Trucking

New York City has released several blueprints on its freight future during the de Blasio administration.

Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels reacts to Central Freight’s closure and shares his thoughts on the drivers’ next steps on FreightWaves’ WHAT THE TRUCK?!?.

Old Dominion Freight Line was the latest less-than-truckload carrier to implement a general rate increase ahead of schedule. The 4.9% adjustment is in line with the rate hike it announced earlier in the year.

The Biden administration is taking a series of actions aimed at bolstering the truck driver workforce that includes assessing compensation.

It has been a wild ride for GlobalTranz, with ownership shifting multiple times in just a few years.

Ryder and Blume Global demo their Rydershare and ConnectGo Live freight technologies during FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit.

Shipware will deepen SIB’s shipping analysis portfolio, while Shipware clients can get spending needs addressed beyond parcel delivery, Shipware’s co-CEO said.

Federal regulators have once again denied a request to exempt small truck brokers from bond requirements.

The Internet of Things fleet management and software company sold 35 million shares and raised $805 million in its IPO Wednesday.

The COVID-19 response, labor shortages and strained capacity will continue into the New Year, but there is hope. Jim Monkmeyer, President of Transportation & LLP, DHL Supply Chain, shares some advice on how to retain talent, where to invest and how to stay positive during this unprecedented time.

Cummins has recalled X12 diesel engines used in off-highway and specialty vehicles because of potential cracking of fuel tubes that could lead to a fire.

CarrierDirect’s Ryan Schreiber and Nolan Transportation Group’s Drew Herpich discuss optimizing capacity during FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit.

With spot rates soaring, Edge Logistics President Will Kerr gives his take on where the freight market is going in 2022 during a fireside chat at the FreightWaves Domestic Supply Chain Summit.

FreightWaves’ Kevin Hill chats about changes in the ways less-than-truckload carriers do business since the onset of the pandemic with Old Dominion’s process and innovation leader Barry Craver.

Autonomy will ripple strongly through multiple modes, Lee Klaskow said during FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit.

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.

Analysts, industry insiders and some of Central Freight Lines’ executives and drivers liken the LTL carrier’s demise to a “five-year death spiral” after the company lost a major customer, then acquired two failing companies.

A group of 14 senators is asking President Joe Biden to exempt truckers who cross the U.S.-Canada border from an upcoming mandate to avoid putting more strain on the supply chain.

Central Freight Lines says rival LTL carrier Estes Express, based out of Richmond, Virginia, is interested in scooping up some of the Waco, Texas-based 2,100 drivers and employees, after FreightWaves broke the news Saturday that the LTL carrier was ceasing operations.

Freight costs reach a record, according to November data from Cass Information Systems.

“This additional investment accelerates our organization’s strategic growth plan, all while retaining and underscoring our core values, unique Redwood culture and winning team,” said Mark Yeager, CEO, Redwood Logistics.

Rogel Lazaro Aguilera-Mederos was sentenced to 110 years in prison for causing a fiery 28-car pileup that killed four people and wounded six others.

FedEx to join UPS in imposing special-handling delivery surcharges based on a shipment’s length-of-haul.

The exemption covers commercial vehicles aiding in the cleanup from Kentucky’s killer tornadoes over the weekend.

“I think the ability for us to pivot and be nimble to what the market is asking from us has become a huge piece to our success,” says Transflo’s CEO.

The effects of port congestion on independent contractors may be underplayed in a recent driver satisfaction survey.

Daimler Trucks North America is recalling Freightliner Custom Chassis products a second time because of faulty valve stems.

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.

Ryder appears to have paid a sum in line with current Whiplash revenue, a provider of final-mile services.

Supply chain disruptions are far from over for trailer manufacturers, meaning November’s order rebound is probably not sustainable.

Some of the larger TMS providers cost four times what EKA charges and without as many features.

Cameron Ramsdell had only been with the company since the spring of 2020 after being brought in from Coyote.

The Mexico-based startup aims to provide working capital to small and midsized trucking companies across Latin America.

“In the longer term beyond the mid-2030s, EVs are the biggest factor, but the 2030s are a long time away,” said Aaron Terrazas, director of economic research at Convoy.

OMB’s 2022 agenda for regulatory agencies includes proposals from FMCSA on ELDs and carrier safety ratings.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Port Houston’s trade in October jumps 51% to nearly $17 billion; automotive production in Mexico drops 20% in November; Mexico OKs another state to export avocados to the U.S.; and Constellation Brands will build an export brewery in Mexico.

California regulators want to use a combination of onboard monitoring devices to measure truck emissions.

Strong selling on Friday follows the disclosure that XPO’s founder, and chair of both companies, sold 3.2 million shares in each.

While decentralized trails seem like a win-win-win, one of the biggest concerns surrounding this model is the safety and integrity of the drug when it is shipped to the patient’s home. This direct-to-patient model relies on a robust logistics strategy to support product viability and security.

All cell and gene therapies are composed of living cells with limited life spans, making it crucial that they are transported on time and in pristine condition.

Nuvocargo offers an all-in-one services platform, including freight forwarding, customs brokerage, cargo insurance and trade financing.

Daimler Truck now stands on its own, trading in Frankfurt outside the shadow of longtime parent Daimler AG.

Truck Tech is a weekly newsletter focusing on autonomous, connected and electric innovations in the trucking ecosystem for fleets.

Also on the podcast: The market for diesel exhaust fluid.

Less-than-truckload carrier Yellow Corp reports the weakest revenue trends out of the public carriers providing fourth-quarter updates.

The increases, to take effect Dec. 26, will be highest among parcels in the 1- to 5-pound range.

The trucking industry is in need of new talent. But don’t expect sign-on bonuses to attract drivers in it for the long haul.

A Mississippi-based trucking company filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy on Tuesday, more than a year after its operating authority was revoked by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Ford owns 12% of electric vehicle startup Rivian, and while it is a direct competitor to Ford’s own ambitions of electric vehicle dominance, that stake could be the driving force in the automaker’s transformation.

At issue was a test given to job applicants, with the higher rate of female failure viewed as a “disparate impact.”

Self-driving trucking company Embark plans to begin hauling freight for customers between Houston and San Antonio next year.

Forward Air’s initiative to upgrade its freight mix to a heavier class of premium cargo was evident in November results.

The low Christmas tree supply among high demand means shippers and customers are paying more.

Truck broker Landstar System announced Wednesday it will use 2021’s record performance to pay shareholders a $2-per-share special dividend.

Cummins Inc. deals with multiple short-term supply chain glitches, but it could take two years to fix chip shortages, CEO Tom Linebarger says.

Federal investigators have charged a second man in connection with an ongoing probe into an alleged CDL scheme in Pennsylvania

Digital RFPs allow shippers to award bids faster and perform far less manual labor, bolstering their bottom lines and allowing them to repeat the RFP process more often.

We wanted to develop a directory that could change with the day-to-day swings of the EV market as well as convey large amounts of data.

Electric vehicle technology is advancing rapidly, but some wonder whether the batteries can get the job done in harsh environments.

A manager’s comments regarding possible closure of the facility if the Teamsters won is cited by an NLRB administrator as a reason for a new vote.

California, Texas and Florida were the most targeted states for cargo theft, with electronics and home appliances the main focus of thieves.

Suppliers of the vital product report tight supplies but so far appear to have been able to meet their required deliveries.

We are expecting seasonal slowdowns and a lower sense of shipper urgency following the holidays to allow easing rate pressures, however, capacity constraints are expected to remain in place.

Efficiency is the key to keeping costs low and customer satisfaction high. This becomes more and more relevant as consumer expectations shift and strengthen in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

Meritor will commercially produce its electric powertrain with supply agreements for buses and plans for fuel cell applications.

Rob Hatchett, president of Fleet Intel, discusses the importance of having real-time driver pay data at your fingertips.

Ultimately, utilizing digital tools to manage spot transactions drives down both transportation and labor costs.

Growth throughout the supply chain accelerated in November with costs reaching all-time highs, according to the Logistics Managers’ Index.

Less-than-truckload carrier Old Dominion said share-taking efforts led to revenue growth ahead of its peers during November.

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

Service Professionals’ exhaust reaction system can save 10% to 30% on fuel consumption, according to CEO and founder Jack Schickler.

Radiant Logistics announced Monday that it acquired digital logistics services provider Navegate for $35 million.

“Our technology is picking loads for drivers based on what is best for the driver and what will generate the most revenue on the truck, which in turn, generates the highest potential salary for our drivers” said AI Fleet co-founder and CEO Marc El Khoury.

BMO’s quarterly figures on the health of its transportation portfolio are considered a strong indicator of underlying financials.

Knight-Swift adds to its less-than-truckload offering with the acquisition of Midwest Motor Express. Investors continue to see the value in owning LTL assets.

FedEx and UPS suspended guaranteed delivery refunds when the pandemic hit. As shippers chafe under erratic service levels, they face the possibility that some programs may never return.

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Trucks carried 71% of all U.S.-Mexico cargo moved in September; a Japanese parts supplier is opening a plant in Aguascalientes; and a Texas truck driver was killed in a chain reaction wreck.

With order backlogs exceeding 14 months, manufacturers are accepting few new orders, frustrating fleet demand.

This week: Gopuff donates to eight Covenant House locations, new Trucking Cares president announces new campaign and Bendix Huntington builds an all-inclusive playground for the disabled.

Truck safety groups and the Teamsters claimed in federal appeals court that the FMCSA weakened its regulations in 2020 regarding truck driver work hours.

Difficulties finding trailers is starting to rival the effects of the driver shortage at the nation’s largest fleets.

Montreal-based Fuel Transport offers a $7,800 COVID-19 vaccination bonus for truckers as the cross-border mandate looms.

Venture capital fund EQT Ventures is a backer of electric and autonomous vehicle maker Einride, but it is also a supporter of sustainable business models.

Truck Tech is a weekly newsletter offering perspective and context on electrification and autonomous technologies for fleets and the trucking ecosystem.

During a Stephens conference presentation before investors, CEO Fuller also discussed the unique driver retention tool at Variant called the “squad.”

Also on the podcast: OPEC+ surprises with more oil in January.

If the rise in truck transportation costs between September and October continued for 12 months, it would translate to an increase of more than 40%.

A union and a trucking company serving the Port of Vancouver reached a tentative agreement to give container drivers benefits and increased pay, averting a strike.

Overwhelmingly small business-based trucking takes a pandemic hit but still dominates freight movement in 2020.

Jose Minarro of Sunset Transportation chats with Reliance Partners’ Mark Vickers on why Mexican cargo insurance is a must-have for shippers.

In an unusual move, the Washington trade group is turning to somebody from outside the Capitol lobbying ecosystem.

A business owner and one of his employees are accused of stealing almost $1 million worth of tractor-trailers and wooden pallets for their pallet supplier company in central Florida.

The top executive’s departure comes as the carrier struggles to efficiently process an avalanche of holiday traffic.

Intraquarter updates from less-than-truckload carriers show record third-quarter operating conditions have continued through the first two months of the fourth quarter.

The company plans to recruit would-be entrepreneurs to provide trucking services in five countries, according to The Information.

In an industry reeling from early retirements and halted driving school programs, an effective strategy for recruiting and retaining drivers is more important than ever.

Ashley Furniture has acquired Wilson Logistics, which provides asset-based third-party logistics services with a fleet of more than 1,200 trucks.

An Office of Inspector General report said a shortage of commercial truck drivers may compromise the Postal Service’s surface transport capability.

A Louisiana trucker was recently sentenced to nearly six years in prison for drug trafficking. Rusty Ross Honore received a PPP loan two months after he was arrested by the feds in Dec. 2020.

The former CFO of Roadrunner Transportation Systems was sentenced to two years in prison for his role in a complex securities and accounting fraud scheme on Tuesday.