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17 May

The ‘ingenious strategy’ behind most truckers’ least favorite week of the year: International Roadcheck

Inspection blitzes frustrate truck drivers. But economists found that the International Roadcheck Week boosts overall road safety.

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12 May

Why the Northeast is quietly running out of diesel

Diesel inventories on the East Coast are at record lows. Truckers are spooked by the vanishing stocks and soaring rates.

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Dec - 2021 -
13 December

Exclusive: Central Freight Lines to shut down after 96 years

A source familiar with the 96-year-old company said he is unsure whether CFL will file Chapter 7 or “liquidate outside of bankruptcy,” but that the LTL carrier has no plans to reorganize.

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Aug - 2021 -
12 August

Warehouse cramming is about to begin — Freightonomics

On this episode of Freightonomics, Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith talk about the need to cram for warehouse space with Zac Rogers from Colorado State University.

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Jun - 2021 -
27 June

Seasonality pushing rejections and rates higher ahead of the Fourth

This week’s DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index: 75 (Carriers) Last week’s DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index: 70 (Carriers)  Three-month DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index Outlook: 70 (Carriers) […]

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May - 2021 -
27 May

Project44 acquires ClearMetal to strengthen predictive tools

“Their team construct is fundamentally different. When you look at their data science, machine learning and computer science background, they are best in class.”

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Nov - 2024 -
22 November

KAG acquires Michigan-based dry bulk hauler

Kenan Advantage Group announced Friday that it has acquired Michigan-based dry bulk hauler PRM Trucking.

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Conspiracy to disable truck emission controls nets guilty plea

Washington state truck drivers paid up to $4,500 per truck to evade EPA pollution regulations. 

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Trucking co-owner sentenced for falsifying driving logs after fatal crash probe

A co-owner of a Massachusetts trucking company was sentenced to two months in prison after admitting that he falsified driving logs and lied to investigators in connection with a June 2019 fatal collision involving the driver of one of its trucks.

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UPS hit with SEC fine over its internal valuation of UPS Freight before TFI sale

UPS is paying a steep fine to the SEC for how it valued UPS Freight before it was sold to TFI.

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Running on Ice: Drones cozy up to cold warehousing 

In this edition: Gather AI makes big cold moves, Grip expands its footprint, and Nestle expands operations in the South. 

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How the end of the freight recession will shape 2025, according to Werner chairman and CEO

The trucking industry is undergoing a transformative shift, fueled by market changes, geopolitical factors and evolving consumer behavior.

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Roadrunner changes hands, accelerates growth efforts

A majority stake in less-than-truckload carrier Roadrunner has changed hands from an activist investor to an investment group led by the company’s CEO.

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How a moonshot is giving voice to truck parcels

Smart label technology developed by Chorus and Kuehne+Nagel tracks packages by using Bluetooth connectivity and AirTags.

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21 November

Fraud prevention-focused Highway leads FreightTech 25

This week: Fraud tech captures FreightTech awards’ top spot, Circle Logistics shares its fraud prevention strategy and Guy Fieri just wants his tequila back.

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Live from Day 3 at F3 with e2open, WireBee, Transfix | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Now on demand Dooner is Liver from F3 Day 3 with e2open, WireBee, Transfix

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Vancouver airport clears damaged Amazon Air cargo jet from runway area

Recovery efforts for an Amazon Air freighter at Vancouver airport in Canada are underway.

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Florida trucking company owner convicted in $112M Ponzi scheme

The owner of a Florida trucking and logistics company has been convicted for his role in a three-year truck investment Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of $112 million.

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Canada container ports face backlogs, delays

There are some delays as Canada’s top import gateways work off backlogs of containers from labor-related shutdowns.

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GenLogs helping brokers generate leads and fight crime

Freight asset intelligence platform GenLogs is now using its carrier identification data to help law enforcement solve thefts.

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More layoffs hit freight-related companies across US

UPS, Advance Auto Parts, Great Dane LLC and Ryder Transportation Solutions recently announced a total of 1,277 freight-related job cuts.

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ITS Logistics leader urges industry to make people-focused investments in 2025

Josh Allen, chief commercial officer at ITS Logistics, spoke Thursday about investments the logistics industry should make in 2025 to develop their companies and workforce.

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Truck driver shortage: Myth or reality? 

Trucking industry experts weighed in during a debate at FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival on whether there is a driver shortage or a driver retention problem.

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FMCSA clearinghouse rule puts bullseye on freight capacity

Innovative Logistics Group’s Adam Wingfield says new enforcement power over truckers with drug violations could be a freight capacity game-changer.

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2024 compliance update with Trucksafe – Taking the Hire Road

Brandon Wiseman, owner and president of Trucksafe Consulting, discusses updates to the FMCSA’s Clearinghouse Phase II monitoring and enforcement practices.

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Trump tariffs to slow US trade, says analyst 

High tariffs on Chinese imports, promised by President-elect Trump, will likely slow U.S. trade in 2025 as uncertainty hinders investment in reshoring of manufacturing, a trade analyst predicts.

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Uptake Technologies CEO sees power in AI for fleet owners

Adam McElhinney, the CEO of Uptake Technologies, spoke about what opportunities the logistics community has to utilize AI.

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Flexport head of trucking: New broker tech will be crucial in 5-10 years

Bill Driegert, head of trucking at Flexport, spoke Wednesday at the F3: Future of Freight Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee, about technology that is transforming the trucking industry.

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2025 FreightTech 25 sees a shakeup as new companies surge in the rankings

Intermediaries and incumbents roared back in the FreightTech 25 rankings during a protracted soft market for freight.

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J.B. Hunt CEO calls for ‘courageous collaboration’ to transform industry 

To come together, the logistics industry’s propensity toward competition will have to give way to an overarching spirit of collaboration, J.B. Hunt President and CEO Shelley Simpson said at the F3: Future of Freight Festival.

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20 November

Cambridge Capital founder predicts M&A resurgence in 2025

After a pullback in lending from private equity- and VC-backed firms investing in supply chain tech after the COVID pandemic, Benjamin Gordon, founder and managing partner of Cambridge Capital, says there’s been a resurgence in strategic M&A.

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Live from F3 Day 2 with Turvo, Qued and Alvys | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Now on demand Dooner is coming to you live from F3 with Samantha Foley; Prasad Gollapalli; Jordan Kidd

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Werner nuclear verdict case in Texas is hugely significant, says attorney at F3

At FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival, trucking-focused attorney Matthew Leffler said the $100 million-plus Werner case is “the most important case facing the trucking industry now.”

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Rapid-fire FreightTech demos keep on truckin’ on Day 2 at F3

FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival continued into its second day with more rapid-fire FreightTech demos on Wednesday.

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Port of LA whittles dwell time despite record container volumes

The Port of Los Angeles posted record container volume in October on resilient consumer spending and a strong economy.

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Trump offers high reward, high risk for trucking industry, experts says

Trucking companies like less regulation, and that’s what they’ll get under a Trump administration. But executives should be careful what they wish for, experts at FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival said.

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J.B. Hunt eyes intermodal pricing inflection

J.B. Hunt Transport Services is hopeful that Western rail service will improve, allowing it to layer higher contract pricing across record intermodal volumes.

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Visibility is the currency of customer experience

Frank Kenney of Cleo gives insight into the undeniable market trend toward more data visibility and transparency as a selling point for any clients in the freight industry. Every company has unique needs and models, and those needs are best served by being as open as possible.

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Zim Q3 powered by spot market, new ships 

Zim saw a decision to leverage its business against spot rates pay off on surging demand in the trans-Pacific trade.

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Venture 53 partner talks winning early stage strategies

Speaking at FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival, John Larkin, senior partner at Venture 53, discusses what he looks for in an early stage company.

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SONAR expands LTL and intermodal data offering

Data platform now provides LTL rates by class and intermodal contract rates by lane.

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Covenant Logistics CEO sees trucking market rising in 2025

Covenant Logistics Group CEO David Parker predicted at FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival on Wednesday that there will be year-over-year peak season growth in the trucking industry. (Photo: Jim Allen/FreightWaves)

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Optimus Technologies and B100 making fleets cleaner and more efficient

On a recent episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Optimus Technologies talks about the impact of biodiesel and what the election results mean for clean fuels.

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Live from F3 Day 1 with Amazon, Trigent Software, Temco Logistics | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On episode 784 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Future of Freight Festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He’s joined by Shanti Yetish at Amazon; Nagendra […]

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GenLogs launches initiative to combat theft using counterterrorism methods

Ryan Joyce, a former CIA operations officer, drew on his experience tracking terrorist networks to execute the company strategy to fight freight fraud.

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19 November

State of Freight live: A bullish post-election trucking market assessment

At an in-person State of Freight, FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller and SONAR Director of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland talked about why they think the freight market has turned.

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Nikola leader talks future of hydrogen-powered trucks in US

Nikola Corp. leader Ryan Clayton said the rising demand for hydrogen could require as many as 50 fueling stations in the next three years to meet the need.

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Innovators showcase FreightTech in Day 1 rapid-fire demos at F3

FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival saw speedy demos from over a dozen industry innovators sporting all kinds of FreightTech.

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Solvento raises $12.5 million to expand cross-border trucking

Mexico City-based Solvento has raised $12.5 million in a Series A round to help provide trucking companies with access to payment solutions.

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US importers urge Biden to step up Red Sea protections

The American Apparel & Footwear Association said the U.S. should do more to protect Mideast shipping as attacks on vessels spur “unsustainable” higher costs and delays.

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Convoy co-founder reflects on digital brokerage’s rise and fall

Dan Lewis, co-founder and former CEO of Convoy Inc., discussed the rise and fall of the digital freight brokerage he helped create and the lessons he learned along the way on Tuesday at FreightWaves’ F3: Future of Freight Festival.

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Check Call: Q3 data promises more cargo theft issues in the future 

In this edition: Overhaul published Q3 cargo numbers, and layoffs come for the logistics sector.

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Cargojet charter with Amazon freight skids off runway in Vancouver

An Amazon charter flight operated by Canadian partner Cargojet overshot the runway at Vancouver airport, impacting flight operations.

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FMCSA proposes new rules on broker transparency

In a new rulemaking governing broker-motor carrier contracts, regulators stop short of an out-right ban on transparency waivers sought by truckers.

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J.B. Hunt CEO talks need for industry collaboration

J.B. Hunt Transport Services’ CEO Shelley Simpson encourages transportation leaders to solve the industry’s challenges through partnerships at F3 on Tuesday.

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‘Business Wars’ host David Brown talks business success stories, Warrior Ethos

‘Business Wars’ host David Brown talks about supply chains and success stories at FreightWaves’ Future of Freight Festival.

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F3: Future of Freight Festival is happening now!

This year’s F3: Future of Freight Festival will pull into the heart of Freight Alley in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Nov. 19-21.

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Short line CEO says railroads must embrace Uber-like technology to secure future

While railroads for years have talked about growth, the head of a major short line says it’s high time they embraced enterprisewide technology that’s reshaping the transportation industry.

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Flexibility crucial for warehouse management tech, expert says

Smitha Raphael, chief product and delivery officer at SnapFulfil, highlights why flexibility and seamless integrations in warehouse management tech are now top priorities for 3PLs and B2C companies.

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Etihad Airways to order 3 additional A350 freighters from Airbus

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Etihad Airways has decided to exercise an option for three Airbus A350 next-generation freighters, bringing its total order to 10 aircraft, said Stanislas Brun, vice president […]

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Nyshex closes latest funding round, launches shipping rate indexes

The New York Shipping Exchange announced it has closed a Series C funding round and launched a series of shipping rate indexes.

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18 November

Trump to name Fox TV host Sean Duffy to head DOT

President-elect Donald Trump is nominating Fox News Host Sean Duffy to head the U.S. Department of Transportation. Duffy, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from Wisconsin for nine […]

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Diesel benchmark price hasn’t been this low in more than 3 years

The benchmark diesel price fell to a level not seen since October 2021.

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At RailTrends, CPKC and UP CEOs talk about higher levels of rail service

At a leading rail conference, two railroad CEOs seek to define what service is all about.

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Over 2,400 layoffs hit supply chain-related firms across US

Amazon, DHL, GXO, Kuehne+Nagel, Pepsico and True Value Co. are among firms announcing job cuts, according to a new round of worker reduction notices.

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Memphis trucking company owner sentenced to federal prison in PPP scheme

Freight Masters Inc. owner Herman Shaw was sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in a scheme to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program.

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Freight shipments, spend see no lift in October, Cass data shows

The Cass Freight Index shows both volumes and expenditures remained lower in October.

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Port of Virginia gets new cranes, chassis pool upgrade

Four new container cranes will help the Port of Virginia handle ultra large container vessels at Virginia International Gateway.

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Railroads have turned the corner on service and resiliency, analysts say

The U.S. Class I railroads have turned the corner on service and resiliency and are poised for volume growth for the first time in years.

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California logistics company files for Chapter 11

A California logistics company has filed for bankruptcy protection, citing the loss of its largest “anchor” customers as one of the main reasons it is seeking to reorganize.

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Addressing the supply chain’s underinsurance crisis

Johnny McCord of Loadsure explains how traditional supply chain insurance focuses on large enterprises, leaving small businesses exposed to risk and rising policy premiums that don’t adequately protect them. Loadsure’s data-driven risk insights, dynamic insurance policies and automated claims processes empower supply chain SMBs to predict, prevent and protect themselves from risk.

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SONAR drops FreightWaves name, announces move to new Chattanooga headquarters

Previously known as FreightWaves SONAR, the supply chain data platform rebrands to “SONAR,” highlighting its core focus on the supply chain data platform. 

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LTL general rate increases buck pricing concerns for industry

Less-than-truckload carriers continue to take general rate increases even as the overall demand picture remains murky.

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Last Mile Retail Awards: No room for error in home delivery

To bring awareness to the demanding and underappreciated efforts of last mile logistics companies and retailers, Last Mile Retail Awards is highlighting excellence in more than 20 categories and promoting innovation in sustainability and social impact.

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Former Amerijet boss resurfaces as CEO of cargo airline 21 Air

Tim Strauss is back as CEO of another small cargo airline based in Miami. His new company is 21 Air, which has secured Amazon as its latest customer.

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21 Air makes debut cargo flight for Amazon

Amazon has added 21 Air to its roster of air cargo transport providers.

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The peak season sense of urgency has yet to arrive

Tender volumes and tender rejections declined over the week, but spot rates are still showing signs that peak season is going to be favorable.

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17 November

Borderlands Mexico: Toyota pumping $1.45B into Mexico to boost Tacoma production 

This week in Borderlands: Toyota pumping $1.45B into Mexico to boost Tacoma production; Union Pacific to serve Volkswagen hub at Texas seaport; South Korean freight transporter to open subsidiary in Mexico; and Nefab expands in Arizona with warehousing and logistics facility.

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16 November

Intermodal is containing the truckload market

Could intermodal be capping the truckload market’s potential breakout?

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15 November

Unions returning to work at Canada ports 

The Canada Industrial Relations Board ordered port operations to resume in British Columbia and Montreal after lockouts of union dockworkers halted container traffic.

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How I learned to stop worrying and love the tariff

Blanket tariffs, like any other tax, may include certain exemptions. It is these exemptions — not the tariffs themselves — that are the real tool.

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Trucking Association of New York blasts revived NYC traffic tolls plan

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state would continue plans to enact congestion pricing tolls in New York City, drawing criticism from the Trucking Association of New York.

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Truckload’s new cycle; Truckers for Troops; organized cargo crime rings | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

Now on demand on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Kaylee Nix; Norita Taylor; Corey Klujsza; Craig Leinauer and a special tour of thespacestore with Craig Fuller

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Running on Ice: Ultra-low temps become ultra-cool 

In this edition: A new ultra-low-temperature freezer drops, Maersk makes a big refrigerant swap, and Uncrustables set quite the future.

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FMCSA’s CDL rule will be test for safety, freight capacity

Safety and trucking capacity changes resulting from new CDL restrictions could hinge on how effective each state is in implementing the regulation.

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Could the flux capacitor solve hydrogen storage on Class 8 trucks?

Is the flux capacitor made famous in “Back to the Future” an answer to more efficient hydrogen storage on Class 8 trucks?

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FreightTech could see boost from Trump’s second presidency

President-elect Donald Trump’s tech policies could boost FreightTech for AI, warehouse automation and 3D printing.

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14 November

Tech battle continues as Samsara files new lawsuit against rival Motive 

Samsara Inc. filed a new lawsuit accusing rival Motive Technologies CEO Shoaib Makani and its executives of engaging in a “multi-year campaign to procure Samsara Trade Secrets” to compete with Samsara in the fleet management market.

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Regulators scold Union Pacific for lack of cooperation

The Surface Transportation Board has taken Union Pacific to task for an ongoing lack of cooperation in a new decision on the railroad’s effort to construct a 6-mile rail line in Arizona’s Maricopa and Pinal counties.

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Modernizing the trucking industry – Taking the Hire Road

The trucking industry faces a rapid push in technology and innovation. It is more important than ever for carriers and logistics companies to determine how they will modernize. DDC FPO’s vice president of marketing and communications, Madison Conway, explains how companies can impact their futures and the trucking industry through optimization initiatives, services and technology solutions.

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Fraud Watch: Uncovering the dark side of freight

Welcome to the inaugural edition of Fraud Watch, FreightWaves’ dedicated newsletter tackling the burgeoning crisis of freight fraud.

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!?’s guide to F3

WHAT THE TRUCK?!?’s guide to FreightWaves’ F3

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Norfolk Southern to add new board member as part of deal with Ancora Holdings

Norfolk Southern will add a new member to its board of directors — the 14th overall and 13th independent director — under a “cooperation agreement” with shareholder Ancora Holdings, NS announced Thursday.

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Kuehne+Nagel acquires majority share of US-based IMC Logistics

Supply chain services giant Kuehne+Nagel said it has acquired a majority share of IMC Logistics, a marine drayage provider handling 2 million TEUs per year.

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White Paper: Top 10 Must-Knows For FMCSA Compliance

When it comes to safety and compliance on the roads, Trucordia stands tall as a leader in insurance, risk management and loss control with a team of professionals who specialize […]

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179,000 CDLs risk being downgraded or revoked for drug or alcohol violations

FMCSA Clearinghouse Phase 2 enforcement may impact about 179,000 CDL holders who are in prohibited status for a drug or alcohol violation.

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Amazon promises equal priority for third-party air cargo, own parcels

Amazon is promising logistics companies that use its air cargo airline that their shipments won’t get left behind when e-commerce parcel volumes are high.

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US weekly rail traffic up again, thanks to intermodal

U.S. rail traffic continued its pattern for most of 2024 in the week ending Nov. 9, with strong intermodal growth leading to an overall gain compared to 2023.

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Surprise! Tariffs could slash prices where they hurt you most

If China retaliates against tariffs on exports to the U.S. with its own tariffs, it could increase prices for Chinese consumers.

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Uber Freight could see more bookings through new broker tech

After Uber recently announced bookings growth, the company has launched a broker offering that could help support future shipment growth and brokerage penetration.

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13 November

Former customs director killed at Port of Manzanillo, Mexico

Fernando Ruben Guerrero, former customs director for the Port of Veracruz, was killed on Nov. 8.

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Protesters in Mexico resume blockade at Texas border bridge

For the second time in 24 hours, protesters are disrupting cross-border cargo traffic at Laredo’s World Trade Bridge.

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Flock Freight’s Shared Truckload service outperforms traditional multistop truckload programs

While traditional multistop options have served many shippers well, there is an even more impactful option on the market today: Flock Freight’s Shared Truckload.

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Nikola exec says battery versus hydrogen not an either/or

Alternative fuel equipment leader is actively building hydrogen fueling network.

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Latest nuclear verdict in trucking: $141.5M against defunct Florida carrier

A Florida jury awarded $125 million in punitive damages and $16.5 million in other damages against a small trucking company that no longer exists.

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