Knight-Swift CEO says CDL crackdown could fuel lasting trucking recovery

JACKSONVILLE, Florida — Knight-Swift Transportation has reduced its approved brokerage carrier pool by approximately 70% over the past two years as the trucking giant tightens carrier vetting standards amid growing concerns over cargo theft , highway safety and potential broker liability . CEO Adam Miller disclosed the reduction Tuesday during his keynote address at the second annual WEX OTR Summit in Jacksonville, Florida, saying the company has become increasingly selective about which motor carriers it allows to transport freight through its brokerage operations. “We’re down 70% from maybe two years ago,” Miller told attendees. “Because we really vetted the type of carrier that we want. ” Knight-Swift sees opportunity for more durable freight recovery Miller’s remarks come as Knight-Swift reports improving truckload market conditions despite relatively weak freight demand.