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The FMCSA recently delayed rulemaking on truck speed limiters, pre-2000 engine ELD mandates and automatic emergency braking systems to 2025.

Lean Solutions Group spoke with FreightWaves about nearshore and offshore workforce trends to watch.

In this edition: Warehouse study outlines key challenges; Hurricane Beryl makes landfall; and Werner is back on the union front.

Lane Williams, founder and CEO of Fusion Now, joined Leah Shaver, president and CEO at the National Transportation Institute, to talk about driver recruiting trends and highlighted authentic approaches to attract the right drivers.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association urges transportation companies to assess the risks posed by third parties with access to sensitive data and take action to remediate those hazards.

Using too many logistics platforms leads to time-consuming inefficiencies, higher operational costs and increased likelihood of error, says Thomas Kowalski of CtrlChain.

Autonomous trucking pioneer Chris Urmson and relative latecomer Raquel Urtasun do not agree on how to apply AI in autonomous trucking.

Samsara’s chief product officer explains the importance of building strong partnerships with customers to lay the groundwork for future solutions.

In this edition: Fireworks’ biggest day and another fallen trucking company.

Fundraising doesn’t sleep, and there’s no better time to get the holiday spirit than July.

President and founder of Seated Social, Alex Carpenter, explains his philosophy of targeted advertising to passive drivers and how that leads to better retention and a more efficient use of recruitment resources.

Supply chain executives at companies ranging from freight brokerages to factoring companies discussed impacts of the freight cycle, technology and lower margins during Freightwaves’ Future of Supply Chain event in Atlanta. Here’s what you need to know.

Link Logistics has released a new case study detailing its Energy Solutions program, a model in which the firm owns tenants’ utility accounts and and passes savings along to tenants.

At the 14th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism, attendees got to hear firsthand from students who have benefited from the funds raised in past years.

Zach Jecklin, chief information officer at Echo Global Logistics, spoke with FreightWaves about Echo’s pairing of people and technology and how it’s reshaping the industry.

In this edition: Coyote finds another home, and another firm closes its doors.

Insurance rates continue to rise despite a down freight market. What does the future of mitigating insurance rates look like?

Mark Picarello joined Craig Fuller to talk about how CargoWise is creating a landside logistics operating system through developing and expanding its current tech via partnerships, acquisitions, and integrations.

Career Now Brands’ chief data officer, Nathan Widener, emphasizes the importance of data collection in the recruitment process and gives insight into how it can help carriers achieve maximum return on investment from recruiting campaigns.

In this edition: Breaking down the new FMCSA fee increase and a big freight payment partnership.

Samsara preps for its community event Beyond to teach leaders how to leverage data to gain insight on their operations and foster success.

Spencer Ware, co-founder and CEO of Repowr, and Patrick Visintainer, co-founder and COO of Repowr, join Jeremy Reymer to talk about asset underutilization and its impact on the freight industry.

Cargo insurance rates in Mexico are wildly different from the U.S. Mark Vickers breaks down the differences.

As transportation companies invest heavily in new tech and infrastructure, J.B. Hunt sees technology as a way to empower employees and capacity to create long-term value for customers.

Sustainability reporting is quickly shifting from a voluntary initiative to a mandatory undertaking. Strong relationships with transportation and logistics providers are going to be more important than ever.

Door-to-door transportation company Tri-National Inc is expanding its facilities into South Texas to offer more comprehensive cross-border service and meet the demands of nearshoring.

In this edition: The rise of logistics companies looking to go public and the evolution of Denim.

Nick Patrick, CEO of Radar, discusses how 3PLs and carriers can improve fleet management and consolidate vendors of software and devices for route optimization, driver tracking and location spoofing detection.

During the last full calendar year, 2023, HOS violations accounted for over 40% of the driver-related violations found during roadside inspections.

Tag-N-Trac recently unveiled its suite of updated IoT devices that include low-cost, disposable smart labels and tags, as well as its Relativity platform.

Fleetworthy Solutions highlights its technology command center built to handle safety and compliance issues, including navigating the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Among the changes in the transportation industry that Skinner Transfer Corp. has seen in the past century, regulations and safety measures have been among the toughest to navigate.

Top carrier concerns aside from fraud, fuel costs, and rates include insurance costs, equipment costs, government regulations, and parking.

In this edition: The 2024 3PL study findings are out, and Convoy’s legacy lives on.

The U.S. Department of Transportation has provided a detailed framework surrounding driver drug and alcohol violations – including return to work procedures.

The National Motor Freight Traffic Association urges the transportation industry to protect sensitive info by learning how to secure APIs.

Chad Crotty, vice president of sales and business development for DDC FPO, joined Jeremy Reymer on this week’s episode of Taking the Hire Road.

Most vehicle accidents are directly caused by speed and space management issues, including speeding, tailgating and distracted driving.

Based on Flock Freight’s findings, partially empty truckloads added up to the equivalent of one in four trucks moving completely empty last year.

Overdrive recently surveyed owner-operators about their views on who is hauling cheap freight.

In this edition: Hurricane season is anticipated to be one for the books this year, and cross-border heats up in Texas.

FGN Global Logistics offers a “control tower” logistics management concept to bulk liquid shippers of both flexitanks and ISO tanks, which lowers transport costs and simplifies liquid supply chain management.

With the freight market crowded by a variety of technologies and small carriers, developing and maintaining trust with transportation partners is the key to keeping an edge, says Nicole Slavin of CtrlChain.

For smaller carriers and 3PLs such as Nagle Cos. to compete with nationwide corporations, they must operate honestly and maintain close relationships with both competitors and elected officials, says Ed Nagle III.

A recent Flock Freight survey reports 43% of truckload orders were partially empty, highlighting ongoing challenges for trailer space utilization.

In this edition: Cross-border is here to stay and the cleanup for the Port of Baltimore.

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Tech nonprofit Emerge Career reduces recidivism and poverty rates among convicts by providing access to vocational training and job placement support throughout incarceration and after release.

Recent reports from Ryder System and Knight-Swift highlight significant total cost of ownership and poor range for electric trucks.

NEXT Trucking recently announced product and program updates as part of its tech stack improvements following its merger with CDL-1000.

CVSA International Roadcheck is Tuesday through Thursday. Its focus is on tractor protection systems in addition to alcohol and controlled substance possession.

Lorus Byers, CEO of Carrier Intelligence, increases truck driver retention rates by targeting drivers who fit individual company culture, whether or not they are actively seeking a job.

While it is tempting to forgo tech upgrades during a downturn in an attempt to save money, this approach will leave brokers at an even greater disadvantage when the market inevitably turns. 

In this edition: First-quarter earnings hit some harder than others, and Cargado had a successful seed round of funding.

Insurance rates go up after accidents.There are ways to hold the line on those costs.

Cell phone use is just one of many distractions that can divert truck drivers’ attention away from the road, says Chris Hayes of Travelers Risk Control.

The rapid introduction of new competitors and technology in freight is producing a rapid downward trend in brokerage gross margins. To remain competitive, cost visibility and controls are paramount.

TriumphPay’s network expansion provides a source of relief for the many logistics companies that have encountered recent frustrations and hurdles due to their inability to make payments in Mexico’s local currency.

LTL executives highlight shippers moving spillover LTL freight to full truckload amid market weakness and low rates.

Amanda Schuier, strategic maintenance director at Jetco Delivery, highlights the unique challenge of engaging with and retaining truck drivers and diesel technicians.

International Roadcheck has two key areas of concern this year. Knowing how to prepare is crucial.

In this edition: The dream that may or may not come true under the FTC’s new rule, and TFI International wants heavier freight.

Flock Freight offers a Shared Truckload service that provides an accurate, reliable and emission-reducing alternative to traditional truckload and less-than-truckload options.

Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard evaluates billions of data points related to freight location and shipment status in order to flag potential freight fraud.

Building a strong driver training program pays dividends in the long run.

Drivers want to join – and stay – with carriers that make them feel connected from the very beginning.

Competing against large freight brokerages is not easy, but persistence and specialization really do pay off.

Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, highlights regulatory challenges at the FreightWaves Small Fleet & Owner-Operator Summit.

Stefan Trifan, president of APL Cargo, immigrated to the U.S. and built a successful carrier from the ground up, despite prejudice and discrimination.

In this white paper, Einride compares the three most talked-about alternatives to diesel – battery electric, HVO biofuel, and hydrogen fuel cell – based on four essential factors for long-term viability.

Shippers at constant risk of damaged freight, and often only recover a fraction of the value with carrier liability, says Echo Global Logistics SVP Molly Mangan.

In this edition: Large brokerages take sizable hits, and an unlikely partnership could redeem a fast-fashion company.

Universal Transit is on a mission to revolutionize the auto transportation sector.

Being prepared on the road removes the panic when trucking accidents happen.

International Roadcheck is a high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement initiative that takes place in Canada, Mexico and the United States.

The companies that benefit most from employee feedback are those that use it to optimize their systems, rather than focusing only on driver retention or satisfaction scores, says Max Farrell of WorkHound.

J.B. Hunt and Knight-Swift reported higher pressure from customers to cut contracted rates in Q1 bids in an effort to extend savings before the market’s eventual turnaround.

Kay Pfeiffer of TrueLifeCare joined Jeremy Reymer on Taking the Hire Road to discuss the importance of addressing the diabetes epidemic plaguing the trucking industry

Kyle Kottke, general manager for Kottke Trucking, joined Jeremy Reymer on a recent episode of Taking the Hire Road.

Mexico is expected to continue to win business – and grab headlines – as the well-documented and ongoing nearshoring trend continues.

In this edition: 2024 might not end up being the white knight, and the Panama Canal opens up for additional volumes.

Download this free guide from Unisys to learn how to identify key areas for digitization and integrate new solutions into your existing workflows.

Major fleets find that high-quality aftermarket grille guards can protect trucks from some of the most common front-end threats, including road hazards, stationary objects and animal strikes.

Motive, a telematics, technology and fleet management platform, announced new AI-powered products and telematics hardware at the inaugural Vision 24 Motive Innovation Summit.

In an environment where theft is a growing issue, knowing what’s covered is crucial.

In this edition: The aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge destruction, and UPS and the U.S. Postal Service form a partnership.

Over the past several years, the logistics industry has been propelled into the digital age by a powerful combination of consumer expectations, government regulations and technological innovations. Some companies have been eager to adopt these tools, while others remain skeptical about the benefits, effort — and risks — associated with new technologies. Despite the myriad […]

The upcoming in-person Broker-Carrier Summit on April 22-24 in Kansas City, Missouri, seeks to take those relationships to the next level.

Phase 3 greenhouse gas emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles covering model years 2027 through 2032 mandate more zero-emission commercial vehicles.

On a recent episode of Taking the Hire Road, Jeremy Reymer chatted with Candi Coate, certified director of safety and the north region corporate safety leader for Highway Transport.

OGRE’s successful conversion of Brokerage and Transportation Sales to its technology and services platform increases logistics accuracy, speed and customer satisfaction.

Ahead of Q1 earnings reports, analysts are adjusting their earnings expectations for truckload companies as excess capacity continues to weigh down pricing and margins.

A holistic visibility tool goes beyond simply providing data, instead creating a pathway for companies to identify and mitigate risks proactively.

Despite their lack of performance documentation, B-1 drivers bring a unique value proposition to the table.

Technological advancements, regulatory developments, environmental considerations and more require trucking businesses to continually adapt to an ever-evolving operational landscape.

WattEV uses a combination of state incentive funding, volume purchasing plans, and productivity improvement measures to make electric freight transport as affordable as possible.

Cindy Ellers, chief customer officer at Bestpass, joins FreightWaves to talk about challenges fleets and owner-operators face in 2024. She also highlights recent partnerships and acquisitions by Bestpass.

Uber Freight’s drop-and-hook capacity solution, Powerloop, has seen explosive growth, with more than 10,000 carriers servicing more than 220,000 loads to date.

Tyler Kivi, COO of Kivi Bros Trucking, joined Jeremy Reymer on this week’s episode of Taking the Hire Road.