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Our business is subject to general economic and business factors that are largely out of our control, any of which could have a materially adverse effect on our operating results. We operate in a highly competitive industry, and our business may suffer if we are unable to adequately address downward pricing pressures and other results of competition. If we are unable to successfully execute our business strategy, our growth and profitability could be adversely affected. Ongoing insurance and claims expenses could significantly affect our earnings. Our revenue growth may not continue at historical rates, which could adversely affect our stock price. Increases in driver compensation or difficulty in attracting and retaining drivers could affect our profitability and ability to grow. Fluctuations in the price or availability of fuel may increase our cost of operation, which could materially and adversely affect our profitability. If we are unable to retain our senior officers, our business, financial condition, and results of operations could be harmed. Increased prices, reduced productivity, and restricted availability of new revenue equipment may adversely affect our earnings and cash flows. Our Xpress Global Systems segment faces certain additional risks particular to its operations, any one of which could impact the ability of that segment to attain profitability and adversely affect consolidated revenues and operating results. Our substantial indebtedness and operating lease obligations could adversely affect our ability to respond to changes in our industry or business. Service instability in the railroad industry could increase our operating costs and reduce our ability to offer expedited intermodal rail services, which could adversely affect our revenues and operating results. We operate in a highly regulated industry and increased costs of compliance with, or liability for violation of, existing or future regulations could have a materially adverse effect on our business. We may not make acquisitions in the future, or if we do, we may not be successful in integrating the acquired businesses. Our operations are subject to various environmental laws and regulations, the violation of which could result in substantial fines or penalties. Our Co-Chairmen, Patrick E. Quinn and Max L. Fuller, control a large portion of our stock and have substantial control over us, which could limit your ability to influence the outcome of key transactions, including changes of control. With the closing of transactions to increase our holdings in ATS and the Total Companies, the resulting increase in debt or adverse financial results at those companies may adversely affect our financial condition or results of operations.

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