in the more remote areas of Western Canada,” said Peter Andell, vice president of service market logistics for Volvo Group North America.
Once fully operational, the Tacoma RDC is expected to fulfill more than 500,000 order lines each year.
Hyundai Translead partners with Hyundai Capital to improve financing
Hyundai Translead is streamlining its financing process through a new partnership with Hyundai Capital America (HCA), the captive finance arm of Hyundai Motor Group in the U.S.
Together, as Hyundai Translead Capital, the companies will provide tailored, competitive financing solutions that will support Hyundai Translead’s customers and dealer network, they noted.
Hyundai Translead Capital will serve as the exclusive finance provider and support Hyundai Translead’s full range of products, including dry and refrigerated van trailers, flatbeds, truck bodies, dollies, and the Xcient fuel cell truck. It will offer a comprehensive suite of financial products such as retail loans and leases tailored to meet the unique needs of commercial fleets, owner-operators, and dealers.
“This partnership allows us to offer a seamless, customer-centric financing experience that aligns with our commitment to operational excellence,” said Sean Kenney, CEO of Hyundai Translead. “Hyundai Capital America’s deep understanding of our business and shared brand values makes them an ideal partner.”
[Related: Hyundai rolls out new Xcient fuel cell tractor]
