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US Postal Service
Breaking: Postmaster General Louis DeJoy announces sudden departure
U.S. Postal Service chief Louis DeJoy left office on Monday as the Trump administration ramps up for massive change at the agency.
Borderlands: Mexico
Borderlands Mexico: Tariffs could lead Mexico into recession, report says
Tracking Tariffs
Global Supply Chain
Trump may take softer approach on April 2 ‘reciprocal’ tariffs
President Donald Trump said Monday he may give countries “breaks” on tariffs, but imports of autos and pharmaceuticals will be targeted.
American Shipper
Trans-Pacific container rates below lowest 2024 levels: Freightos
American Shipper
Port of Los Angeles sees strong container volumes in February
Global Supply Chain
China stops importing liquefied natural gas from US due to tariffs
Reindustrialization
New American Industrial Alliance grows as tariffs boost domestic manufacturing
Global Supply Chain
Steel, aluminum tariffs may hurt auto industry, supply chain risk expert says
SONAR High Frequency Data
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The Stockout
Fear of more tariffs prolongs retail pull-forward
Trade group says stores continue to import as much merchandise as possible.
The Stockout
Is a freight market turn coming in May?
The Stockout
Tariffs in 7 SONAR charts
State of Freight Webinar
State of Freight: Taking stock of the market after a month of Trump
The State of Freight webinar for February focused on the market uncertainty brought about by the first month of the presidency of Donald Trump.
Takeaways from State of Freight: Volatility in Washington, intermodal surge
In the first State of Freight webinar for the year, intermodal and politics were on the agenda.
State of Freight for December: Freight economy due for ‘directional’ change
During the State of Freight webinar for December, Craig Fuller and Zach Strickland discuss how a market shift could impact carriers, brokers and shippers in 2025.
Chart of the Week
Chart of the Week
Carriers prioritizing West Coast
The truckload market is tightening, but not evenly.
Chart of the Week
Resilient rejection rates illustrate truckload capacity’s decline
Chart of the Week
Truckload rejection rates surge in largest US-Mexico cross-border market
Chart of the Week
Winter spot rate slide a seasonal pattern
Chart of the Week
Slow market tightening apparent in spot-to-contract spread
The Playbook
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Air Cargo
FedEx orders Boeing 777 and ATR cargo aircraft, delays MD-11 retirements
FedEx has switched from downsizing to incrementally growing its air cargo fleet by ordering large 777 freighters and postponing plans to retire older MD-11 jets.
Trucking Regulation
Clash on legal status of California transportation waivers highlighted at TCA
American Shipper
Port of Long Beach posts ninth straight monthly cargo gain
American Shipper
American Shipper
Proposed US port fees on Chinese vessels may alter intermodal shipping patterns
Port fees on Chinese ships are aimed at boosting U.S. shipbuilding but could have follow-on effects for intermodal traffic, too.
Regulatory Agencies
Regulator vows to back US exporters fearful about Trump’s shipping fees
American Shipper
Hapag-Lloyd expects lower profits in 2025
Modern Shipper
Modern Shipper
Walmart rolls forward with brokerage: What it means for Amazon
Emails sent to select carriers introduce Walmart’s new brokerage program and outline the benefits of participation.
Bankruptcies and Layoffs
Less than Truckload (LTL)
Yellow’s 325-door California terminal fetches $55M
Defunct Yellow Corp. liquidates another property as creditors await a final bankruptcy plan.
Less than Truckload (LTL)
Yellow creditors’ battle over $550M-plus carcass heats up
Parcel Freight
US Postal Service invites DOGE to fix structural problems
Technology
Trucker Tips
Fuel Conservation Strategies for Fleets
Fuel is one of the largest expenses for trucking fleets, making conservation strategies essential for long-term profitability. By leveraging technology such as fleet fuel cards, AI-powered route optimization, and real-time driver monitoring, fleets can reduce waste, improve efficiency, and prevent fuel fraud. Implementing preventative maintenance, minimizing idling, and optimizing routes are key to ensuring every gallon is used effectively. With fluctuating diesel prices and tightening margins, adopting a data-driven fuel management approach is necessary for survival in today’s trucking industry.
