FedEx Freight turns to NASCAR to build standalone brand with truck series deal. FedEx Freight will also become an official partner of NASCAR and its exclusive freight shipping partner across the US, Canada and Mexico, effective January 1, 2027. September 19, 2026 NASCAR has entered into a long-term entitlement partnership with FedEx Freight that will see the organisation's Truck Series renamed the NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series from the 2027 season, bringing together one of North America's largest freight carriers and a motorsport property built around the trucking industry. Under the agreement, FedEx Freight will also become an official partner of NASCAR and its exclusive freight shipping partner across the United States, Canada and Mexico, effective January 1, 2027. The partnership marks the first sponsorship platform of this scale for FedEx Freight since it became an independent, publicly traded company in June 2026 following its separation from FedEx Corporation. The company will use NASCAR's national reach to build awareness of its standalone brand while strengthening relationships with customers, employees and business leaders. Craig Stimmel, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer, NASCAR, said, "FedEx Freight choosing NASCAR for a brand investment of this magnitude says a lot about where our sport is today and the value our platform can deliver to businesses looking to grow. And there may not be a more natural pairing than FedEx Freight and the NASCAR Truck Series. This is a series built on trucks, toughness and people who compete incredibly hard to deliver every single week. That same grit, reliability and get-it-done mentality is embedded in FedEx Freight. As they continue to establish their identity as an independent company, we have an incredible opportunity to put that brand in front of millions of fans while creating real business value throughout the NASCAR industry." John Smith, President and CEO, FedEx Freight, added, "Some partnerships just make sense. As FedEx Freight moves forward in its next chapter as an independent company, we are focused on opportunities that strengthen our brand and support our long-term growth strategy, and we are confident the NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series will deliver. "NASCAR and its loyal fanbase represent the same commitment to safety, hard work, reliability and teamwork that has defined our company for decades. NASCAR provides a powerful platform to connect with customers, engage our dedicated team members and introduce the FedEx Freight brand to millions of passionate fans nationwide. This is a series built on trucks and being number one. It is a relationship that reflects our confidence in the future and our commitment to building a strong company positioned for continued success." For FedEx Freight, the agreement extends beyond naming rights. The partnership will include customer engagement, employee initiatives, community programmes and targeted activations in markets surrounding the company's distribution locations. NASCAR said the platform is intended to support brand awareness, B2B lead generation, employee recognition and community engagement. FedEx Freight operates a network of more than 365 locations, supported by approximately 40,000 employees and nearly 30,000 vehicles across North America. The company's freight-shipping relationship with NASCAR therefore adds an operational component to the sponsorship alongside its media and marketing rights. The agreement will replace Craftsman as the Truck Series entitlement partner after the 2026 season. For NASCAR, the deal demonstrates how its commercial offering is expanding beyond traditional sponsorship visibility to include B2B relationships, operational partnerships and year-round brand engagement.

Veteran competitors headline FedEx Freight's 2026 TMCSuperTech team. September 16, 2026 11:03 AM MEMPHIS, Tenn., September 16, 2026 - Led by three Fleet Maintenance Senior Technicians who have previously earned Grand Champion recognition at The Technology & Maintenance Council's National Skills Competition, FedEx Freight is set to field a 10-technician team to compete at this year's competition being held in Pittsburgh Sept. 20-21. TMCSuperTech is a two-day event. Day One features various table-top and hands-on skills challenges that replicate what fleet maintenance technicians encounter at their shops. Competitors will take a written exam and are invited to attend a technician training fair on Day Two. Station awards and overall champions will be announced during a banquet the evening of Sept. 21. FedEx Freight technicians have dominated the annual competition in recent years. A FXF technician has earned Grand Champion honors in each of the last 11 TMCSuperTech competitions in which FedEx Freight has fielded a team. Returning to defend the title is reigning Grand Champion Matt Sloan of Jacksonville, Florida. Sloan led a FedEx Freight sweep of the top two positions in 2025, with Kelby Bentley of Greensboro, North Carolina, finishing as runner-up. Bentley previously captured the Grand Champion title in 2019. Also returning this year is Eric Vos of Boise, Idaho, one of the most accomplished competitors in TMCSuperTech history. Vos earned back-to-back Grand Champion titles in 2015 and 2016. He has also finished as national runner-up three times and has eight total Top 10 finishes.

FedEx Freight names Michael Rodgers Chief Commercial and Technology Officer. E-mail Address StreetInsider.com Top Tickers, 9/14/2026 September 14, 2026 4:30 PM EDT Get alerts FDXF hot sheet. SELL ( = Flat) Expanded role integrates commercial strategy, technology, customer experience, and marketing to drive enterprise execution MEMPHIS, Tenn.-(BUSINESS WIRE)- FedEx Freight (NYSE: FDXF) today named Michael Rodgers Executive Vice President - Chief Commercial and Technology Officer, effective immediately. His new role is an expansion of his responsibilities to include leadership of sales, customer experience, marketing, and communications in addition to continuing to lead the company's technology organization. Since June 1, 2025, Rodgers has served as Chief Technology Officer, successfully guiding FedEx Freight's technology evolution as an independent company. Today's announcement reflects the critical connection between the company's commercial strategy and technology roadmap as FedEx Freight builds on its position as the largest North American less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier. "Mike has a deep understanding of our customers and a strong track record of creating customer, business, employee, and shareholder value, which has been built over decades," said John Smith, president and CEO of FedEx Freight. "His leadership, commitment to our culture, and strong relationships across the organization, combined with his broad commercial and operational experience, will help us accelerate and unlock further value as we continue to execute our strategy in the years to come." Rodgers brings more than 30 years of experience integrating customer strategy, revenue growth, digital products, data, technology, marketing, operations, and enterprise transformation to drive long-term value. Prior to joining FedEx Freight, he served as EVP, Chief Technology and Chief Information Officer for Pilot Company, one of the leading suppliers of fuel and the largest operator of travel centers in North America. Prior to Pilot, Rodgers was EVP, Omni-Channel for JCPenney Corporation, and spent more than 20 years as EVP, Chief Information and Operations Officer for Saks Fifth Avenue. FedEx Freight's commercial organization has a strong leadership team including Tom Connolly, Vice President of Sales, an industry veteran who continues to lead FedEx Freight's dedicated LTL salesforce. About FedEx Freight: FedEx Freight is North America's largest LTL carrier, delivering industry-leading published transit times, service levels, and reliability. FedEx Freight's service offerings - including Priority, Economy, and Direct - allow customers to balance speed and cost to meet their unique needs. FedEx Custom Critical, a subsidiary, provides expedited, time- and temperature-specific freight solutions, including Surface Expedite and White Glove Services, available 24/7/365. With nearly 30,000 vehicles, of which nearly 17,000 are tractors, and 40,000 dedicated team members to support our network of over 365 locations, we ensure freight arrives safely, securely, and on time across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. FedEx Freight leverages operational efficiency, data-driven technology, and a focused sales organization to provide outstanding service. To learn more, visit www.fedexfreight.com.