MicroStar’s business model is built on providing fast service, quality, and flexibility

Not all telematics solutions are created equal.

Freight procurement programs, such as Convoy Guaranteed Primary and Convoy Dynamic Backup can deliver optimized savings in today’s market and flexible capacity in future freight markets.

You know you have to innovate… but how can this be achieved in an ever-changing world? Whether it’s delayed shipments, geopolitical/environmental supply issues, or any other problem, having real-time visibility […]

One consumer paper products manufacturer managed to reduce expensive dwell time by 60% in just four weeks after partnering with Convoy to identify their inefficiencies.

Immediate Focus on Optimizing Routes For Autonomy Before Deploying Automated Trucks

Every wholesaler, distributor and retailer knows that data from their POS system is non-standardized, often times rendering the data you can collect from it useless or, at best, unreliable. Wouldn’t […]

Ongoing deflationary market conditions are likely to continue causing challenges for these spot-dependent carriers even as the fall and holiday freight surge approaches. 

Self-driving technology has evolved over the past decade, and autonomous vehicles (AV) have hit the road.

We did a deep dive into the workflows of a legacy transportation management system to learn how these older systems perform vs. modern cloud-based solutions. Our main focus was the […]

This report shares an update on current market conditions across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

With a long list of heavy-hitting customers that include Walmart, Loblaw and most recently Georgia-Pacific, Gatik has demonstrated that commercially successful autonomous delivery is happening first in a constrained environment, on fixed, repeatable short-haul routes.

PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, marked the fourth anniversary of its founding by highlighting important milestones over the last 12 months including increased employee headcount, […]

The transportation and logistics industry is still dealing with the residual effects of the pandemic, including accelerated technological advances, a tough labor market and an inconsistent supply chain.

Like a mechanic, we maintain and repair moving parts of your transportation machine; we don’t drive the machine, we fix it.

By Sean Rushton Locomation’s Director of Communications Locomation’s story is the story of the American Dream. Our five founders came to the United States from across the world – for […]

This white paper explores the challenges in the logistics procurement market and the tactics best-in-class teams use to regain control of capacity and cost while ensuring procurement excellence.

By Michelle Chaka Locomation’s Director of Safety Assurance & Standards Note: The following is excerpted from our recently posted Voluntary Safety Self-Assessment. Safety is incorporated in everything we do: from design, […]

Semi-autonomous truck seamlessly navigates heavy traffic in demonstrations along the Southern California freeway

commitments to cut their carbon footprint—such as becoming net zero by 2030.

This report shares an update on current market conditions across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets.

“We deliver, so you can” is more than a tagline — it’s the foundation upon which Arrive Logistics has built its business. 

For shippers, incorporating sustainability into supply chains is critical.

By Justine Hu and Finch Fulton Hu was an External Affairs and Policy Intern and is a current student at Carnegie Mellon’s Public Policy and Management graduate program.Fulton is Vice […]

TriumphPay improves the payments experience with expedited and secure transactions.

By Finch Fulton Locomation’s Vice President of Policy and Strategy Note: The following is excerpted from our recently posted Voluntary Safety Self-Assessment. From the beginning, our leaders have developed Locomation’s Autonomous Relay […]

To a certain extent, if you don’t have buy-in, then don’t buy it. So many tech initiatives fail to launch because the team in charge of using it is not set up for absolute success.

Human-Guided AutonomySM Model Makes Near-term Deployment Safe and Practical PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, today issued a comprehensive self-assessment to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) of the company’s […]

What are leading carrier’s IT executives looking for in a modern TMS? Drawing on the combined expertise and hands-on experience of dozens of trucking/logistics IT Executives, this comprehensive guide explores […]

This white paper offers 6 key steps to help navigate this down market and get you back in the driver’s seat.

By James Murphy Locomation’s Vice President of Government Affairs When I got my Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 20 years ago, the first truck I drove regularly was an old Ford […]

The World Business Chicago (WBC) report, Logistics Tech in Chicago 2022, is available for download. Chicago has a long history of being at the crossroads of transportation, distribution and logistics. […]

Freight Optimization and Autonomous Relay ConvoySM Technology Means Large Reductions in Idling Time, Empty Miles, and Fuel Consumption  Pittsburgh, PA—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, released today a […]

Developing a strategy to overcome the uncertainties in today’s economy, should be a key component of any company’s business plan, if they wish to remain in business. 

Immediate Focus on Optimizing Routes For Autonomy Before Deploying Automated Trucks Las Vegas, NV—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, today announced an eight-year agreement with Christenson Transportation, […]

Going green isn’t just about electrification.

TriumphPay takes the hassle out of carrier payments, allowing brokers to focus on what they do best.

Businesses must innovate to stay in business, and nowhere is this more keenly felt than in the world of freight. Payments have taken a sharp turn for players in this […]

Given the strong head winds they’re about to face, brokers should urgently consider making changes, to the way they’re conducting business.

It is not likely that routing guides are going to become extinct, but they will be smaller, more shallow and very much digital.

Small and midsize factoring companies are able to achieve a competitive advantage, which many previously thought was impossible without millions of dollars of investment.

In the absence of shipper’s interest cargo insurance to protect the cargo owner against financial loss, carrier’s liability is all that remains, and cargo owners are often disappointed by the all-too-common misconception that the carrier will fully cover their loss.

‘Safe co-pilot’ PlusDrive makes trucking safer, more fuel efficient and comfortable for drivers

Recruiting drivers is tough. Keeping them is tougher. That’s why we’re excited to announce the top trends in driver wants and needs from anonymous driver feedback from 2021 in order […]

Current economic metrics prove that something extremely bad is happening to our economy, which has the potential to destroy everything we’ve worked for. 

In a time when many trucking companies struggle to retain and hire drivers, the U.S. Xpress recruiting team is achieving double-digit, quarter-over-quarter hiring growth.

Renewable natural gas (RNG) is the leading low carbon solution that helps trucking companies and shippers reduce their carbon footprint and meet their sustainability goals.

Optimize your carrier network and save. A fully optimized carrier network not only lowers your shipping costs, it ensures your customers receive the BEST possible shipping experience. Do you have […]

Driverless technology is maturing, and companies competing in the autonomous trucking market are moving beyond research and development to focus on getting their product to market.

See how Trucker Tools helped Trinity Logistics quickly respond to the changing market space.

A strong freight market and manufacturer backlogs have ignited demand for leased equipment from fleets far surpassing supply. This extraordinary demand could continue to outstrip supply well into 2022.

It’s important for LSPs, cargo owners, warehouse operators and other stakeholders in the supply chain to understand their insurance programs, contractual agreements and best practices to properly protect their businesses.

At a high level, there are four restrictions: Don’t take our secrets, don’t take our employees, don’t take our customers, and don’t work in this industry at all.

You’re only as strong as your weakest link. Don’t let back-office issues bring down the rest of your supply chain.

Even Before Autonomous Trucks, Fleets Can Double Their Capacity     By Tom Kroswek, Vice President, Strategy & Business Development In a previous post, I overviewed how the Autonomous Relay NetworkSM can help carriers and […]

The ARC system will reduce a truck’s GHG footprint by 22%, Operating Costs by 19%, and Fuel Consumption by 21% PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, a leading provider of autonomous trucking technology solutions, today announced the […]

By Dr. Çetin Meriçli, CEO and Co-founder of Locomation. Concerns about the nation’s supply-chain are making headlines and raising concerns from Main Street to the White House. Parents worry about not […]

Data-driven decision making is essential to stay ahead in this volatile environment for shippers.

From customers and employees to investors and community members, stakeholder engagement plays a tremendous role in the future of your company.

The success of a business depends on its ability to generate social and political support.

Risks are nothing new to in-transit cargo. Supply chains have always faced unforeseen disruptions. And an influx of data and modernization can be just as challenging…unless it is used correctly. […]

Written by Steve Keppler, Co-Director, Scopelitis Transportation Consulting One of the nation’s most pressing challenges of today is the condition of the supply chain. The pandemic has stretched its ability to serve the evolving needs of today’s global […]

We are excited to build out products that free documents and data from legacy workflows and manual processes.

This white paper addresses the new normal that the industry is facing.

One way to solve present capacity and cost challenges is by using technology that not only provides real-time visibility to the trailer status and location but also delivers clear view of the cargo space and capacity utilization.

Renewable natural gas (RNG) has emerged as the leading pathway for low-carbon, clean air trucking.

Prevent fuel waste, improve driver performance

If there’s one immutable truth in the world of logistics, it’s this: LTL is an inherently complex form of transportation. Tariffs, rates, DIM weights, transit times — it’s enough to […]

Understanding cost modelling and use cases

By D.J. Hoff, Systems Specialist/Autonomous Truck Operator at Locomation In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept 12-18), I want to address my fellow drivers curious about what the […]

A telematics platform that accurately tracks the location and status of trailer assets can deliver both operating efficiencies and fuel savings to achieve emission-reduction goals.

The fast pace of logistics today has no patience for paperwork; it’s evident that today and tomorrow are digital.

In today’s labor market, “throwing people at the problem” does not work.

Register now for Trimble’s Supply Chain in.sights, a virtual series on how to best support drivers.

For many years, traditional software providers denied their users access to web-based applications, by limiting their ability to exchange data with them.

A dedicated fleet gives you the tools needed to meet industry challenges, increase reliability, and focus on your core business.

The race to decrease emissions on transport refrigeration units (TRUs) is posing a major hurdle to commercial fleets. A zero-emission electric trailer is now available, to not only curb emissions but also reduce noise and brake wear.

Fueled by an unrelenting need to increase safety and optimize efficiencies, connected technology is shaping the future of transportation and bringing the industry another step closer to autonomous trucking.

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There is a true broker-to-carrier contract rate that reflects the model of our industry. That rate distorts the true spot rate and should account for maybe two-thirds of the rates brokers provide to benchmarking tools.

By Tom Kroswek Vice President, Strategy & Business Development Tom Kroswek is a logistics and engineering professional with 30+ years of experience in supply chain engineering, transportation analysis, inbound manufacturing […]

Technology is how companies effectively manage their transportation operations. Investing in a TMS (Transportation Management System), the heart of your operations, can lead to many benefits like: Creating efficiencies Improving […]

How do you avoid frustrating your truck drivers and upsetting customers? For trucking fleets, the secret may be selecting the right ELD provider: one that offers reliable uptime, is easy […]

What many brokers fail to understand about electronic processing, is the degree to which it replaces human interaction with automation.

PITTSBURGH, PA—Locomation, the world’s first technology platform to offer human-guided autonomous truck convoying, today marked the third anniversary of its founding and highlighted important recent milestones in its growth. Earlier this month, […]

For one global healthcare company seeking to avoid unexpected costs and shipping inefficiencies, while simultaneously unlocking the benefits of multiple countries and business units under one RFP, powerful automation proved to be the missing piece to the RFP puzzle. Let’s take a look at four reasons why automated LTL RFP processes, like SMC³ BidSense®, are equipped to help save the day.

How NASA’s Mars Rover is helping to chart a path for autonomous trucks

Discover the strategies that top performers are leveraging to capitalize on opportunities.

Is it better to be a technology company learning supply chain or a supply chain company learning to adopt technology?

Faster, safer, better — these consumer expectations for e-commerce delivery are driving a speed-focused freight market.

The sheer size and scope of the global transportation market have created the need for specialization even in enterprise-level software suites addressing diverse requirements groupings. A “one size fits all” […]

Having the right fleet for your business can give you an advantage over the competition and lower transportation costs.

Leaders in logistics are investing in data science disciplines to make smarter decisions and accelerate business goals.

One works inside your system while the other works as an outside guest user.

How to Prevent Costly Delays

Contract puts Locomation’s AV tech to work on PGT Trucking’s freight routes to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and carbon footprint

DCSA is working on two key standards that will help improve visibility for shippers in the future.

Whether you’re a large or small business, embarking on the quest for sustainability might feel overwhelming if your operations have been less than planet-friendly in the past.

Loadshop is a growing digital freight marketplace that continues to expand its capabilities while driving efficiency and transparency for both shippers and carriers

Shippers will never lose a document, driver or client through an automated rate contract management system.