Document And Entity Information
Document And Entity Information - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Feb. 25, 2018 | Jun. 30, 2017 | |
Document Information [Line Items] | |||
Entity Registrant Name | COVENANT TRANSPORTATION GROUP INC | ||
Entity Central Index Key | 928,658 | ||
Trading Symbol | cvti | ||
Current Fiscal Year End Date | --12-31 | ||
Entity Filer Category | Accelerated Filer | ||
Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes | ||
Entity Voluntary Filers | No | ||
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer | No | ||
Entity Public Float | $ 214.1 | ||
Document Type | 10-K | ||
Document Period End Date | Dec. 31, 2017 | ||
Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2,017 | ||
Document Fiscal Period Focus | FY | ||
Amendment Flag | false | ||
Common Class B [Member] | |||
Document Information [Line Items] | |||
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding (in shares) | 2,350,000 | ||
Common Class A [Member] | |||
Document Information [Line Items] | |||
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding (in shares) | 15,980,825 |
Consolidated Balance Sheets
Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Current assets: | ||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 15,356 | $ 7,750 |
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $1,456 in 2017 and $1,345 in 2016 | 104,153 | 96,636 |
Drivers' advances and other receivables, net of allowance of $556 in 2017 and $519 in 2016 | 15,062 | 8,757 |
Inventory and supplies | 4,232 | 3,980 |
Prepaid expenses | 8,699 | 10,889 |
Assets held for sale | 1,444 | 2,695 |
Income taxes receivable | 11,551 | 4,256 |
Other short-term assets | 1,817 | |
Total current assets | 162,314 | 134,963 |
Property and equipment, at cost | 650,988 | 631,076 |
Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization | (186,916) | (165,605) |
Net property and equipment | 464,072 | 465,471 |
Other assets, net | 23,282 | 20,104 |
Total assets | 649,668 | 620,538 |
Current liabilities: | ||
Checks outstanding in excess of bank balances | 189 | |
Accounts payable | 11,857 | 13,032 |
Accrued expenses | 26,520 | 26,607 |
Current maturities of long-term debt | 24,596 | 24,947 |
Current portion of capital lease obligations | 2,962 | 2,441 |
Current portion of insurance and claims accrual | 15,042 | 17,177 |
Other short-term liabilities | 243 | 3,388 |
Total current liabilities | 81,220 | 87,781 |
Long-term debt | 164,465 | 168,676 |
Capital Leases, Capital lease obligations, long-term | 21,777 | 19,761 |
Insurance and claims accrual | 21,836 | 20,866 |
Deferred income taxes | 63,344 | 84,157 |
Other long-term liabilities | 1,825 | 2,883 |
Total liabilities | 354,467 | 384,124 |
Commitments and contingent liabilities | ||
Stockholders' equity: | ||
Additional paid-in-capital | 137,242 | 137,912 |
Treasury stock at cost; no shares as of December 31, 2017 and 23,656 shares as of December 31, 2016 | (1,084) | |
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) | 293 | (2,640) |
Retained earnings | 157,471 | 102,032 |
Total stockholders' equity | 295,201 | 236,414 |
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | 649,668 | 620,538 |
Common Class A [Member] | ||
Stockholders' equity: | ||
Common stock | 171 | 170 |
Common Class B [Member] | ||
Stockholders' equity: | ||
Common stock | $ 24 | $ 24 |
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Pa
Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parentheticals) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Accounts receivable allowance | $ 1,456 | $ 1,345 |
Drivers' advances and other receivables, allowance | $ 556 | $ 519 |
Treasury stock, shares (in shares) | 23,656 | |
Common Class A [Member] | ||
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 20,000,000 | 20,000,000 |
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) | 15,979,703 | 15,922,879 |
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) | 15,979,703 | 15,899,223 |
Common Class B [Member] | ||
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share) | $ 0.01 | $ 0.01 |
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares) | 5,000,000 | 5,000,000 |
Common stock, shares issued (in shares) | 2,350,000 | 2,350,000 |
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares) | 2,350,000 | 2,350,000 |
Consolidated Statements of Oper
Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Revenues | |||
Freight revenue | $ 626,809 | $ 610,845 | $ 640,120 |
Fuel surcharge revenue | 78,198 | 59,806 | 84,120 |
Total revenue | 705,007 | 670,651 | 724,240 |
Operating expenses: | |||
Salaries, wages, and related expenses | 241,784 | 234,526 | 244,779 |
Fuel expense | 103,139 | 103,108 | 122,160 |
Operations and maintenance | 48,774 | 45,864 | 46,458 |
Revenue equipment rentals and purchased transportation | 141,954 | 117,472 | 118,583 |
Operating taxes and licenses | 9,878 | 11,712 | 11,016 |
Insurance and claims | 33,155 | 32,596 | 31,909 |
Communications and utilities | 6,938 | 6,057 | 6,162 |
General supplies and expenses | 14,783 | 14,413 | 14,007 |
Depreciation and amortization, including gains and losses on disposition of property and equipment | 76,447 | 72,456 | 61,384 |
Total operating expenses | 676,852 | 638,204 | 656,458 |
Operating income | 28,155 | 32,447 | 67,782 |
Interest expense, net | 8,258 | 8,226 | 8,445 |
Income from equity method investment | (3,400) | (3,000) | (4,570) |
Income before income taxes | 23,297 | 27,221 | 63,907 |
Income tax (benefit) expense | (32,142) | 10,386 | 21,822 |
Net income | $ 55,439 | $ 16,835 | $ 42,085 |
Income per share: | |||
Basic income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 3.03 | $ 0.93 | $ 2.32 |
Diluted income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 3.02 | $ 0.92 | $ 2.30 |
Basic weighted average shares outstanding (in shares) | 18,279 | 18,182 | 18,145 |
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (in shares) | 18,372 | 18,266 | 18,311 |
Consolidated Statements of Comp
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Net income | $ 55,439 | $ 16,835 | $ 42,085 |
Other comprehensive income (loss): | |||
Unrealized gain (loss) on effective portion of cash flow hedges, net of tax of $51, $2,696, and $8,722 in 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively | 149 | 4,307 | (14,051) |
Reclassification of cash flow hedge losses into statement of operations, net of tax of $1,719, $6,634, and $5,964 in 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively | 2,784 | 10,597 | 9,608 |
Total other comprehensive income (loss) | 2,933 | 14,904 | (4,443) |
Comprehensive income | $ 58,372 | $ 31,739 | $ 37,642 |
Consolidated Statements of Com6
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Parentheticals) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Unrealized loss on effective portion of cash flow hedges, tax | $ 51 | $ 2,696 | $ (8,722) |
Reclassification of cash flow hedge loss into statement of operations, tax | $ 1,719 | $ 6,634 | $ 5,964 |
Consolidated Statement of Stock
Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Equity - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Common Stock [Member]Common Class A [Member] | Common Stock [Member]Common Class B [Member] | Additional Paid-in Capital [Member] | Treasury Stock [Member] | AOCI Attributable to Parent [Member] | Retained Earnings [Member] | Total |
Balance at Dec. 31, 2014 | $ 168 | $ 24 | $ 141,248 | $ (13,101) | $ 40,865 | $ 169,204 | |
Net income | 42,085 | 42,085 | |||||
Other comprehensive loss | (4,443) | (4,443) | |||||
Purchase of treasury stock | (4,994) | (4,994) | |||||
Stock-based employee compensation expense | 1 | 1,295 | 1,296 | ||||
Exercise of stock options | 1 | 1,091 | 1,092 | ||||
Issuance of restricted shares, net | (3,666) | 1,586 | (2,080) | ||||
Balance at Dec. 31, 2015 | 170 | 24 | 139,968 | (3,408) | (17,544) | 82,950 | 202,160 |
Net income | 16,835 | 16,835 | |||||
Other comprehensive loss | 14,904 | 14,904 | |||||
Stock-based employee compensation expense | 1,178 | 1,178 | |||||
Exercise of stock options | (27) | 59 | 32 | ||||
Issuance of restricted shares, net | (3,207) | 2,265 | (942) | ||||
Effect of adoption of ASU 2016-09 | 2,247 | 2,247 | |||||
Balance at Dec. 31, 2016 | 170 | 24 | 137,912 | (1,084) | (2,640) | 102,032 | 236,414 |
Net income | 55,439 | 55,439 | |||||
Other comprehensive loss | 2,933 | 2,933 | |||||
Stock-based employee compensation expense | 951 | 951 | |||||
Issuance of restricted shares, net | 1 | (1,621) | 1,084 | (536) | |||
Balance at Dec. 31, 2017 | $ 171 | $ 24 | $ 137,242 | $ 293 | $ 157,471 | $ 295,201 |
Consolidated Statements of Cash
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Cash flows from operating activities: | |||
Net income | $ 55,439 | $ 16,835 | $ 42,085 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: | |||
Provision (reversal) for losses on accounts receivable | 454 | (241) | 1,100 |
Reversal of gain on sales to equity method investee | (179) | (207) | (26) |
Depreciation and amortization | 72,422 | 71,647 | 62,010 |
Amortization of deferred financing fees | 242 | 293 | 261 |
Unrealized (gain) loss on ineffective portion of fuel hedges | (1,454) | ||
Return of (issuance of) cash collateral on fuel hedge | 5,000 | ||
Deferred income tax (benefit) expense | (23,023) | (922) | 20,701 |
Income tax benefit arising from restricted share vesting and stock options exercised | 457 | 1,108 | |
Casualty premium credit | (3,600) | ||
Income from equity method investment | (3,400) | (3,000) | (4,570) |
Return on investment in affiliated company | 1,960 | 1,470 | |
Loss (gain) on disposition of property and equipment | 4,024 | 808 | (626) |
Stock-based compensation expense | 1,201 | 1,378 | 1,496 |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | |||
Receivables and advances | (23,670) | 21,207 | (28,120) |
Prepaid expenses and other assets | 1,768 | (1,464) | 2,688 |
Inventory and supplies | (252) | 24 | 398 |
Insurance and claims accrual | (1,165) | (1,390) | (1,304) |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | (3,425) | (5,116) | (10,562) |
Net cash flows provided by operating activities | 82,853 | 102,430 | 85,477 |
Cash flows from investing activities: | |||
Acquisition of property and equipment | (110,802) | (112,794) | (181,963) |
Proceeds from disposition of property and equipment | 48,749 | 65,507 | 34,287 |
Net cash flows used by investing activities | (62,053) | (47,287) | (147,676) |
Cash flows from financing activities: | |||
Change in checks outstanding in excess of bank balances | (189) | (4,509) | 4,698 |
Proceeds from issuance of notes payable | 121,210 | 69,432 | 113,077 |
Proceeds from exercise of stock options | 32 | 1,092 | |
Repayments of notes payable | (122,676) | (120,630) | (67,276) |
Repayments of capital lease obligations | (7,416) | (4,140) | (1,718) |
Proceeds under revolving credit facility | 1,271,669 | 1,023,978 | 870,432 |
Repayments under revolving credit facility | (1,274,847) | (1,014,796) | (867,430) |
Common stock repurchased | (4,994) | ||
Payment of minimum tax withholdings on stock compensation | (785) | (1,142) | (2,280) |
Debt refinancing costs | (160) | (108) | (242) |
Net cash flows (used in) provided by financing activities | (13,194) | (51,883) | 45,359 |
Net change in cash and cash equivalents | 7,606 | 3,260 | (16,840) |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year | 7,750 | 4,490 | 21,330 |
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year | 15,356 | 7,750 | 4,490 |
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: | |||
Interest, net of capitalized interest | 8,268 | 8,453 | 8,371 |
Income taxes | (2,222) | 6,412 | 8,112 |
Equipment purchased under capital leases | $ 9,953 | $ 11,765 | $ 1,318 |
Note 1 - Summary of Significant
Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block] | 1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Nature of Business and Segments Covenant Transportation Group, Inc., a Nevada holding company, together with its wholly owned subsidiaries offers truckload transportation and brokerage services to customers throughout the continental United States. We have two The Truckload segment consists of three nomic characteristics and meet the aggregation criteria. The three In addition, our Managed Freight segment has service offerings ancillary to our Truckload services, including: freight brokerage s ervice directly and through freight brokerage agents, who are paid a commission for the freight they provide. The operations consist of several operating segments, which are aggregated due to similar margins and customers. Included within Managed Freight is our account receivable factoring business which does not $3.1 Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Covenant Transportatio n Group, Inc., a holding company incorporated in the state of Nevada in 1994, References in this report to "it," "we," "us," "our," the "Company," and similar expressions refer to Covenant Transportation Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Investment in Transport Enterprise Leasing, LLC Transport Enterprise Leasing, LLC ("TEL") is a tractor and trailer equipment leasing company and used equipment reseller. We evaluated our investment in TEL to determine whether it should be recorded on a consolidated basis. Our percentage of ownership interest ( 49% not not 49% On a periodic basis, we assess whether there are any indicators that the fair value of ou r investment in TEL may no Revenue Recognition Revenue, drivers' wages, and other direct operating expenses generated by our Truckload reportable segment are recognized on the date shipments are delivered to the customer. Revenue includes transportation revenue, fuel surcharges, loading and unloading activities, equipment detention, and other accessorial services. Revenue generated by our Managed Freight segment is recognized upon completion of the services provided. Revenue is recorded on a gross basis, without deducting third $3.1 $2.6 $2.4 2017, 2016, 2015, 2013 not E stimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make decisions based upon estimates, assumptions, and factors we consider as relevant to the circumstances. Such decisions include the selection of applicable accounting principles and the use of judgment in their application, the results of which impact reported amounts and disclosures. Changes in future economic conditions or other business circumstances may Cash and Cash Equivalents We consider all highly liquid investments with a maturity of three equivalents. Additionally, we are also subject to concentrations of credit risk related to deposits in banks in excess of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation limits. Accounts Receivable and Concentration of Credit Risk We extend credit to our customers in the normal course of business. We perform ongoing credit evaluations and generally do not Accounts receivable are comprised of a diversified customer base that results in a lack of concentra tion of credit risk. During 2017, 2016, 2015, ten 49%, 53%, 45% 2017, no 10% 2016 2015, one 33 34 2017 2016, Included in accounts rec eivable is $31.9 $25.8 December 31, 2017 2016, $0.2 85% 95% December 31, 2017, $0.6 s customer base under predefined criteria. The carrying value of the factored receivables approximates the fair value, as the receivables are generally repaid directly to us by the client' s customer within 30–40 The following table provides a summary (in th ousands) of the activity in the accounts for 2017, 2016, 2015: Years ended December 31: Beginning balance January 1, Additional provisions to (reversal of) allowance Write-offs and other deductions Ending balance December 31, 201 7 $ 1,345 $ 454 $ (343 ) $ 1,456 201 6 $ 1,857 $ (241 ) $ (271 ) $ 1,345 201 5 $ 1,767 $ 1,100 $ (1,010 ) $ 1,857 Inventories and Supplies Inventories and supplies consist of parts, tires, fuel, and supplies. Tires on new revenue equipment are capitalized as a component of the related equipment cost when the tractor or trailer is placed in service and recovered through depreciation over the life of the vehicle. Replacement tires and parts on hand at year end are recorded at the lower of cost or market with cost determined using the first first Assets Held for Sale Assets held for sale include property and revenue equipment no no the lower of depreciated book value or fair market value less selling costs. We periodically review the carrying value of these assets for possible impairment. We expect to sell these assets within twelve Property and Equipment Property and equip ment is stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation for book purposes is determined using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, while depreciation for tax purposes is generally recorded using an accelerated method. Depreciation of revenue equipment is our largest item of depreciation. We generally depreciate new tractors (excluding day cabs) over five 15% seven ten 25% not July 1, 2016 third 2016 2017 $2.0 $1.2 $0.06 2018 2017. We annually review the reasonableness of our estimates regarding useful lives and salvage values of our revenue equipment and other long-lived assets based upon, among other things, our experience with similar assets, conditions in the used revenue equipment market, and prevailing industry practice. Changes in the useful life or salvage value estimates, or fluctuations in market values that are not our estimates, could have a material effect on our results of operations. Gains and losses on the disposal of revenue equipment are included in depreciation expense in the consolidated statements of operations. We lease certain revenue equipment under capital leases with terms of approximately 60 84 Although a portion of our tractors are protected by non-binding in dicative trade-in values or binding trade-back agreements with the manufacturers, substantially all of our owned trailers are subject to fluctuations in market prices for used revenue equipment. Moreover, our trade-back agreements are contingent upon reaching acceptable terms for the purchase of new equipment. Declines in the price of used revenue equipment or failure to reach agreement for the purchase of new tractors with the manufacturers issuing trade-back agreements could result in impairment of, or losses on the sale of, revenue equipment. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Pursuant to applicable accounting standards, revenue equipment and other long-lived assets are tested for impairment whenever an event occurs that indicates an impairment may Expected future cash flows are used to analyze whether an impairment has occurred. If the sum of expected undiscounted cash flows is less than the carrying value of the long-lived asset, then an impairment loss is recognized. We measure the impairment loss by comparing the fair value of the asset to its carrying value. Fair value is determined based on a discounted cash flow analysis or the appraised value of the assets, as appropriate. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets We classify intangible assets into two no December 31, 2017 2016. may not may not We determine the useful lives of our identifiable intangible assets after considering the specific facts and circumstances related to each intangible asset. Factors we consider when determining useful lives include the contractual term of any agreement, the history of the asset, our long-term strategy for the use of the asset, any laws or other local regulations which could impact the useful life of the asset, and other economic factors, including competition and specific market conditions. Intangible assets that are deemed to have definite lives are amortized, generally on a straight-line basis, over their useful lives, ranging from 4 20 no December 31, 2017 2016 . Insurance and Other Claims The primary claims arising against us consist of auto liability (person al injury and property damage), workers' compensation, cargo, commercial liability, and employee medical expenses. Our insurance program involves self-insurance with the following risk retention levels (before giving effect to any commutation of an auto liability policy): ● auto liability - $1.0 ● workers' compensation - $1.3 ● cargo - $0.3 ● employee medical - $0.4 ● physical damage - 100% Due to our significant self-insured retention amounts, we have exposure to fluctuations in the number and severity of claims and to variations between our estimated and actual ultimate payouts. We accrue the estimated cost of the uninsured portion of pending claims and an estimate for allocated loss adjustment expenses including legal and other direct costs associated with a claim. Estimates require judgments concerning the nature and severity of the claim, historical trends, advice from third In addition to estimates within our self-insured retention layers, we also must make judgments concerning claims where we have third third 1.1 $0.7 December 31, 2017 2016, advances and other receivables on our consolidated balance sheet. Additionally, we accrue claims above our self-insured retention and record a corresponding receivable for amounts we expect to collect from insurers upon settlement of such claims. We have $2.1 $0.1 December 31, 2017 2016, may one We also make judg ments regarding the ultimate benefit versus risk of commuting certain periods within our auto liability policy. If we commute a policy, we assume 100% April 2015, two April 1, 2013 September 30, 2014, $20.0 $3.6 second 2015 not June 30, 2015. Effectiv e April 2015, three $9.0 $18.0 $30.0 42 March 31, 2018. $14.6 October 1, 2014 March 31, 2018, 42 April 1, 2018, not no December 31, 2017. Interest We capitalize interest on major projects during construction. Interest is capitalized based on the averag e interest rate on related debt. Capitalized interest was less than $0.1 2017, 2016, 2015. Fair Value of Financial Instrument s Our financial instruments consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, commodity contracts, accounts payable, debt, and interest rate swaps. The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and current debt approximates their fair value because of the short-term maturity of these instruments. The carrying value of the factored receivables approximates the fair value, as the receivables are generally repaid directly to us by the client's customer within 30–40 Interest rates that are currently available to us for issuance of long-term debt with similar terms and remaining maturities are used to estimate the fair value of our long-term debt, which primarily consists of revenue equipment installment notes. The fair value of our revenue equipment installment notes approximated the carrying value at December 31, 2017, 13, Income Taxes Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. We have reflected the net liability after offsetting our deferred tax assets and liabilities in the deferred income taxes line in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets in accordance with our retrospective adoption of Financial Accounting Standards Board (" FASB") Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2015 17, Income Taxes: Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes December 31, 2015, 9. In the ordinary course of business there is inherent uncertainty in quantifying our income tax positions. We assess our income tax positions and record tax benefits for all years subject to examination based upon management's evaluation of the facts, circumstances, and information available at the reporting dates. For those tax positions where it is more likely than not 50% not not no Our policy is to recognize income tax benefit arising from the exercise of stock options and restricted share vesting based on the ordering provisions of the tax law as prescribed by the Internal Revenue Code, including indirect tax effects, if any. Lease Accounting and Off-Balance Sheet Transactions We issue residual value guarantees in connection with the operating leases we enter into for certain of our revenue equipment. These leases p rovide that if we do not Capital Structure The shares of Class A and B common stock are substantially identical except that the Class B shares are entitled to two beneficially owned by anyone other than our Chief Executive Officer or certain members of his immediate family, while Class A shares are entitled to one Comprehensive Income Comprehensive income generally includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owner s. Comprehensive income for 2017, 2016, 2015 Income Per Share Basic income per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing earnings available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted income per share reflects the dilution that could occur if s ecurities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in our earnings. The calculation of diluted earnings per share includes approximately 0.1 December 31, 2017, 2016 , and 2015, . Income per share is the same for both Class A and Class B shares. The following table sets forth the calculation of net income per share included in the consolidated statements of operations for each of the three December 31: (in thousands except per share data) 201 7 2016 2015 Numerator: Net income $ 55,439 $ 16,835 $ 42,085 Denominator: Denominator for basic income per share – weighted-average shares 18,279 18,182 18,145 Effect of dilutive securities: Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested restricted shares 93 84 161 Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested employee stock options - - 5 Denominator for diluted income per share adjusted weighted-average shares and assumed conversions 18,372 18,266 18,311 Net income per share: Basic income per share $ 3.03 $ 0.93 $ 2.32 Diluted income per share $ 3.02 $ 0.92 $ 2.30 Stock-Based Employee Compensation We issue several types of stock-based compensation, including awards that vest based on service and performance conditions or a combination of the conditions. Performance-based awards vest contingent upon meeting certain performance criteria established by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. All awards require future service. For performance-based awards, determining the appropriate amount to expense in each period is based on likelihood and timing of achieving the stated targets for performance-based awards and requires judgment, including forecasting future financial results. The estimates are revised periodically based on the probability and timing of achieving the required performance and adjustments are made as appropriate. Awards that are only subject to time vesting provisions are amortized using the straight-line method. Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities We periodically utilize derivative instruments to manage exposure to changes in fue l prices and interest rates. We record derivative financial instruments in the balance sheet as either an asset or liability at fair value. Previously, at inception of a derivative contract, we documented relationships between derivative instruments and hedged items, as well as our risk-management objective and strategy for undertaking various derivative transactions, and assessed hedge effectiveness. If it was determined that a derivative was not December 31, 2017, 2017 12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities Recent Accounting Pronouncements Accounting Standards adopted In August 2017, FASB”) issued ASU 2017 12, December 15, 2018 December 31, 2017. No no Accounting Standards not In April 2015, issued ASU 2015 14, 2014 09. five January 1, 2018, The new standard will require us to recognize revenue from loads proportionally as the transportation service is performed as opposed to recognizing revenue upon the completion of the load, which is our current practice. Our recognition of revenue under the new standard will approximate our recognition of revenue under the current standards, as there will generally be a consistent amount of freight in process at the beginning and end of the period; however, seasonality and the day on which the period ends may first 2018. approximately $0.6 first 2018, In February 2016, FASB issued ASU 2016 02, not twelve January 1, 2019, |
Note 2 - Liquidity
Note 2 - Liquidity | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Liquidity Disclosure1 [Text Block] | 2. LIQUIDITY Our business requires significant capital investments over the short-term and the long-term. We generally finance our capital requirements with borrowings under our Third Amended and Restated Credit Facility ("Credit Facility"), cash flows from operations, long-term operating leases, capital leases, secured installment notes with finance companies, and proceeds from the sale of our used revenue equipment in 2017 2016. $81.1 $47.9 December 31, 2017 2016, As of December 31, 2017 , we had $9.0 , undrawn letters of credit outstanding of approximately $32.9 $53.1 not |
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financia
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block] | 3. FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS Fair value is defined as an exit price, representing the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants. Accordingly, fair value is a market-based measurement that is determined based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. The fair value of the hedge derivative liability was determined based on quotes from the counterparty which were verified by comparing them to the exchange on which the related futures are traded, adjusted for counterparty credit risk. The fair value of our interest rate swap agreement is determined using the market-standard methodology of netting the discounted future fixed-cash payments and the discounted expected variable-cash receipts. The variable-cash receipts are based on an expectation of future interest rates (forward curves) derived from observable market interest rate curves. These analyses reflect the contractual terms of the swap, including the period to maturity, and use observable market-based inputs, including interest rate curves and implied volatilities. The fair value calculation also includes an amount for risk of non-performance of our counterparties using "significant unobservable inputs" such as estimates of current credit spreads to evaluate the likelihood of default, which we have determined to be insignificant to the overall fair value of our interest rate swap agreement. A three ● Level 1. ● Level 2. ● Level 3. no Derivatives Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (in thousands) December 31, Hedge derivative s 2017 (1) 2016 (1) Net Fair Value of Derivative $ 393 $ (4,293 ) Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) - - Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) $ 393 $ (4,293 ) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) - - ( 1 Includes derivative liabilities of $487 $26 December 31, 2017 2016, See Note 13 |
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensati
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensation | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block] | 4. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION On February 21, 2014, third 2006 May 29, 2014, not 750,000, 800,000 second March 31, 2023. 162 2014 May 29, 2014. The Incentive Plan permits annual awards of shares of our Class A common stock to executives, other key employees, non-employee directors, and eligible participants under various types of options, restricted share awards, or other equity instruments. At December 31, 2017, 186,430 1,550,000 No may 200,000 No may March 31, 2023. Included in salaries, wages, and related expenses within the consolidated statements of operations is stock-based compensation expense of $1.0 $1.2 $1.3 2017, 2016, 2015, $0.3 2017, $0.2 2016 2015, 2017, 2016, 2015 no $0.5 $1.1 no 2017, 2016, 2015, The Incentive Plan allows participants to pay the federal and state minimum statutory tax withholding requirements related to awards that vest or allows the participant to deliver to us shares of Class A common stock having a fair market value equal to the minimum amount of such required withholding taxes. To satisfy withholding requirements for shares that vested, certain participants elected to deliver to us 31,297, 55,429, 84,138 $25.09, $20.61, $27.10 2017, 2016, 2015, $0.8, $1.1 $2.3 2017, 2016, 2015, The following table summarizes our restricted share award activity for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, 2015: Number of stock award s (in thousands) Weighted average grant date fair value Unvested at December 31, 2014 642 $ 6.60 Granted 63 $ 28.10 Vested (246 ) $ 4.97 Forfeited (129 ) $ 5.38 Unvested at December 31, 2015 330 $ 12.43 Granted 120 $ 18.92 Vested (169 ) $ 5.28 Forfeited (16 ) $ 16.53 Unvested at December 31, 201 6 265 $ 18.63 Granted 434 $ 16.69 Vested (96 ) $ 12.78 Forfeited (16 ) $ 19.25 Unvested at December 31, 201 7 587 $ 18.14 The unve sted shares at December 31, 2017 170,562 2018 2020. 416,462 December 31, 2017, 27,798 no , as the cost has been fully recognized based on the performance goals not December 31, 2017 , and 388,664 December 31, 2018 2022 no not . The fair value of restricted share awards that vested in 2017, 2016, 2015 $2.4 $3.5 $6.5 December 31, 2017, we had approximately $2.1 170,562 24 All restricted shares awarded to executives and other key employees pursuant to the Incentive Plan provide the holder with voting and other stockholder-type rights, but will not The following table summarizes our stock option activity for the fisc al years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, 2015: Number of options (in thousands) Weighted average exercise price Weighted average remaining contractual term (in years) Aggregate intrinsic value (in thousands) Outstanding at December 31, 2014 76 $14.73 0.5 $945 Options granted - - Options exercised (73 ) $14.79 Options forfeited - - Outstanding at December 31, 2015 3 $12.79 0.4 $15 Options granted - - Options exercised (3 ) $12.79 - - Options forfeited - - Outstanding at December 31, 201 6 - - - - Options granted - - Options exercised - - Options forfeited - - Outs tanding at December 31, 2017 - - - - Exercisable at December 31, 201 7 - - - - |
Note 5 - Property and Equipment
Note 5 - Property and Equipment | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block] | 5 . PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT A summary of property and equipment, at cost, as of December 31, 2017 2016 (in thousands) Estimated Useful Lives (in years) 2017 2016 Revenue equipment 3 - 10 $ 519,797 $ 499,809 Communications equipment 5 - 10 4,585 8,192 Land and improvements 0 - 10 25,061 24,979 Buildings and leasehold improvements 7 - 40 74,513 71,827 Construction in-progress - 2,023 3,176 Other 2 - 7 25,009 23,093 $ 650,988 $ 631,076 Depreciation expense was $72.4 $71.4 $61.9 2017, 2016, 2015, $4.0 $0.8 2017 2016, $0.6 2015, We lease certain rev enue equipment under capital leases with terms of approximately 60 84 December 31, 2017 2016, $30.5 $26.6 $5.4 $4.2 $2.6 $1.6 $2.0 2017 , 2016, 2015, |
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other Ass
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other Assets | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block] | 6 . GOODWILL AND OTHER ASSETS We have no or identifiable intangible assets on our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2017 . A summary of othe r assets as of December 31, 2017 2016 (in thousands) 201 7 2016 Investment in TEL 20,145 18,526 Other, net 3,137 1,578 Total other assets $ 23,282 $ 20,104 There were no 2017. Amortization expenses of intangible assets were $0.2 $0.1 2016 2015, |
Note 7 - Debt
Note 7 - Debt | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Debt Disclosure [Text Block] | 7. Current and long-term debt consisted of th e following at December 31, 2017 2016: (in thousands) December 31, 2017 December 31, 2016 Current Long-Term Current Long-Term Borrowings under Credit Facility $ - $ 9,007 $ - $ 12,185 Revenue equipment installment notes; weighted average interest rate of 3.3% at December 31, 2017, and 3.3% December 31, 2016, due in monthly installments with final maturities at various dates ranging from January 2018 to September 2023, secured by related revenue equipment 23,732 130,946 23,986 127,840 Real estate notes; interest rate of 3.1% at December 31, 2017 due in monthly installments with a fixed maturity at August 2035 and weighted average interest rate of 2.4% at December 31, 2016 due in monthly installments with fixed maturities at December 2018 and August 2035, secured by related real estate 1,004 24,810 1,224 28,907 Deferred loan costs (140 ) (298 ) (263 ) (256 ) Total debt 24,596 164,465 24,947 168,676 Principal portion of capital lease obligations, secured by related revenue equipment 2,962 21,777 2,441 19,761 Total debt and capital lease obligations $ 27,558 $ 186,242 $ 27,388 $ 188,437 We and substantially all of our subsidiaries (collectively, the "Borrowers") are parties to a Third Amended and Restated Credit Facility (the "Credit Facility") with Bank of America, N.A., as agent (the "Agent") and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. ("JPM," and together with the Agent, the "Lenders"). The Credit Facility is a $95.0 no $50.0 $95.0 $95.0 $10.0 10% Borrowings under the Credit Facility are classified as either "base rate loans" or "LIBOR loans." Base rate loans accrue interest at a base rate equal to the greater of the Agent’s prime rate, the federal funds rate plus 0.5%, 1.0%, 0.5% 1.0%; 1.5% 2.0%. 0.25% Borrowings under the Credit Facility are subject to a borrowing base limited to the lesser of (A) $95.0 85% 85% 95% 35% $25.0 65% . We had $9.0 December 31, 2017, $32.9 $53.1 December 31, 2017, 5.0% $0.1 3.1% $9.0 December 31, 2017 2016, no The Credit Facility includes usual and customary events of default for a facility of this nature and provides that, upon the occurrence and continua tion of an event of default, payment of all amounts payable under the Credit Facility may may Capital lease obligations are utilized to finance a portion of our revenue equipment and are entered into with certain finance companies who are not s in effect at December 31, 2017 January 2018 September 2023 Pricing for the revenue equipment installment notes is quoted by the respective financial affiliates of our primary revenue equipment suppliers and other lenders at the funding of each group of equipment acquired and include fixed annual rates for new equipment under retail installment contracts. The notes included in the funding are due in monthly installments with final maturities at various dates ranging from January 2018 July 2023. not $120.8 $0.8 December 31, 2017, 2018, In August 2015, ain surrounding property in Chattanooga, Tennessee by entering into a $28.0 third 4.2%. 13 As of December 31, 2017 , the scheduled principal payments of debt, excluding capital leases for which future payments are discussed in Note 8 (in thousands) 2018 $ 24,736 2019 25,578 2020 47,957 2021 46,410 2022 22,018 Thereafter $ 22,800 |
Note 8 - Leases
Note 8 - Leases | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Leases of Lessee Disclosure [Text Block] | 8. LEASES We have operating lease commitments for office and terminal properties, revenue equipment, and computer and office equipment, and we have capital lease commitments for revenue equipment, in each case excluding owner/operator rentals and month-to-month equ ipment rentals, summarized for the following fiscal years (in thousands): Operating Capital 2018 $ 73 $ 3,606 2019 73 3,606 2020 73 5,813 2021 - 5,368 202 2 - 5,175 Thereafter - 3,383 Total minimum lease payments $ 219 $ 26,951 Less: amount representing interest (2,212 ) Present value of minimum lease payments 24,739 Less: current portion (2,962 ) Capital lease obligations, long-term $ 21,777 A portion of our operating leases of tractors and trailers contain residual value guarantees under which we guarantee a certain minimum cash value payment to the leasing company at the expiration of the lease. We estimate that the undiscounted value of th e residual guarantees is approximately $4.0 December 31, 2017 2016, December 31, 2017 August 2018 February 2019. Rental expense is summarized as follows for each of the three December 31: (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Revenue equipment rentals $ 12,055 $ 10,773 $ 12,611 Building and lot rentals 448 708 2,078 Other equipment rentals 261 254 340 $ 12,764 $ 11,735 $ 15,029 |
Note 9 - Income Taxes
Note 9 - Income Taxes | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block] | 9. INCOME TAXES Income tax expense (benefit) for the years ended December 31, 201 7, 2016, 2015 (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Federal, current $ (7,780 ) $ 11,951 $ 124 Federal, deferred (28,055 ) (2,925 ) 18,185 State, current (1,737 ) 1,811 426 State, deferred 5,430 (451 ) 3,087 Actual income tax expense $ (32,142 ) $ 10,386 $ 21,822 Income tax expense for t he years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, 2015 (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Computed "expected" income tax expense $ 8,154 $ 9,527 $ 22,368 State income taxes, net of federal income tax effect 862 953 2,237 Per diem allowances 2,145 2,205 2,329 Tax contingency accruals (43 ) (273 ) 1,599 Valuation allowance, net (1,167 ) - 218 Tax credits (1,084 ) (694 ) (7,151 ) Impact of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act remeasurement (40,123 ) - - Excess tax benefits on share-based compensation (457 ) - - Other, net (429 ) (1,332 ) 222 Actual income tax expense $ (32,142 ) $ 10,386 $ 21,822 Income tax expense varies from the amount computed by applying the applicable federal corporate income tax rate for 2015 2017 35% . Drivers who meet the requirements to receive per diem receive non-taxable per diem pay in lieu of a portion of their taxable wages. This per diem program increases our drivers' net pay per mile, after taxes, while decreasing gross pay, before taxes. As a result, salaries, wages, and employee benefits are slightly lower and our effective income tax rate is higher than the statutory rate. Generally, as pre-tax income increases, the impact of the driver per diem program on our effective tax rate decreases, because aggregate per diem pay becomes smaller in relation to pre-tax income, while in periods where earnings are at or near breakeven, the impact of the per diem program on our effective tax rate is significant. Due to the partially nondeductible effect of per diem pay, our tax rate will fluctuate in future periods based on fluctuations in earnings. On December 22, 2017, of 2017 35% 21% 2018. 100% $1 $40.1 2017 fourth The temporary differences and the approximate tax effects that give rise to our net deferred tax li ability at December 31, 2017 2016 (in thousands) 2017 2016 Deferred tax assets: Insurance and claims $ 8,797 $ 15,147 Net operating loss carryovers 4,755 3,326 Tax credits 11,875 6,409 Other 4,414 5,113 Deferred fuel hedge - 1,653 Valuation allowance (63 ) (1,219 ) Total deferred tax assets 29,778 30,429 Deferred tax liabilities: Property and equipment (76,325 ) (98,679 ) Investment in partnership (14,197 ) (9,730 ) Deferred fuel hedge (99 ) - Other - (1,391 ) Prepaid expenses (2,501 ) (4,786 ) Total net deferred tax liabilities (93,122 ) (114,586 ) Net deferred tax liability $ (63,344 ) $ (84,157 ) The net deferred tax liability of $ 63.3 not may no December 31, 2017 2016, $0.1 $1.2 December 31, 2017 2016, may As of December 31, 2017, 2.8 $0.8 December 31, 2016, $2.8 $0.8 $0.1 $0.1 $0.2 2017, 2016, 2015 The following tables summarize the annual activity related to our gross unrecognized tax benefits (in thousands) for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016, 2015: 2017 2016 2015 Balance as of January 1, $ 2,051 $ 2,394 $ 995 Increases related to prior year tax positions 19 - 1,737 Decreases related to prior year positions (10 ) - - Increases related to current year tax positions - - - Decreases related to settlements with taxing authorities - (88 ) (182 ) Decreases related to lapsing of statute of limitations (136 ) (255 ) (156 ) Balance as of December 31, $ 1,924 $ 2,051 $ 2,394 If recognized, $ 2.5 $2.4 December 31, 2017 2016, Our 2014 2017 one 2013 $6.5 . In the normal course of business, we are also subject to audits by state and local tax authorities. While it is often difficult to predict the final outcome or the timing of resolution of any particular tax matter, we believe that our reserves reflect the more likely than not not Our federal tax credits of $ 10.5 $1.0 2037, $91.1 $0.5 2037 At December 31, 2017, not There were no 2017 $40.1 may Provisional Amounts Deferred tax assets and liabilities: We remeasured certain deferred tax assets and liabilities based on the rates at which they are expected to reverse in the future, which is generally 21%. not 35% nce was a net benefit of $40.1 |
Note 10 - Equity Method Investm
Note 10 - Equity Method Investment | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Equity Method Investment [Text Block] | 10. EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENT In May 2011, 49.0% $1.5 ' s majority owners were eligible to receive an earn-out of up to $4.5 s results through December 31, 2012, $1.0 s 2011 $2.4 s 2012 no TEL is a tractor and trailer equipment leasing company and used equipment reseller. We have not 's debt and have no May 2016, 51% May 31, 2016, December 31, 2017 2016, $0.2 $0.4 $5.9 $5.0 $0.5 2017 no 2016 . We reversed previously deferred gains of $0.2 December 31, 2017 2016, 49% third $0.4 $0.6 December 31, 2017 December 31, 2016, December 31, 2017 2016, $8.6 $3.7 We have accounted for our investment in TEL using the equity method of accounting and thus our financial results include our proportionate share of TEL ' s net income, which amounted to $3.4 2017, $3.0 2016, $4.6 2015. $2.0 2017, $1.5 2016, no 2015, $20.1 $18.5 December 31, 2017 2016, $4.9 s earnings since our investment, partially offset by dividends received since our investment for minimum tax withholdings as noted above and the abovementioned deferred gains on sales of equipment to TEL. See TEL ' s summarized financial information below. (in thousands) As of the years ended December 31, 201 7 2016 Current Assets $ 19,660 $ 14,320 Non-current Assets 183,905 146,081 Current Liabilities 53,981 34,766 Non-current Liabilities 117,135 96,140 Total Equity $ 32,449 $ 29,495 (in thousands) As of the years ended December 31, 201 7 2016 2015 Revenue $ 84,865 $ 94,432 $ 104,838 Operating Expenses 72,868 83,475 91,644 Operating Income 11,997 10,957 13,194 Net Income $ 6,954 $ 6,598 $ 9,061 |
Note 11 - Deferred Profit Shari
Note 11 - Deferred Profit Sharing Employee Benefit Plan | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Compensation Related Costs, General [Text Block] | 11. DEFERRED PROFIT SHARING EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN We have a deferred profit sharing and savings plan under which all of our employees with at least six may may 0.9 2017, $0.7 2016, $0.8 2015 |
Note 12 - Related Party Transac
Note 12 - Related Party Transactions | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block] | 12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS See Note 10 discussions of the related party transactions associated with TEL. |
Note 13 - Derivative Instrument
Note 13 - Derivative Instruments | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block] | 13. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS We engage in activities that expose us to market risks, including the effects of changes in fuel prices and in interest rates. Financial exposures are evaluate d as an integral part of our risk management program, which seeks, from time-to-time, to reduce the potentially adverse effects that the volatility of fuel markets and interest rate risk may In an effort to seek to reduce the variability of the ultimate cash flows associated with fluctuations in diesel fuel prices, we periodically enter into various derivative instruments, including forward futures swap contracts. Specifically, we enter into hedging contracts with respect to ultra-low sulfur diesel ( "ULSD "). Under these contracts, we pay a fixed rate per gallon of ULSD and receive the monthly average price of Gulf Coast ULSD. The retrospective and prospective regression analyses provided that changes in the prices of diesel fuel and ULSD were deemed to be highly effective based on the relevant authoritative guidance except for a small portion of our hedging contracts, which we determined to be ineffective on a prospective basis in 2015. $1.4 2015 December 31, 2017 2016, no not . Effective December 31, 2017, ASU 2017 12, 2017, 2016, 2015, no no . In August 2015, $28.0 a hedge against the variability in future interest payments due on the debt associated with the purchase of our corporate headquarters. The terms of the swap agreement effectively convert the variable rate interest payments on this note to a fixed rate of 4.2% August 1, 2035 . In 2016, 815, no December 31, 2017 2016, $0.4 $0.7 $0.4 $0.6 December 31, 2017 2016, December 31, 2017, $0.2 twelve We recognize all derivative instruments at fair value on our consolidated balance sheets. Our derivati ve instruments are designated as cash flow hedges, thus the gain or loss on the derivatives is reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and will be reclassified into earnings in the same period during which the hedged transaction affects earnings. The change in fair value of the hedge offsets the change in fair value of the hedged item . At December 31, 2017 , we had fuel hedge contracts on approximately 7.6 2018, 16.1% 2018 The fair value of the contracts that were in effect at December 31, 2017 2016, $0.8 $3.6 . Changes in the fair values of these instruments can vary dramatically based on changes in the underlying commodity prices. For example, during 2017, $1.97 $1.33 2016, $1.66 $0.83 Additionally, $4.1 $16.7 $15.3 December 31, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2017, 2016, 2015, , in 2015 $1.4 2014 . As a result, the changes in fair value for those contracts were recorded as expense rather than as a component of other comprehensive loss. At December 31, 2017, Based on the amounts in accumulated other comprehens ive income as of December 31, 2017 $0.6 We perform both a prospective and retrospective assessment of the effectiveness of our hedge contracts at inception and qu arterly, including assessing the possibility of counterparty default. If we determine that a derivative is no December 31, 2017 2016, Outstanding financial derivative instruments expose us to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the counterparties to the agreements. We do not Our credit exposure related to these financial instruments is represented by the fair value of contracts reported as assets. To manage credit risk, we review each counterparty's audited financial statements, credit ratings, and/or obtain references as we deem necessary. |
Note 14 - Other Comprehensive I
Note 14 - Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Comprehensive Income (Loss) Note [Text Block] | 14. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME ( " OCI " ) OCI is comprised of net income and other adjustments, including changes in the fair value of certain derivative financial instruments qualifying as cash flow hedges. The following tables summarize the c hange in the components of our OCI balance for the periods presented (in thousands; presented net of tax): Details about OCI Components Amoun t Reclassified from OCI for the years ended December 31, Affected Line Item in the Statement of Operations 201 7 2016 2015 (Losses) gains on cash flow hedges Commodity derivative contracts $ (4,065 ) $ (16,674 ) $ (15,313 ) Fuel expense 1,554 6,419 5,865 Income tax expense $ (2,511 ) $ (10,255 ) $ (9,448 ) Net of tax Interest rate swap contracts $ (438 ) $ (557 ) $ (259 ) Interest expense 165 215 99 Income tax expense $ (273 ) $ (342 ) $ (160 ) Net of tax For additional information about our cash flow hedges, refer to Note 13. |
Note 15 - Commitments and Conti
Note 15 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block] | 15. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENT LIABILITIES From time-to-time, we are a party to ordinary, routine litigation arising in the ordinary course of business, most of which involves claims for personal injury and property damage incurred in connection with the transportation of freight. We maintain insurance to cover liabilities arising from the transportation of freight for amounts in excess of certain self-insured retentions. In management's opinion, our potential exposure under pending legal proceedings is adequately provided for in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. On May 8, 2017, n 2008. 2014, 2015. $0.9 first 2017 Our SRT subsidiary is a defendant in a lawsuit filed on December 16, 2016 e the lawsuit certified as a class action case wherein he alleges violation of multiple California wage and hour statutes over a four February, 2017 July, 2017, Based on our present knowledge of the facts and, in certain cases, advice of outside counsel, management believes the resolution of open claims and pending litigation, taking into account existing reserves, is not t on our consolidated financial statements. We had $32.9 $27.2 December 31, 2017 2016, We had commitments outstanding at December 31, 2017, $51.7 2018 December 31, 2016 $86.5 |
Note 16 - Segment Information
Note 16 - Segment Information | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block] | 16. SEGMENT INFORMATION As previously discussed, we have two e to similar margins and customers. Included in Managed Freight is our accounts receivable factoring business which does not $3.1 The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies. Substantiall y all intersegment sales prices are market based. We evaluate performance based on operating income of the respective business units. "Unallocated Corporate Overhead" includes expenses that are incidental to our activities and are not ted to one The following tables summarize our segment information: (in thousands) Year Ended December 31, 201 7 Truckload Managed Freight Unallocated Corporate Overhead Consolidated Revenue $ 612,834 $ 98,182 $ - $ 711,016 Intersegment revenue - (6,009 ) - (6,009 ) Operating income (loss) 38,781 8,588 (19,214 ) 28,155 Depreciation and amortization (1) 75,013 24 1,410 76,447 Total assets 557,399 42,479 49,790 649,668 Capital expenditures, net (2 ) 70,300 810 896 72,006 Year Ended December 31, 201 6 Revenue $ 601,226 $ 73,602 $ - $ 674,828 Intersegment revenue - (4,177 ) - (4,177 ) Operating income (loss) 37,031 7,631 (12,215 ) 32,447 Depreciation and amortization (1) 71,173 22 1,261 72,456 Total assets 548,882 31,289 40,367 620,538 Capital expenditures, net (2) 57,242 43 1,767 59,052 Year Ended December 31, 2015 Revenue $ 655,918 $ 71,057 $ - $ 726,975 Intersegment revenue - (2,735 ) - (2,735 ) Operating income (loss) 74,107 5,768 (12,093 ) 67,782 Depreciation and amortization (1) 60,138 13 1,233 61,384 Total assets 580,506 26,315 39,896 646,717 Capital expenditures, net (2) 147,896 29 1,069 148,994 ( 1 Includes gains and losses on disposition of equipment . ( 2 Includes equipment purchased under capital leases. |
Note 17 - Quarterly Results of
Note 17 - Quarterly Results of Operations (Unaudited) | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Notes to Financial Statements | |
Quarterly Financial Information [Text Block] | 17. QUARTERLY RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED) (in thousands except per share amounts) Quarters ended Mar. 31, 201 7 June 30, 201 7 Sep. 30, 201 7 Dec. 31, 201 7(1) Total revenue $ 158,744 $ 164,326 $ 178,631 $ 203,306 Operating income 309 3,962 9,041 14,843 Net (loss) income (39 ) 1,548 4,632 49,298 Basic income per share (0.00 ) 0.08 0.25 2.70 Diluted income per share (0.00 ) 0.08 0.25 2.69 (in thousands except per share amounts) Quarters ended Mar. 31, 2016(2) June 30, 2016 Sep. 30, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Total revenue $ 156,341 $ 158,832 $ 164,500 $ 190,978 Operating income 7,418 7,316 5,446 12,267 Net income 4,352 3,632 2,869 5,982 Basic income per share 0.21 0.20 0.16 0.33 Diluted income per share 0.21 0.20 0.16 0.33 ( 1 Includes $40.1m one ( 2 ) Adjusted from 10 2016 09. |
Significant Accounting Policies
Significant Accounting Policies (Policies) | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017 | |
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Covenant Transportatio n Group, Inc., a holding company incorporated in the state of Nevada in 1994, References in this report to "it," "we," "us," "our," the "Company," and similar expressions refer to Covenant Transportation Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. |
Equity Method Investments [Policy Text Block] | Investment in Transport Enterprise Leasing, LLC Transport Enterprise Leasing, LLC ("TEL") is a tractor and trailer equipment leasing company and used equipment reseller. We evaluated our investment in TEL to determine whether it should be recorded on a consolidated basis. Our percentage of ownership interest ( 49% not not 49% On a periodic basis, we assess whether there are any indicators that the fair value of ou r investment in TEL may no |
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Revenue Recognition Revenue, drivers' wages, and other direct operating expenses generated by our Truckload reportable segment are recognized on the date shipments are delivered to the customer. Revenue includes transportation revenue, fuel surcharges, loading and unloading activities, equipment detention, and other accessorial services. Revenue generated by our Managed Freight segment is recognized upon completion of the services provided. Revenue is recorded on a gross basis, without deducting third $3.1 $2.6 $2.4 2017, 2016, 2015, 2013 not |
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block] | E stimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires us to make decisions based upon estimates, assumptions, and factors we consider as relevant to the circumstances. Such decisions include the selection of applicable accounting principles and the use of judgment in their application, the results of which impact reported amounts and disclosures. Changes in future economic conditions or other business circumstances may |
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Cash and Cash Equivalents We consider all highly liquid investments with a maturity of three equivalents. Additionally, we are also subject to concentrations of credit risk related to deposits in banks in excess of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation limits. |
Loans and Leases Receivable, Allowance for Loan Losses Policy [Policy Text Block] | Accounts Receivable and Concentration of Credit Risk We extend credit to our customers in the normal course of business. We perform ongoing credit evaluations and generally do not Accounts receivable are comprised of a diversified customer base that results in a lack of concentra tion of credit risk. During 2017, 2016, 2015, ten 49%, 53%, 45% 2017, no 10% 2016 2015, one 33 34 2017 2016, Included in accounts rec eivable is $31.9 $25.8 December 31, 2017 2016, $0.2 85% 95% December 31, 2017, $0.6 s customer base under predefined criteria. The carrying value of the factored receivables approximates the fair value, as the receivables are generally repaid directly to us by the client' s customer within 30–40 The following table provides a summary (in th ousands) of the activity in the accounts for 2017, 2016, 2015: Years ended December 31: Beginning balance January 1, Additional provisions to (reversal of) allowance Write-offs and other deductions Ending balance December 31, 201 7 $ 1,345 $ 454 $ (343 ) $ 1,456 201 6 $ 1,857 $ (241 ) $ (271 ) $ 1,345 201 5 $ 1,767 $ 1,100 $ (1,010 ) $ 1,857 |
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Inventories and Supplies Inventories and supplies consist of parts, tires, fuel, and supplies. Tires on new revenue equipment are capitalized as a component of the related equipment cost when the tractor or trailer is placed in service and recovered through depreciation over the life of the vehicle. Replacement tires and parts on hand at year end are recorded at the lower of cost or market with cost determined using the first first |
Assets Held for Sale Policy [Policy Text Block] | Assets Held for Sale Assets held for sale include property and revenue equipment no no the lower of depreciated book value or fair market value less selling costs. We periodically review the carrying value of these assets for possible impairment. We expect to sell these assets within twelve |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Property and Equipment Property and equip ment is stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation for book purposes is determined using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, while depreciation for tax purposes is generally recorded using an accelerated method. Depreciation of revenue equipment is our largest item of depreciation. We generally depreciate new tractors (excluding day cabs) over five 15% seven ten 25% not July 1, 2016 third 2016 2017 $2.0 $1.2 $0.06 2018 2017. We annually review the reasonableness of our estimates regarding useful lives and salvage values of our revenue equipment and other long-lived assets based upon, among other things, our experience with similar assets, conditions in the used revenue equipment market, and prevailing industry practice. Changes in the useful life or salvage value estimates, or fluctuations in market values that are not our estimates, could have a material effect on our results of operations. Gains and losses on the disposal of revenue equipment are included in depreciation expense in the consolidated statements of operations. We lease certain revenue equipment under capital leases with terms of approximately 60 84 Although a portion of our tractors are protected by non-binding in dicative trade-in values or binding trade-back agreements with the manufacturers, substantially all of our owned trailers are subject to fluctuations in market prices for used revenue equipment. Moreover, our trade-back agreements are contingent upon reaching acceptable terms for the purchase of new equipment. Declines in the price of used revenue equipment or failure to reach agreement for the purchase of new tractors with the manufacturers issuing trade-back agreements could result in impairment of, or losses on the sale of, revenue equipment. |
Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Pursuant to applicable accounting standards, revenue equipment and other long-lived assets are tested for impairment whenever an event occurs that indicates an impairment may Expected future cash flows are used to analyze whether an impairment has occurred. If the sum of expected undiscounted cash flows is less than the carrying value of the long-lived asset, then an impairment loss is recognized. We measure the impairment loss by comparing the fair value of the asset to its carrying value. Fair value is determined based on a discounted cash flow analysis or the appraised value of the assets, as appropriate. |
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets We classify intangible assets into two no December 31, 2017 2016. may not may not We determine the useful lives of our identifiable intangible assets after considering the specific facts and circumstances related to each intangible asset. Factors we consider when determining useful lives include the contractual term of any agreement, the history of the asset, our long-term strategy for the use of the asset, any laws or other local regulations which could impact the useful life of the asset, and other economic factors, including competition and specific market conditions. Intangible assets that are deemed to have definite lives are amortized, generally on a straight-line basis, over their useful lives, ranging from 4 20 no December 31, 2017 2016 . |
Insurance And Other Claims [Policy Text Block] | Insurance and Other Claims The primary claims arising against us consist of auto liability (person al injury and property damage), workers' compensation, cargo, commercial liability, and employee medical expenses. Our insurance program involves self-insurance with the following risk retention levels (before giving effect to any commutation of an auto liability policy): ● auto liability - $1.0 ● workers' compensation - $1.3 ● cargo - $0.3 ● employee medical - $0.4 ● physical damage - 100% Due to our significant self-insured retention amounts, we have exposure to fluctuations in the number and severity of claims and to variations between our estimated and actual ultimate payouts. We accrue the estimated cost of the uninsured portion of pending claims and an estimate for allocated loss adjustment expenses including legal and other direct costs associated with a claim. Estimates require judgments concerning the nature and severity of the claim, historical trends, advice from third In addition to estimates within our self-insured retention layers, we also must make judgments concerning claims where we have third third 1.1 $0.7 December 31, 2017 2016, advances and other receivables on our consolidated balance sheet. Additionally, we accrue claims above our self-insured retention and record a corresponding receivable for amounts we expect to collect from insurers upon settlement of such claims. We have $2.1 $0.1 December 31, 2017 2016, may one We also make judg ments regarding the ultimate benefit versus risk of commuting certain periods within our auto liability policy. If we commute a policy, we assume 100% April 2015, two April 1, 2013 September 30, 2014, $20.0 $3.6 second 2015 not June 30, 2015. Effectiv e April 2015, three $9.0 $18.0 $30.0 42 March 31, 2018. $14.6 October 1, 2014 March 31, 2018, 42 April 1, 2018, not no December 31, 2017. |
Interest Capitalization, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Interest We capitalize interest on major projects during construction. Interest is capitalized based on the averag e interest rate on related debt. Capitalized interest was less than $0.1 2017, 2016, 2015. |
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Fair Value of Financial Instrument s Our financial instruments consist primarily of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, commodity contracts, accounts payable, debt, and interest rate swaps. The carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and current debt approximates their fair value because of the short-term maturity of these instruments. The carrying value of the factored receivables approximates the fair value, as the receivables are generally repaid directly to us by the client's customer within 30–40 Interest rates that are currently available to us for issuance of long-term debt with similar terms and remaining maturities are used to estimate the fair value of our long-term debt, which primarily consists of revenue equipment installment notes. The fair value of our revenue equipment installment notes approximated the carrying value at December 31, 2017, 13, |
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Income Taxes Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax basis. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. We have reflected the net liability after offsetting our deferred tax assets and liabilities in the deferred income taxes line in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets in accordance with our retrospective adoption of Financial Accounting Standards Board (" FASB") Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2015 17, Income Taxes: Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes December 31, 2015, 9. In the ordinary course of business there is inherent uncertainty in quantifying our income tax positions. We assess our income tax positions and record tax benefits for all years subject to examination based upon management's evaluation of the facts, circumstances, and information available at the reporting dates. For those tax positions where it is more likely than not 50% not not no Our policy is to recognize income tax benefit arising from the exercise of stock options and restricted share vesting based on the ordering provisions of the tax law as prescribed by the Internal Revenue Code, including indirect tax effects, if any. |
Lessee, Leases [Policy Text Block] | Lease Accounting and Off-Balance Sheet Transactions We issue residual value guarantees in connection with the operating leases we enter into for certain of our revenue equipment. These leases p rovide that if we do not |
Stockholders' Equity, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Capital Structure The shares of Class A and B common stock are substantially identical except that the Class B shares are entitled to two beneficially owned by anyone other than our Chief Executive Officer or certain members of his immediate family, while Class A shares are entitled to one |
Comprehensive Income, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Comprehensive Income Comprehensive income generally includes all changes in equity during a period except those resulting from investments by owners and distributions to owner s. Comprehensive income for 2017, 2016, 2015 |
Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Income Per Share Basic income per share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing earnings available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted income per share reflects the dilution that could occur if s ecurities or other contracts to issue common stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance of common stock that then shared in our earnings. The calculation of diluted earnings per share includes approximately 0.1 December 31, 2017, 2016 , and 2015, . Income per share is the same for both Class A and Class B shares. The following table sets forth the calculation of net income per share included in the consolidated statements of operations for each of the three December 31: (in thousands except per share data) 201 7 2016 2015 Numerator: Net income $ 55,439 $ 16,835 $ 42,085 Denominator: Denominator for basic income per share – weighted-average shares 18,279 18,182 18,145 Effect of dilutive securities: Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested restricted shares 93 84 161 Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested employee stock options - - 5 Denominator for diluted income per share adjusted weighted-average shares and assumed conversions 18,372 18,266 18,311 Net income per share: Basic income per share $ 3.03 $ 0.93 $ 2.32 Diluted income per share $ 3.02 $ 0.92 $ 2.30 |
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block] | Stock-Based Employee Compensation We issue several types of stock-based compensation, including awards that vest based on service and performance conditions or a combination of the conditions. Performance-based awards vest contingent upon meeting certain performance criteria established by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. All awards require future service. For performance-based awards, determining the appropriate amount to expense in each period is based on likelihood and timing of achieving the stated targets for performance-based awards and requires judgment, including forecasting future financial results. The estimates are revised periodically based on the probability and timing of achieving the required performance and adjustments are made as appropriate. Awards that are only subject to time vesting provisions are amortized using the straight-line method. |
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities We periodically utilize derivative instruments to manage exposure to changes in fue l prices and interest rates. We record derivative financial instruments in the balance sheet as either an asset or liability at fair value. Previously, at inception of a derivative contract, we documented relationships between derivative instruments and hedged items, as well as our risk-management objective and strategy for undertaking various derivative transactions, and assessed hedge effectiveness. If it was determined that a derivative was not December 31, 2017, 2017 12, Derivatives and Hedging: Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities |
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Recent Accounting Pronouncements Accounting Standards adopted In August 2017, FASB”) issued ASU 2017 12, December 15, 2018 December 31, 2017. No no Accounting Standards not In April 2015, issued ASU 2015 14, 2014 09. five January 1, 2018, The new standard will require us to recognize revenue from loads proportionally as the transportation service is performed as opposed to recognizing revenue upon the completion of the load, which is our current practice. Our recognition of revenue under the new standard will approximate our recognition of revenue under the current standards, as there will generally be a consistent amount of freight in process at the beginning and end of the period; however, seasonality and the day on which the period ends may first 2018. approximately $0.6 first 2018, In February 2016, FASB issued ASU 2016 02, not twelve January 1, 2019, |
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Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Summary of Valuation Allowance [Table Text Block] | Years ended December 31: Beginning balance January 1, Additional provisions to (reversal of) allowance Write-offs and other deductions Ending balance December 31, 201 7 $ 1,345 $ 454 $ (343 ) $ 1,456 201 6 $ 1,857 $ (241 ) $ (271 ) $ 1,345 201 5 $ 1,767 $ 1,100 $ (1,010 ) $ 1,857 |
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block] | (in thousands except per share data) 201 7 2016 2015 Numerator: Net income $ 55,439 $ 16,835 $ 42,085 Denominator: Denominator for basic income per share – weighted-average shares 18,279 18,182 18,145 Effect of dilutive securities: Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested restricted shares 93 84 161 Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested employee stock options - - 5 Denominator for diluted income per share adjusted weighted-average shares and assumed conversions 18,372 18,266 18,311 Net income per share: Basic income per share $ 3.03 $ 0.93 $ 2.32 Diluted income per share $ 3.02 $ 0.92 $ 2.30 |
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Note 3 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) December 31, Hedge derivative s 2017 (1) 2016 (1) Net Fair Value of Derivative $ 393 $ (4,293 ) Quoted Prices in Active Markets (Level 1) - - Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2) $ 393 $ (4,293 ) Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) - - |
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Note 4 - Stock-based Compensation (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block] | Number of stock award s (in thousands) Weighted average grant date fair value Unvested at December 31, 2014 642 $ 6.60 Granted 63 $ 28.10 Vested (246 ) $ 4.97 Forfeited (129 ) $ 5.38 Unvested at December 31, 2015 330 $ 12.43 Granted 120 $ 18.92 Vested (169 ) $ 5.28 Forfeited (16 ) $ 16.53 Unvested at December 31, 201 6 265 $ 18.63 Granted 434 $ 16.69 Vested (96 ) $ 12.78 Forfeited (16 ) $ 19.25 Unvested at December 31, 201 7 587 $ 18.14 |
Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block] | Number of options (in thousands) Weighted average exercise price Weighted average remaining contractual term (in years) Aggregate intrinsic value (in thousands) Outstanding at December 31, 2014 76 $14.73 0.5 $945 Options granted - - Options exercised (73 ) $14.79 Options forfeited - - Outstanding at December 31, 2015 3 $12.79 0.4 $15 Options granted - - Options exercised (3 ) $12.79 - - Options forfeited - - Outstanding at December 31, 201 6 - - - - Options granted - - Options exercised - - Options forfeited - - Outs tanding at December 31, 2017 - - - - Exercisable at December 31, 201 7 - - - - |
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Note 5 - Property and Equipment (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) Estimated Useful Lives (in years) 2017 2016 Revenue equipment 3 - 10 $ 519,797 $ 499,809 Communications equipment 5 - 10 4,585 8,192 Land and improvements 0 - 10 25,061 24,979 Buildings and leasehold improvements 7 - 40 74,513 71,827 Construction in-progress - 2,023 3,176 Other 2 - 7 25,009 23,093 $ 650,988 $ 631,076 |
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Note 6 - Goodwill and Other Assets (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Other Assets [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 201 7 2016 Investment in TEL 20,145 18,526 Other, net 3,137 1,578 Total other assets $ 23,282 $ 20,104 |
Note 7 - Debt (Tables)
Note 7 - Debt (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) December 31, 2017 December 31, 2016 Current Long-Term Current Long-Term Borrowings under Credit Facility $ - $ 9,007 $ - $ 12,185 Revenue equipment installment notes; weighted average interest rate of 3.3% at December 31, 2017, and 3.3% December 31, 2016, due in monthly installments with final maturities at various dates ranging from January 2018 to September 2023, secured by related revenue equipment 23,732 130,946 23,986 127,840 Real estate notes; interest rate of 3.1% at December 31, 2017 due in monthly installments with a fixed maturity at August 2035 and weighted average interest rate of 2.4% at December 31, 2016 due in monthly installments with fixed maturities at December 2018 and August 2035, secured by related real estate 1,004 24,810 1,224 28,907 Deferred loan costs (140 ) (298 ) (263 ) (256 ) Total debt 24,596 164,465 24,947 168,676 Principal portion of capital lease obligations, secured by related revenue equipment 2,962 21,777 2,441 19,761 Total debt and capital lease obligations $ 27,558 $ 186,242 $ 27,388 $ 188,437 |
Schedule of Maturities of Long-term Debt [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 2018 $ 24,736 2019 25,578 2020 47,957 2021 46,410 2022 22,018 Thereafter $ 22,800 |
Note 8 - Leases (Tables)
Note 8 - Leases (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Scheduleof Future Minimum Lease Paymentsfor Operatingand Capital Leases [Table Text Block] | Operating Capital 2018 $ 73 $ 3,606 2019 73 3,606 2020 73 5,813 2021 - 5,368 202 2 - 5,175 Thereafter - 3,383 Total minimum lease payments $ 219 $ 26,951 Less: amount representing interest (2,212 ) Present value of minimum lease payments 24,739 Less: current portion (2,962 ) Capital lease obligations, long-term $ 21,777 |
Schedule of Rent Expense [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Revenue equipment rentals $ 12,055 $ 10,773 $ 12,611 Building and lot rentals 448 708 2,078 Other equipment rentals 261 254 340 $ 12,764 $ 11,735 $ 15,029 |
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Tables)
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Federal, current $ (7,780 ) $ 11,951 $ 124 Federal, deferred (28,055 ) (2,925 ) 18,185 State, current (1,737 ) 1,811 426 State, deferred 5,430 (451 ) 3,087 Actual income tax expense $ (32,142 ) $ 10,386 $ 21,822 |
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 2017 2016 2015 Computed "expected" income tax expense $ 8,154 $ 9,527 $ 22,368 State income taxes, net of federal income tax effect 862 953 2,237 Per diem allowances 2,145 2,205 2,329 Tax contingency accruals (43 ) (273 ) 1,599 Valuation allowance, net (1,167 ) - 218 Tax credits (1,084 ) (694 ) (7,151 ) Impact of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act remeasurement (40,123 ) - - Excess tax benefits on share-based compensation (457 ) - - Other, net (429 ) (1,332 ) 222 Actual income tax expense $ (32,142 ) $ 10,386 $ 21,822 |
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) 2017 2016 Deferred tax assets: Insurance and claims $ 8,797 $ 15,147 Net operating loss carryovers 4,755 3,326 Tax credits 11,875 6,409 Other 4,414 5,113 Deferred fuel hedge - 1,653 Valuation allowance (63 ) (1,219 ) Total deferred tax assets 29,778 30,429 Deferred tax liabilities: Property and equipment (76,325 ) (98,679 ) Investment in partnership (14,197 ) (9,730 ) Deferred fuel hedge (99 ) - Other - (1,391 ) Prepaid expenses (2,501 ) (4,786 ) Total net deferred tax liabilities (93,122 ) (114,586 ) Net deferred tax liability $ (63,344 ) $ (84,157 ) |
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block] | 2017 2016 2015 Balance as of January 1, $ 2,051 $ 2,394 $ 995 Increases related to prior year tax positions 19 - 1,737 Decreases related to prior year positions (10 ) - - Increases related to current year tax positions - - - Decreases related to settlements with taxing authorities - (88 ) (182 ) Decreases related to lapsing of statute of limitations (136 ) (255 ) (156 ) Balance as of December 31, $ 1,924 $ 2,051 $ 2,394 |
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Note 10 - Equity Method Investment (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) As of the years ended December 31, 201 7 2016 Current Assets $ 19,660 $ 14,320 Non-current Assets 183,905 146,081 Current Liabilities 53,981 34,766 Non-current Liabilities 117,135 96,140 Total Equity $ 32,449 $ 29,495 |
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Equity Method Investments [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) As of the years ended December 31, 201 7 2016 2015 Revenue $ 84,865 $ 94,432 $ 104,838 Operating Expenses 72,868 83,475 91,644 Operating Income 11,997 10,957 13,194 Net Income $ 6,954 $ 6,598 $ 9,061 |
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Note 14 - Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table Text Block] | Details about OCI Components Amoun t Reclassified from OCI for the years ended December 31, Affected Line Item in the Statement of Operations 201 7 2016 2015 (Losses) gains on cash flow hedges Commodity derivative contracts $ (4,065 ) $ (16,674 ) $ (15,313 ) Fuel expense 1,554 6,419 5,865 Income tax expense $ (2,511 ) $ (10,255 ) $ (9,448 ) Net of tax Interest rate swap contracts $ (438 ) $ (557 ) $ (259 ) Interest expense 165 215 99 Income tax expense $ (273 ) $ (342 ) $ (160 ) Net of tax |
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Note 16 - Segment Information (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block] | (in thousands) Year Ended December 31, 201 7 Truckload Managed Freight Unallocated Corporate Overhead Consolidated Revenue $ 612,834 $ 98,182 $ - $ 711,016 Intersegment revenue - (6,009 ) - (6,009 ) Operating income (loss) 38,781 8,588 (19,214 ) 28,155 Depreciation and amortization (1) 75,013 24 1,410 76,447 Total assets 557,399 42,479 49,790 649,668 Capital expenditures, net (2 ) 70,300 810 896 72,006 Year Ended December 31, 201 6 Revenue $ 601,226 $ 73,602 $ - $ 674,828 Intersegment revenue - (4,177 ) - (4,177 ) Operating income (loss) 37,031 7,631 (12,215 ) 32,447 Depreciation and amortization (1) 71,173 22 1,261 72,456 Total assets 548,882 31,289 40,367 620,538 Capital expenditures, net (2) 57,242 43 1,767 59,052 Year Ended December 31, 2015 Revenue $ 655,918 $ 71,057 $ - $ 726,975 Intersegment revenue - (2,735 ) - (2,735 ) Operating income (loss) 74,107 5,768 (12,093 ) 67,782 Depreciation and amortization (1) 60,138 13 1,233 61,384 Total assets 580,506 26,315 39,896 646,717 Capital expenditures, net (2) 147,896 29 1,069 148,994 |
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Note 17 - Quarterly Results of Operations (Unaudited) (Tables) | 12 Months Ended |
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Quarterly Financial Information [Table Text Block] | (in thousands except per share amounts) Quarters ended Mar. 31, 201 7 June 30, 201 7 Sep. 30, 201 7 Dec. 31, 201 7(1) Total revenue $ 158,744 $ 164,326 $ 178,631 $ 203,306 Operating income 309 3,962 9,041 14,843 Net (loss) income (39 ) 1,548 4,632 49,298 Basic income per share (0.00 ) 0.08 0.25 2.70 Diluted income per share (0.00 ) 0.08 0.25 2.69 (in thousands except per share amounts) Quarters ended Mar. 31, 2016(2) June 30, 2016 Sep. 30, 2016 Dec. 31, 2016 Total revenue $ 156,341 $ 158,832 $ 164,500 $ 190,978 Operating income 7,418 7,316 5,446 12,267 Net income 4,352 3,632 2,869 5,982 Basic income per share 0.21 0.20 0.16 0.33 Diluted income per share 0.21 0.20 0.16 0.33 |
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Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details Textual) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands, shares in Millions | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 18 Months Ended | |||||||||||||||
Mar. 31, 2018USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2017USD ($) | Sep. 30, 2017USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2017USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2017USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2016USD ($) | Sep. 30, 2016USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2016USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2016USD ($) | [2] | Jun. 30, 2015USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2017USD ($)shares | Dec. 31, 2016USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2015USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2017USD ($)$ / shares | Dec. 31, 2014USD ($) | May 31, 2011 | ||
Number of Reportable Segments | 2 | |||||||||||||||||
Number of Asset-based Operating Fleets Aggregated in a Segment | 3 | |||||||||||||||||
Revenues | $ 203,306 | [1] | $ 178,631 | $ 164,326 | $ 158,744 | $ 190,978 | $ 164,500 | $ 158,832 | $ 156,341 | $ 705,007 | $ 670,651 | $ 724,240 | ||||||
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current | 104,153 | 96,636 | 104,153 | 96,636 | $ 104,153 | |||||||||||||
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable | 1,456 | 1,345 | 1,456 | 1,345 | 1,857 | 1,456 | $ 1,767 | |||||||||||
Goodwill | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||||||||||||
Insurance Policy Primary Occurence Limit | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||||||||||||||
Workers Compensation Self Insurance Per Claim | 1,300 | |||||||||||||||||
Cargo Losses Purchased Coverage per Claim | 300 | |||||||||||||||||
Employee Annual Insuarnce Deductible Per Claim | $ 400 | |||||||||||||||||
Physical Damage Coverage | 100.00% | |||||||||||||||||
Drivers Advances And Other Receivables Net Of Allowance | 15,062 | 8,757 | $ 15,062 | 8,757 | 15,062 | |||||||||||||
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense | 20,000 | 20,000 | 20,000 | |||||||||||||||
Reduction in Insurance and Claims Expense | $ 3,600 | |||||||||||||||||
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense, Single Loss Limit | 9,000 | 9,000 | 9,000 | |||||||||||||||
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense, Aggregate Limit per Policy Year | 18,000 | 18,000 | 18,000 | |||||||||||||||
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense, Aggregate Three Year Limit | $ 30,000 | 30,000 | $ 30,000 | |||||||||||||||
Auto Policy Release Premium Refund | 14,600 | |||||||||||||||||
Interest Costs Capitalized | $ 100 | $ 100 | $ 100 | |||||||||||||||
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount | shares | 0.1 | |||||||||||||||||
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | Accounting Standards Update 2015-14 [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Cumulative Effect on Retained Earnings, Net of Tax | $ 600 | |||||||||||||||||
Tractors [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 5 years | |||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Salvage Value, Percentage | 15.00% | 15.00% | 15.00% | |||||||||||||||
Tractors [Member] | Salvage Value [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Depreciation, Additional Expense Per Quarter | $ 2,000 | |||||||||||||||||
Depreciation, Additional Expense Per Quarter, After Tax | $ 1,200 | |||||||||||||||||
Effect of Additional Depreciation Expense Per Quarter on Earnings Per Share | $ / shares | $ 0.06 | |||||||||||||||||
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Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 7 years | |||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Salvage Value, Percentage | 25.00% | 25.00% | 25.00% | |||||||||||||||
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Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 10 years | |||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Salvage Value, Percentage | 25.00% | 25.00% | 25.00% | |||||||||||||||
Collateral for Collection Issues [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Accounts Payable | $ 600 | $ 600 | $ 600 | |||||||||||||||
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Cash Advance For Factoring Receivables Percentage | 85.00% | |||||||||||||||||
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life | 4 years | |||||||||||||||||
Minimum [Member] | Revenue Equipment [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 3 years | |||||||||||||||||
Capital Leases of Lessee, Term of Contract | 5 years | |||||||||||||||||
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Cash Advance For Factoring Receivables Percentage | 95.00% | |||||||||||||||||
Finite-Lived Intangible Asset, Useful Life | 20 years | |||||||||||||||||
Maximum [Member] | Revenue Equipment [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 10 years | |||||||||||||||||
Capital Leases of Lessee, Term of Contract | 7 years | |||||||||||||||||
Customer Concentration Risk [Member] | Sales Revenue, Net [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Concentration Risk, Percentage | 49.00% | 53.00% | 45.00% | |||||||||||||||
Number of Major Customers | 0 | 1 | 1 | |||||||||||||||
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Revenues | $ 3,100 | $ 2,600 | $ 2,400 | |||||||||||||||
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Accounts Receivable, Net, Current | 31,900 | 25,800 | 31,900 | 25,800 | 31,900 | |||||||||||||
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | |||||||||||||
Receivables from Insurers [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Drivers Advances And Other Receivables Net Of Allowance | 1,100 | 700 | 1,100 | 700 | 1,100 | |||||||||||||
Self Insurance [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Other Assets | $ 2,100 | $ 100 | $ 2,100 | $ 100 | $ 2,100 | |||||||||||||
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC [Member] | ||||||||||||||||||
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 49.00% | 49.00% | 49.00% | 49.00% | 49.00% | 49.00% | ||||||||||||
[1] | Includes $40.1m one-time benefit related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. | |||||||||||||||||
[2] | Adjusted from 10-Q as filed due to implementation of ASU 2016-09. |
Note 1 - Summary of Significa40
Note 1 - Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Beginning balance | $ 1,345 | $ 1,857 | $ 1,767 |
Provision (reversal) for losses on accounts receivable | 454 | (241) | 1,100 |
Write-offs and other deductions | (343) | (271) | (1,010) |
Ending balance | $ 1,456 | $ 1,345 | $ 1,857 |
Note 1 - Significant Accounting
Note 1 - Significant Accounting Policies - Calculation of Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |||||||||||
Dec. 31, 2017 | [1] | Sep. 30, 2017 | Jun. 30, 2017 | Mar. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2016 | Jun. 30, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2016 | [2] | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Numerator: | |||||||||||||
Net income | $ 49,298 | $ 4,632 | $ 1,548 | $ (39) | $ 5,982 | $ 2,869 | $ 3,632 | $ 4,352 | $ 55,439 | $ 16,835 | $ 42,085 | ||
Denominator: | |||||||||||||
Denominator for basic income per share – weighted-average shares (in shares) | 18,279 | 18,182 | 18,145 | ||||||||||
Effect of dilutive securities: | |||||||||||||
Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested restricted shares (in shares) | 93 | 84 | 161 | ||||||||||
Equivalent shares issuable upon conversion of unvested employee stock options (in shares) | 5 | ||||||||||||
Denominator for diluted income per share adjusted weighted-average shares and assumed conversions (in shares) | 18,372 | 18,266 | 18,311 | ||||||||||
Income per share: | |||||||||||||
Basic income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.70 | $ 0.25 | $ 0.08 | $ 0 | $ 0.33 | $ 0.16 | $ 0.20 | $ 0.21 | $ 3.03 | $ 0.93 | $ 2.32 | ||
Diluted income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.69 | $ 0.25 | $ 0.08 | $ 0 | $ 0.33 | $ 0.16 | $ 0.20 | $ 0.21 | $ 3.02 | $ 0.92 | $ 2.30 | ||
[1] | Includes $40.1m one-time benefit related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. | ||||||||||||
[2] | Adjusted from 10-Q as filed due to implementation of ASU 2016-09. |
Note 2 - Liquidity (Details Tex
Note 2 - Liquidity (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Working Capital (Deficit) | $ 81.1 | $ 47.9 |
Long-term Line of Credit | 9 | |
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount | 32.9 | $ 27.2 |
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity | $ 53.1 |
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financ43
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments (Details Textual) - Interest Rate Swap [Member] - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Derivative Liability | $ 487 | |
Derivative Asset | $ 26 |
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financ44
Note 3 - Fair Value of Financial Instruments - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | |
Fair Value of Derivatives | [1] | $ 393 | $ (4,293) |
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | |||
Fair Value of Derivatives | [1] | ||
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | |||
Fair Value of Derivatives | [1] | 393 | (4,293) |
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | |||
Fair Value of Derivatives | [1] | ||
[1] | Includes derivative liabilities of $487 and assets of $26 at December 31, 2017 and 2016, respectively. |
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensa45
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensation (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | May 29, 2014 | |
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized | 1,550,000 | ||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant | 186,430 | ||||
Maximum Number of Shares of Class A Common Stock Awarded to any Participant in the Incentive Plan in any Calendar Year | 200,000 | ||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Income Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation | $ 500 | $ 1,100 | $ 0 | ||
Payments Related to Tax Withholding for Share-based Compensation | $ 785 | $ 1,142 | $ 2,280 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number | 587,000 | 265,000 | 330,000 | 642,000 | |
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized | $ 2,100 | ||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value | $ 2,400 | $ 3,500 | $ 6,500 | ||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition | 2 years | ||||
Services Provided [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number | 170,562 | ||||
Performance Shares [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number | 416,462 | ||||
Performance Shares [Member] | Related to Performance for Year Ended December 31, 2017 [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number | 27,798 | ||||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized | $ 0 | ||||
Performance Shares [Member] | Related Performance for Year Ended December 31, 2017 Through December 31, 2022 [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number | 388,664 | ||||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized | $ 0 | ||||
Common Class A [Member] | |||||
Shares Paid for Tax Withholding for Share Based Compensation | 31,297 | 55,429 | 84,138 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Per Share Weighted Average Price of Shares Purchased | $ 25.09 | $ 20.61 | $ 27.10 | ||
Payments Related to Tax Withholding for Share-based Compensation | $ 800 | $ 1,100 | $ 2,300 | ||
Salaries Wages And Related Expenses [Member] | |||||
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense | 1,000 | 1,200 | 1,300 | ||
General Supplies and Expenses [Member] | |||||
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense | $ 300 | $ 200 | $ 200 | ||
Third Amendment [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized | 750,000 | ||||
Second Amendment [Member] | |||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized | 800,000 |
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensa46
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensation - Restricted Stock Activity (Details) - $ / shares shares in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Number of stock awards, unvested, beginning of period (in shares) | 265 | 330 | 642 |
Weighted average grant date fair value, unvested, beginning of period (in dollars per share) | $ 18.63 | $ 12.43 | $ 6.60 |
Granted (in shares) | 434 | 120 | 63 |
Granted (in dollars per share) | $ 16.69 | $ 18.92 | $ 28.10 |
Vested (in shares) | (96) | (169) | (246) |
Vested (in dollars per share) | $ 12.78 | $ 5.28 | $ 4.97 |
Forfeited (in shares) | (16) | (16) | (129) |
Forfeited (in dollars per share) | $ 19.25 | $ 16.53 | $ 5.38 |
Number of stock awards, unvested, end of period (in shares) | 587 | 265 | 330 |
Weighted average grant date fair value, unvested, end of period (in dollars per share) | $ 18.14 | $ 18.63 | $ 12.43 |
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensa47
Note 4 - Stock-based Compensation - Stock Options Activity (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | |||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Options Outstanding, Number, beginning of period (in shares) | 3,000 | 76,000 | ||
Options Outstanding, Weighted average exercise price, beginning of period (in dollars per share) | $ 12.79 | $ 14.73 | ||
Options Outstanding, Weighted average remaining contractual term (Year) | 146 days | 182 days | ||
Options Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | $ 15 | $ 945 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
Options Granted, Weighted average exercise price (in dollars per share) | ||||
Options Exercised, Number (in shares) | (3,000) | (73,000) | ||
Options Exercised, Weighted average exercise price (in dollars per share) | $ 12.79 | $ 14.79 | ||
Options Forfeited, Number (in shares) | ||||
Options forfeited, Weighted average exercise price (in dollars per share) | ||||
Options Outstanding, Number, end of period (in shares) | 3,000 | 76,000 | ||
Options Outstanding, Weighted average exercise price (in dollars per share) | $ 12.79 | $ 14.73 | ||
Options Exercisable, Number (in shares) |
Note 5 - Property and Equipme48
Note 5 - Property and Equipment (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Depreciation | $ 72.4 | $ 71.4 | $ 61.9 |
Capital Leased Assets, Gross | 30.5 | 26.6 | |
Capital Leases, Lessee Balance Sheet, Assets by Major Class, Accumulated Depreciation | 5.4 | 4.2 | |
Capital Leases, Income Statement, Amortization Expense | $ 2.6 | 1.6 | 2 |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member] | |||
Capital Leases of Lessee, Term of Contract | 5 years | ||
Revenue Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||
Capital Leases of Lessee, Term of Contract | 7 years | ||
Net in Depreciation and Amortization Expense [Member] | |||
Gain (Loss) on Disposition of Property Plant Equipment | $ (4) | $ (0.8) | $ 0.6 |
Note 5 - Property and Equipme49
Note 5 - Property and Equipment - Property and Equipment, at Cost (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | |
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | |
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 650,988 | $ 631,076 |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 519,797 | 499,809 |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 3 years | |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 10 years | |
Office Equipment [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 4,585 | 8,192 |
Office Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 5 years | |
Office Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 10 years | |
Land and Land Improvements [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 25,061 | 24,979 |
Land and Land Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 0 years | |
Land and Land Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 10 years | |
Building and Building Improvements [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 74,513 | 71,827 |
Building and Building Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 7 years | |
Building and Building Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 40 years | |
Construction in Progress [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 2,023 | 3,176 |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Other Types [Member] | ||
Property, plant, and equipment, gross | $ 25,009 | $ 23,093 |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Other Types [Member] | Minimum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 2 years | |
Property, Plant and Equipment, Other Types [Member] | Maximum [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life | 7 years |
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other A50
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other Assets (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Goodwill | $ 0 | $ 0 | |
Amortization of Intangible Assets | 0 | $ 200 | $ 100 |
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) | $ 0 |
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other A51
Note 6 - Goodwill and Other Assets - Summary of Other Assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Equity Method Investments | $ 20,145 | $ 18,526 |
Other, net | 3,137 | 1,578 |
Total other assets | $ 23,282 | $ 20,104 |
Note 7 - Debt (Details Textual)
Note 7 - Debt (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Aug. 31, 2015 | |
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | $ 95,000 | ||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Increase in Borrowing Capacity | $ 50,000 | ||
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage | 0.25% | ||
Percent of Eligible Accounts Receivable | 85.00% | ||
Percent of Appraised Net Orderly Liquidation, Value of Eligible Revenue Equipment | 85.00% | ||
Percent of Net Book Value of Eligible Revenue Equipment | 95.00% | ||
Line of Credit Facility, Availability as Percentage of Revolver Commitment | 35.00% | ||
Line of Credit Facility, Revolver Commitment, Amount | $ 25,000 | ||
Percent of Appraised Fair Market Value of Eligible Real Estate | 65.00% | ||
Long-term Line of Credit | $ 9,000 | ||
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount | 32,900 | $ 27,200 | |
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity | 53,100 | ||
Fixed Charge Coverage Requirement | 0 | $ 0 | |
Debt, Secured with a Cross Default Feature | 120,800 | ||
Commodity Contract Asset, Current | $ 800 | ||
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | |||
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate | 4.20% | ||
Variable Rate Note [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | $ 28,000 | ||
Variable Rate Note [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | |||
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate | 4.20% | ||
Federal Funds Rate [Member] | Base Rate Loans [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 0.50% | ||
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] | |||
Long-term Line of Credit | $ 9,000 | ||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 3.10% | ||
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] | Base Rate Loans [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 1.00% | ||
Applicable Margin [Member] | Base Rate Loans [Member] | Minimum [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 0.50% | ||
Applicable Margin [Member] | Base Rate Loans [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 1.00% | ||
Applicable Margin [Member] | LIBOR [Member] | Minimum [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 1.50% | ||
Applicable Margin [Member] | LIBOR [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate | 2.00% | ||
Base Rate Loans [Member] | |||
Long-term Line of Credit | $ 100 | ||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 5.00% | ||
Letter of Credit [Member] | |||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | $ 95,000 | ||
Swing Line Sub Facility [Member] | |||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | $ 10,000 | ||
Percent of Aggregate Commitments under Credit Facility | 10.00% |
Note 7 - Debt - Current and Lon
Note 7 - Debt - Current and Long-term Debt (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Borrowings under Credit Facility | ||
Borrowings under Credit Facility | 9,007 | 12,185 |
Long-term debt, current | 24,596 | 24,947 |
Long-term debt, noncurrent | 164,465 | 168,676 |
Deferred loan costs | (140) | (263) |
Deferred loan costs | (298) | (256) |
Principal portion of capital lease obligations, secured by related revenue equipment, current | 2,962 | 2,441 |
Principal portion of capital lease obligations, secured by related revenue equipment, noncurrent | 21,777 | 19,761 |
Total debt and capital lease obligations, current | 27,558 | 27,388 |
Total debt and capital lease obligations, noncurrent | 186,242 | 188,437 |
Revenue Equipment Installment Notes [Member] | ||
Long-term debt, current | 23,732 | 23,986 |
Long-term debt, noncurrent | 130,946 | 127,840 |
Real Estate Note [Member] | ||
Long-term debt, current | 1,004 | 1,224 |
Long-term debt, noncurrent | $ 24,810 | $ 28,907 |
Note 7 - Debt - Current and L54
Note 7 - Debt - Current and Long-term Debt (Details) (Parentheticals) | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Revenue Equipment Installment Notes [Member] | ||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 3.30% | 3.30% |
Real Estate Note [Member] | ||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 3.10% | 2.40% |
Note 7 - Debt - Future Debt Pay
Note 7 - Debt - Future Debt Payments (Details) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017USD ($) |
2,018 | $ 24,736 |
2,019 | 25,578 |
2,020 | 47,957 |
2,021 | 46,410 |
2,022 | 22,018 |
Thereafter | $ 22,800 |
Note 8 - Leases (Details Textua
Note 8 - Leases (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Leveraged Leases, Net Investment in Leveraged Leases Disclosure, Residual Value of Leased Assets | $ 4 | $ 4 |
Note 8 - Leases - Future Paymen
Note 8 - Leases - Future Payments of Leases (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Operating Lease, 2018 | $ 73 | |
Capital Leases, 2018 | 3,606 | |
Operating Lease, 2019 | 73 | |
Capital Leases, 2019 | 3,606 | |
Operating Lease, 2020 | 73 | |
Capital Leases, 2020 | 5,813 | |
Operating Lease, 2021 | ||
Capital Leases, 2021 | 5,368 | |
Operating Lease, 2022 | ||
Capital Leases, 2022 | 5,175 | |
Operating Lease, Thereafter | ||
Capital Leases, Thereafter | 3,383 | |
Operating Lease, Total minimum lease payments | 219 | |
Capital Leases, Total minimum lease payments | 26,951 | |
Capital Leases, Less: amount representing interest | (2,212) | |
Capital Leases, Present value of minimum lease payments | 24,739 | |
Capital Leases, Less: current portion | (2,962) | $ (2,441) |
Capital Leases, Capital lease obligations, long-term | $ 21,777 | $ 19,761 |
Note 8 - Leases - Summary of Re
Note 8 - Leases - Summary of Rental Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Lease and rental expense | $ 12,764 | $ 11,735 | $ 15,029 |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | |||
Lease and rental expense | 12,055 | 10,773 | 12,611 |
Land and Building [Member] | |||
Lease and rental expense | 448 | 708 | 2,078 |
Other Machinery and Equipment [Member] | |||
Lease and rental expense | $ 261 | $ 254 | $ 340 |
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | |||
Dec. 31, 2018 | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent | 35.00% | |||
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations, Adjustment of Deferred Tax (Asset) Liability | $ 40,100 | |||
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net | 63,344 | $ 84,157 | ||
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance | 63 | 1,219 | ||
Liability for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, Current | 2,800 | 2,800 | ||
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Expense | 800 | 800 | ||
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | (32,142) | 10,386 | $ 21,822 | |
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate | 2,500 | 2,400 | ||
Interest and Penalties Recognized for Uncertain Tax Positions [Member] | ||||
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | (100) | 100 | $ (200) | |
State and Local Jurisdiction [Member] | ||||
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount | 500 | |||
Operating Loss Carryforwards | 91,100 | |||
Domestic Tax Authority [Member] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member] | ||||
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount | 10,500 | |||
Domestic Tax Authority [Member] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member] | Alternative Minimum Tax Credit Carry Forward [Member] | ||||
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount | $ 1,000 | |||
Domestic Tax Authority [Member] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member] | Earliest Tax Year [Member] | ||||
Open Tax Year | 2,014 | |||
Domestic Tax Authority [Member] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member] | Latest Tax Year [Member] | ||||
Open Tax Year | 2,017 | |||
Domestic Tax Authority [Member] | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [Member] | Tax Year 2013 [Member] | ||||
Tax Credit Carryforward, Amount Under Audit | $ 6,500 | |||
Deferred Tax Assets Excludes State Net Operating Loss Carry Forwards [Member] | ||||
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance | 0 | 0 | ||
Deferred Tax Assets Related to State Net Operating Loss Carry Forwards [Member] | State and Local Jurisdiction [Member] | ||||
Deferred Tax Assets, Valuation Allowance | $ 100 | $ 1,200 | ||
Scenario, Forecast [Member] | ||||
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent | 21.00% |
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Compone
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Federal, current | $ (7,780) | $ 11,951 | $ 124 |
Federal, deferred | (28,055) | (2,925) | 18,185 |
State, current | (1,737) | 1,811 | 426 |
State, deferred | 5,430 | (451) | 3,087 |
Actual income tax expense | $ (32,142) | $ 10,386 | $ 21,822 |
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Income
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Income Tax Reconciliation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Computed "expected" income tax expense | $ 8,154 | $ 9,527 | $ 22,368 |
State income taxes, net of federal income tax effect | 862 | 953 | 2,237 |
Per diem allowances | 2,145 | 2,205 | 2,329 |
Tax contingency accruals | (43) | (273) | 1,599 |
Valuation allowance, net | 1,167 | (218) | |
Tax credits | (1,084) | (694) | (7,151) |
Impact of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act remeasurement | (40,123) | ||
Excess tax benefits on share-based compensation | (457) | ||
Other, net | (429) | (1,332) | 222 |
Actual income tax expense | $ (32,142) | $ 10,386 | $ 21,822 |
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Deferre
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Deferred tax assets: | ||
Insurance and claims | $ 8,797 | $ 15,147 |
Net operating loss carryovers | 4,755 | 3,326 |
Tax credits | 11,875 | 6,409 |
Other | 4,414 | 5,113 |
Deferred fuel hedge | 1,653 | |
Valuation allowance | (63) | (1,219) |
Total deferred tax assets | 29,778 | 30,429 |
Deferred tax liabilities: | ||
Property and equipment | (76,325) | (98,679) |
Investment in partnership | (14,197) | (9,730) |
Deferred fuel hedge | (99) | |
Other | (1,391) | |
Prepaid expenses | (2,501) | (4,786) |
Total net deferred tax liabilities | (93,122) | (114,586) |
Net deferred tax liability | $ (63,344) | $ (84,157) |
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Unrecog
Note 9 - Income Taxes - Unrecognized Tax Benefits Activity (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Balance | $ 2,051 | $ 2,394 | $ 995 |
Increases related to prior year tax positions | 19 | 1,737 | |
Decreases related to prior year positions | (10) | 0 | 0 |
Increases related to current year tax positions | |||
Decreases related to settlements with taxing authorities | (88) | (182) | |
Decreases related to lapsing of statute of limitations | (136) | (255) | (156) |
Balance | $ 1,924 | $ 2,051 | $ 2,394 |
Note 10 - Equity Method Inves64
Note 10 - Equity Method Investment (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||
May 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments | $ 3,400 | $ 3,000 | $ 4,570 | |
Proceeds from Sale of Property, Plant, and Equipment | 48,749 | 65,507 | 34,287 | |
Equity Method Investments | $ 20,145 | $ 18,526 | ||
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC [Member] | ||||
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage | 49.00% | 49.00% | 49.00% | |
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments | $ 1,500 | |||
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration Arrangements, Range of Outcomes, Value, High | 4,500 | |||
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments | $ 3,400 | $ 3,000 | 4,600 | |
Option to Acquire Interest in Equity Method Investment, Percentage of Ownership | 51.00% | |||
Proceeds from Sale of Property, Plant, and Equipment | $ 200 | 400 | ||
Revenue from Related Parties | 5,900 | 5,000 | ||
Payments for Rent | 500 | 0 | ||
Deferred Gain on Sale of Property | 200 | 200 | ||
Due from Related Parties | 8,600 | 3,700 | ||
Proceeds from Equity Method Investment, Distribution | 2,000 | 1,500 | $ 0 | |
Equity Method Investments | 20,100 | 18,500 | ||
Equity Method Investment, Aggregate Cost | 4,900 | |||
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC [Member] | Reduction in TEL Investment [Member] | ||||
Deferred Gain on Sale of Property | $ 400 | $ 600 | ||
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC [Member] | Based on 2011 Results [Member] | ||||
Business Combination, Contingent Consideration, Liability | 1,000 | |||
Transport Enterprise Leasing LLC [Member] | Based on 2012 Results [Member] | ||||
Income (Loss) from Equity Method Investments | $ 2,400 |
Note 10 - Equity Method Inves65
Note 10 - Equity Method Investment - TEL's Summarized Financial Information - Balance Sheets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 |
Current Assets | $ 19,660 | $ 14,320 |
Non-current Assets | 183,905 | 146,081 |
Current Liabilities | 53,981 | 34,766 |
Non-current Liabilities | 117,135 | 96,140 |
Total Equity | $ 32,449 | $ 29,495 |
Note 10 - Equity Method Inves66
Note 10 - Equity Method Investment - TEL's Summarized Financial Information - Income Statement (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Revenue | $ 84,865 | $ 94,432 | $ 104,838 |
Operating Expenses | 72,868 | 83,475 | 91,644 |
Operating Income | 11,997 | 10,957 | 13,194 |
Net Income | $ 6,954 | $ 6,598 | $ 9,061 |
Note 11 - Deferred Profit Sha67
Note 11 - Deferred Profit Sharing Employee Benefit Plan (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Defined Contribution Plan, Cost | $ 0.9 | $ 0.7 | $ 0.8 |
Note 13 - Derivative Instrume68
Note 13 - Derivative Instruments (Details Textual) gal in Millions, $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended | |||
Dec. 31, 2017USD ($)$ / itemgal | Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)$ / item | Dec. 31, 2015USD ($) | Aug. 31, 2015USD ($) | |
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net | $ 4.1 | $ 16.7 | $ 15.3 | |
Cash Flow Hedge Derivative Instrument Assets at Fair Value | 0.8 | $ 3.6 | ||
Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified within Twelve Months | $ 0.6 | |||
Maximum [Member] | ||||
Underlying, Derivative Volume | $ / item | 1.97 | 1.66 | ||
Minimum [Member] | ||||
Underlying, Derivative Volume | $ / item | 1.33 | 0.83 | ||
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | ||||
Derivative, Notional Amount | $ 28 | |||
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate | 4.20% | |||
Derivative Instruments in Hedges, Liabilities, at Fair Value | $ 0.4 | $ 0.7 | ||
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassification from Accumulated OCI to Income, Estimated Net Amount to be Transferred | 0.2 | |||
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | ||||
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net | $ 0.4 | $ 0.6 | ||
Fuel Hedge Contracts for 2018 Requirements [Member] | ||||
Derivative, Nonmonetary Notional Amount, Volume | gal | 7.6 | |||
Percent of Projected Fuel Requirements | 16.10% | |||
Additional Fuel Expense No Longer Deemed to be Effective [Member] | ||||
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income, Effective Portion, Net | 1.4 | |||
Hedge Contracts, Ineffectiveness [Member] | ||||
Derivative Reduction of Fuel Expense | $ 1.4 |
Note 14 - Other Comprehensive69
Note 14 - Other Comprehensive Income ("OCI") - Components of AOCI (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, net of tax | $ (2,784) | $ (10,597) | $ (9,608) |
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, before tax | (438) | (557) | (259) |
Commodity Contract [Member] | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, net of tax | (2,511) | (10,255) | (9,448) |
Commodity Contract [Member] | Fuel Expense [Member] | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, before tax | (4,065) | (16,674) | (15,313) |
Commodity Contract [Member] | Income Tax Expense [Member] | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, before tax | 1,554 | 6,419 | 5,865 |
Interest Rate Cap [Member] | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, before tax | (273) | (342) | (160) |
Interest Rate Cap [Member] | Income Tax Expense [Member] | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member] | |||
Other comprehensive income (loss), reclassification adjustment from AOCI on derivatives, before tax | $ 165 | $ 215 | $ 99 |
Note 15 - Commitments and Con70
Note 15 - Commitments and Contingent Liabilities (Details Textual) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended | ||
Mar. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | |
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount | $ 32.9 | $ 27.2 | |
Revenue Equipment [Member] | |||
Purchase Commitment, Remaining Minimum Amount Committed | $ 51.7 | $ 86.5 | |
Cargo Claim [Member] | Judicial Ruling [Member] | |||
Increase (Decrease) in Estimated Litigation Liability | $ 0.9 |
Note 16 - Segment Information71
Note 16 - Segment Information (Details Textual) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |||||||||||
Dec. 31, 2017USD ($) | [1] | Sep. 30, 2017USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2017USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2017USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2016USD ($) | Sep. 30, 2016USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2016USD ($) | Mar. 31, 2016USD ($) | [2] | Dec. 31, 2017USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2016USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2015USD ($) | |
Number of Reportable Segments | 2 | ||||||||||||
Revenues | $ 203,306 | $ 178,631 | $ 164,326 | $ 158,744 | $ 190,978 | $ 164,500 | $ 158,832 | $ 156,341 | $ 705,007 | $ 670,651 | $ 724,240 | ||
Non Asset Operations [Member] | Solutions [Member] | |||||||||||||
Revenues | $ 3,100 | $ 2,600 | $ 2,400 | ||||||||||
[1] | Includes $40.1m one-time benefit related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. | ||||||||||||
[2] | Adjusted from 10-Q as filed due to implementation of ASU 2016-09. |
Note 16 - Segment Information -
Note 16 - Segment Information - Segment Information (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||||||||||||
Dec. 31, 2017 | Sep. 30, 2017 | Jun. 30, 2017 | Mar. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2016 | Jun. 30, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2016 | [2] | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |||
Revenues | $ 203,306 | [1] | $ 178,631 | $ 164,326 | $ 158,744 | $ 190,978 | $ 164,500 | $ 158,832 | $ 156,341 | $ 705,007 | $ 670,651 | $ 724,240 | ||
Operating income (loss) | 14,843 | [1] | $ 9,041 | $ 3,962 | $ 309 | 12,267 | $ 5,446 | $ 7,316 | $ 7,418 | 28,155 | 32,447 | 67,782 | ||
Total assets | 649,668 | 620,538 | 649,668 | 620,538 | ||||||||||
Operating Segments [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | 711,016 | 674,828 | 726,975 | |||||||||||
Operating income (loss) | 28,155 | 32,447 | 67,782 | |||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization (1) | [3] | 76,447 | 72,456 | 61,384 | ||||||||||
Total assets | 649,668 | 620,538 | 649,668 | 620,538 | 646,717 | |||||||||
Capital expenditures, net (2) | [4] | 72,006 | 59,052 | 148,994 | ||||||||||
Operating Segments [Member] | Truckload [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | 612,834 | 601,226 | 655,918 | |||||||||||
Operating income (loss) | 38,781 | 37,031 | 74,107 | |||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization (1) | [3] | 75,013 | 71,173 | 60,138 | ||||||||||
Total assets | 557,399 | 548,882 | 557,399 | 548,882 | 580,506 | |||||||||
Capital expenditures, net (2) | [4] | 70,300 | 57,242 | 147,896 | ||||||||||
Operating Segments [Member] | Other Segments [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | 98,182 | 73,602 | 71,057 | |||||||||||
Operating income (loss) | 8,588 | 7,631 | 5,768 | |||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization (1) | [3] | 24 | 22 | 13 | ||||||||||
Total assets | 42,479 | 31,289 | 42,479 | 31,289 | 26,315 | |||||||||
Capital expenditures, net (2) | [4] | 810 | 43 | 29 | ||||||||||
Operating Segments [Member] | Corporate Segment [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | ||||||||||||||
Operating income (loss) | (19,214) | (12,215) | (12,093) | |||||||||||
Depreciation and amortization (1) | [3] | 1,410 | 1,261 | 1,233 | ||||||||||
Total assets | $ 49,790 | $ 40,367 | 49,790 | 40,367 | 39,896 | |||||||||
Capital expenditures, net (2) | [4] | 896 | 1,767 | 1,069 | ||||||||||
Intersegment Eliminations [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | (6,009) | (4,177) | (2,735) | |||||||||||
Intersegment Eliminations [Member] | Truckload [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | ||||||||||||||
Intersegment Eliminations [Member] | Other Segments [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | (6,009) | (4,177) | (2,735) | |||||||||||
Intersegment Eliminations [Member] | Corporate Segment [Member] | ||||||||||||||
Revenues | ||||||||||||||
[1] | Includes $40.1m one-time benefit related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. | |||||||||||||
[2] | Adjusted from 10-Q as filed due to implementation of ASU 2016-09. | |||||||||||||
[3] | Includes gains and losses on disposition of equipment. | |||||||||||||
[4] | Includes equipment purchased under capital leases. |
Note 17 - Quarterly Results o73
Note 17 - Quarterly Results of Operations (Unaudited) (Details Textual) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended |
Dec. 31, 2017USD ($) | |
Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations, Adjustment of Deferred Tax (Asset) Liability | $ 40,100 |
Note 17 - Quarterly Results o74
Note 17 - Quarterly Results of Operations (Unaudited) - Quarterly Results of Operations (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |||||||||||
Dec. 31, 2017 | [1] | Sep. 30, 2017 | Jun. 30, 2017 | Mar. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2016 | Jun. 30, 2016 | Mar. 31, 2016 | [2] | Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016 | Dec. 31, 2015 | |
Revenues | $ 203,306 | $ 178,631 | $ 164,326 | $ 158,744 | $ 190,978 | $ 164,500 | $ 158,832 | $ 156,341 | $ 705,007 | $ 670,651 | $ 724,240 | ||
Operating income (loss) | 14,843 | 9,041 | 3,962 | 309 | 12,267 | 5,446 | 7,316 | 7,418 | 28,155 | 32,447 | 67,782 | ||
Net income | $ 49,298 | $ 4,632 | $ 1,548 | $ (39) | $ 5,982 | $ 2,869 | $ 3,632 | $ 4,352 | $ 55,439 | $ 16,835 | $ 42,085 | ||
Basic income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.70 | $ 0.25 | $ 0.08 | $ 0 | $ 0.33 | $ 0.16 | $ 0.20 | $ 0.21 | $ 3.03 | $ 0.93 | $ 2.32 | ||
Diluted income per share (in dollars per share) | $ 2.69 | $ 0.25 | $ 0.08 | $ 0 | $ 0.33 | $ 0.16 | $ 0.20 | $ 0.21 | $ 3.02 | $ 0.92 | $ 2.30 | ||
[1] | Includes $40.1m one-time benefit related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. | ||||||||||||
[2] | Adjusted from 10-Q as filed due to implementation of ASU 2016-09. |