Month: July 2024

During the pandemic, there was a widespread narrative about a severe shortage of truck drivers to move goods. However, the trucking industry actually faces a retention problem, struggling to keep workers in a grueling job with low pay. The narrative of a truck driver shortage has led to significant downsides, now evident as demand for […]

Dive Brief: Dive Insight: A self-driving truck has already completed a 21-mile delivery from an Atlas depot to a wellsite without a driver, according to the company and Kodiak. Despite challenges like dust storms and heat on private, leased roads with average speeds under 20 mph, the autonomous trucks are navigating the harsh conditions effectively. […]

Dive Brief: PLAYBOOK FOR TRIMBLE Leveraging Technology to Keep Drivers, Fleets and Data Safe Download now Dive Insight: TA had ambitious EV charging plans months before the company was acquired by BP last summer. In January 2023, the travel center chain revealed plans to open about 1,000 charging stations across 200 of its TA and Petro Stopping […]

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in the American economy, transporting vast quantities of raw materials, work-in-progress items, and finished goods across the country, typically moving products from manufacturing plants to retail distribution centers. In the construction industry, trucks such as dump trucks and portable concrete mixers are essential for transporting large amounts of […]

AUSTIN, Texas — The fluctuating U.S. economy has emerged as the top concern for the trucking industry, reaching its highest ranking since the Great Recession of 2008. This was revealed in the American Transportation Research Institute’s (ATRI) annual survey, which highlights the foremost worries of carriers and commercial drivers. Economic uncertainties have surpassed fuel prices […]

From truck stop cafes to corporate executive suites, speculation about rising issues has always been rife in the transport sector. While this is true for many industries, the transport sector tends to have an especially active rumor mill. However, as we approach 2024, predictions about industry challenges are increasingly grounded in concrete data analysis and […]

Borderlands is a weekly summary of developments in U.S.-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Werner celebrates 25 years of operations in Mexico; Diehl Aviation invests $49 million in a new factory in Mexico; TCA welcomes Olympic Transport as its first Mexican carrier member; and South Texas sees a new cold storage warehouse near the […]

Becoming a truck driver is an exciting endeavor, but it’s essential to be aware of the common mistakes that new drivers often make. These mistakes can impact their safety, efficiency, and overall success on the road. In this blog post, we will explore five common missteps made by new truck drivers and provide practical tips […]

Supply chain logistics company Stord purchased the fulfillment services operation of Pitney Bowes’ e-commerce division on Friday, according to a report by The Information independently confirmed by FreightWaves. Terms of the acquisition weren’t immediately available, according to the report.  The news comes after Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI) announced Greg Zegras retired as president of the company’s Global Ecommerce […]

The trucking industry is currently grappling with a significant driver shortage, with repercussions felt nationwide. Estimates indicate a deficit of around 50,000 to 60,000 qualified drivers, highlighting the urgent need for companies to attract new talent. However, tight regulations and long hours make this a challenging task. This article delves into the causes of the […]

Layoffs continue across the commercial transportation and freight industry, as new worker reduction notices have been issued in Florida, Texas, Illinois, and Wisconsin. This marks the second round of layoffs since the beginning of July. Earlier this month, Averitt Express, Bath & Body Works Logistics Services, ShipBob, and Henry Avocado Corp. announced a total of […]

Covenant Logistics Group foresees improvement in the overall freight market but does not expect a recovery in 2024, according to Chairman and CEO David Parker. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-based company (NASDAQ: CVLG) reported its second-quarter earnings after the market closed on Wednesday, with company officials discussing the results during a conference call with analysts on Thursday. […]

The NTSB Voices Concerns Over Proposed Marijuana Downgrade Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently raised alarms with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regarding a proposed rule to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. The NTSB’s […]

26 States Sue to Block New NHTSA Fuel Economy Rule In a bold move, 26 states, led by Kentucky and West Virginia, have filed a lawsuit to block a new fuel economy rule by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The states claim the rule is part of President Joe Biden’s agenda to push […]

In Washington, truck drivers have urged leaders in the House and Senate to avoid drafting legislation based on what they describe as a deeply flawed report. The report, which recommends implementing new safety equipment on trucks, has sparked controversy due to concerns over the reliability of the data used to form its recommendations. In a […]

Drivewyze, a leading provider of connected truck services and the largest operator of public-private weigh station bypass networks, has introduced a new initiative in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation. Known as Drivewyze Smart Roadways, this service aims to enhance highway safety by utilizing Drivewyze’s connected truck network and real-time traffic data from Inrix. […]

Amidst the devastating wildfires that ravaged over a million acres in Texas’ rural Panhandle, the Texas Trucking Association (TXTA) has been at the forefront of relief efforts. John Esparza, TXTA’s president and CEO, highlighted the challenges posed to transportation routes due to safety concerns and reduced visibility lasting several weeks. Governor Greg Abbott’s disaster declaration, […]

In June, a monthly supply chain survey reported a neutral reading for transportation capacity, marking the first time in over two years that the index did not expand. Meanwhile, sentiment regarding transportation pricing indicated growth for the second consecutive month. The Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) showed a capacity reading of 50 in June, unchanged from […]

Many technology vendors catering to the freight transportation sector are investing heavily in AI to shape their future product development and unlock greater levels of safety and productivity for motor carriers and third-party logistics providers. Currently, the industry is in its early stages of adopting the latest AI advancements. The potential applications are diverse, spanning […]