Transportation

$500M Highway 112 Expansion Begins in Northwest Arkansas

Once the project is completed, the highway is expected to be able to handle more than 30,000 vehicles daily.

by Marty Cook - December 1, 2025, 12:00am

Judy McReynolds’ 16-Year Leadership Journey at ArcBest

December 1, 2025, 12:00am

ArcBest’s retiring CEO guided the company through the Great Recession, rebranded it and expanded logistics services, earning industry acclaim and a place in the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame.

Arkansas Highway Commission Loses Eminent Domain Fight

November 24, 2025, 12:00am

As a result of missing a court deadline, the Arkansas Highway Commission is still legally tangled with Transport Realty Inc. over a property dispute.

Arkansas Airports Navigate the Government Shutdown

November 3, 2025, 12:00am

Arkansas airports are buying meals for unpaid screeners and bracing for the day when workers can no longer afford to keep coming to work.

Trucking Industry Pushes Back Against Rising ‘Nuclear’ Verdicts

Nuclear verdicts threaten trucking firms as multimillion-dollar jury awards rise nationwide. read more >

by Marty Cook - October 6, 2025, 12:00am

Government & Politics / Transportation

Arkansas Trucking Leaders Say English Proficiency Rules Are About Safety, Not Politics

The subject has been in the news this summer after President Donald Trump signed an executive order in April to enforce the requirements. read more >

by Marty Cook - September 8, 2025, 12:00am

Banking & Finance / Transportation

J.B. Hunt Names Brad Delco CFO & Executive VP of Finance (Super Mover)

Delco has worked at J.B. Hunt since 2019, starting as vice president of finance and investor relations. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - September 1, 2025, 12:00am

Agriculture & Poultry / Banking & Finance / Business Services

New Roles at Cobb-Vantress, First Community Bank & Central States (Movers & Shakers)

This week’s Movers & Shakers highlights leadership changes across Arkansas in banking, health care, education, agriculture and more. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - September 1, 2025, 12:00am

Energy / Retail / Technology

Arkansas EV Dealer Grows Beyond Tesla Amid Sales Shift

As Tesla faces political backlash and falling sales, Arkansas EV dealer Collin Riggin is thriving with a diverse, used electric lineup. read more >

by Kyle Massey - August 11, 2025, 12:00am

Gatik’s autonomous trucks have been making deliveries for Tyson Foods of Springdale since the two companies struck a deal in September 2023. Tyson now has four trucks in the program operating six days a week. [photo provided]

Public Companies / Restaurants & Food / Retail

Gatik’s Autonomous Delivery Trucks Make Strides with Walmart and Tyson Foods

A growing fleet of driverless trucks from Gatik is reshaping logistics in northwest Arkansas, with Walmart and Tyson Foods leading the charge. read more >

by Josh McNeil - August 11, 2025, 12:00am

Commercial drivers for ArcBest Corp. of Fort Smith gave Tesla’s electric tractors good reviews for driveability.[PHOTOs provided]

Public Companies / Technology / Transportation

ArcBest Finds Promise in Tesla Semi Pilot Program

ArcBest’s Tesla semi pilot in California and Nevada highlights growing promise for electric freight trucks — with a few caveats. read more >

by Marty Cook - August 11, 2025, 12:00am

Judy McReynolds won great respect from industry colleagues over her years of leadership at ArcBest Corp. [PHOTO provided]

Public Companies / Transportation

Judy McReynolds’ Legacy: Growth, Grit & Vision

Judy McReynolds led ArcBest from crisis to profitability, redefining both the company and leadership expectations across the trucking industry. read more >

by Marty Cook - August 11, 2025, 12:00am

Public Companies

Lance Stewart Named CEO of PAM Transport

He began his career with the trucking company in 1989. And as a native of Tontitown, he grew up near the company's headquarters. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - August 5, 2025, 10:02am

Legal / Transportation

Crain Sisters’ Case Back in Lower Court

The Arkansas Supreme Court declined to review a case involving a multimillion-dollar dispute between the Crain sisters and their stepmother over Regional Jet Center. read more >

by Mark Friedman - July 28, 2025, 12:00am

James Reed, CEO of USA Truck Inc. of Van Buren

Former USA Truck CEO James Reed Moving On, but Staying Put

Reed has joined Banner Capital of Salt Lake City as an operating partner, bringing logistics and tech experience to its $650 million private equity portfolio. read more >

by Marty Cook - June 16, 2025, 12:00am

A Tesla charging station in Las Vegas, Nevada

Public Companies / Real Estate / Technology

Tesla Service Center Coming to North Little Rock

The 3-acre site on Warden Road recently sold for $5.1 million. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - June 9, 2025, 12:00am

Government & Politics / Transportation

Truck Parking Finally Gets Public Notice

Industry leaders say the decades-old shortage of safe truck parking is finally getting the attention it needs, with a proposed $755 million federal fund offering hope. read more >

by Marty Cook - May 19, 2025, 12:00am

Modern freight trucks are equipped with in-cab technology like lane assistance, collision mitigation, roll stability and adaptive cruise control. [PHOTO provided]

Technology / Transportation

New Tech Transforming Arkansas Trucking Industry

Arkansas trucking firms are adopting new technologies—from in-cab cameras to AI route planning—to improve safety, efficiency, and logistics amid ongoing industry challenges. read more >

by Chloe McGehee - May 12, 2025, 12:00am

Education / Transportation

Brian Fugate on How AI & Data Are Redefining Supply Chains

Brian Fugate, 48, has been the chairman of the Supply Chain Management Department at the UA since 2016. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - May 12, 2025, 12:00am

A gas station and convenience store in Fayetteville on Interstate 49 is a popular parking spot for many truckers. [michael woods]

Government & Politics / Real Estate / Transportation

Truck Parking Shortage Puts Pressure on US Supply Chain

Research has shown that truck drivers average nearly an hour a day looking for a place to park rather than continuing with their deliveries. Drivers who can’t find legal places to park often have to improvise. read more >

by Marty Cook - May 12, 2025, 12:00am

Everett Auto Group Acquires Mark Martin Kia in Batesville

The dealership, formerly owned by Lance Landers, now operates as Everett Kia. read more >

by Arkansas Business Staff - April 21, 2025, 1:28pm

Construction / Transportation

Growing Pains Signal Success at XNA

Northwest Arkansas National Airport is in nonstop expansion mode, with $400 million in upgrades planned over the next five years to keep pace with record-breaking passenger growth. read more >

by Marty Cook - April 21, 2025, 12:00am

Business Services / Government & Politics / Manufacturing

Potential Tariffs Cause Concerns for Arkansas Trucking Industry

One of the chief concerns is the tariffs’ effect on equipment costs. Many tractors, trailers and other transportation equipment are imported into the United States, and the tariff tax could put upgrades out of reach for many companies. read more >

by Marty Cook - March 24, 2025, 12:00am

Construction / Transportation

Paving the Way (Cindy Williams Commentary)

Women play a vital role in construction and will shape the industry’s future. read more >

by Cindy Williams - March 3, 2025, 12:00am

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