Month: August 2024

The federal government and various industry stakeholders are pushing for vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology to become more prevalent on national highways, intersections, and vehicles to enhance safety. V2X technology, a form of digital communication, has the potential to prevent accidents, optimize traffic system performance, improve transportation efficiency, and increase awareness of road conditions such as weather […]

Amazon’s third-party sellers now have the option to select their preferred trucking carrier for less-than-truckload (LTL) and full truckload shipments to the company’s U.S. fulfillment centers, according to an announcement on August 9. Sellers can choose from a list of carriers partnered with Amazon using the “Send to Amazon shipment creation workflow.” This feature enables […]

Universal Logistics Holdings has ceased operations of its brokerage division, Universal Capacity Solutions, as noted in a recent securities filing. The shutdown will result in the termination of approximately 112 employees, with an additional 13 employees remaining until September 13. This decision, which involves an estimated $8 million to $10 million in pre-tax charges and […]

In an era where technology is advancing at lightning speed, digital marketing is undergoing a profound transformation. As businesses strive to stay ahead of the curve, it’s crucial to understand and leverage the latest trends shaping the industry. Among these, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and personalization are two of the most impactful. Let’s dive into how […]

INDIANAPOLIS — The National Truck Driving Championships, often called the “Super Bowl of Safety,” are renowned for their vehicle challenges. On the second day of the competition, participants arrived early at the Indiana Convention Center to navigate a complex course designed to test their skills. Rubber duckies were placed strategically on the course, and drivers […]

Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: $44 million expansion begins at Pharr international bridge; China-based tire maker to build $500 million factory in northern Mexico; RK Logistics acquires warehouse in Arizona to support clients; and new distribution and logistics center planned for […]

Hiring managers are implementing proactive strategies to attract top talent and differentiate themselves from competitors, according to a new report. Job seekers engage with recruiters during an April 11, 2023, job fair in Chicago, Illinois. To reach talent, hiring managers are offering hybrid positions, flexible work hours, and higher starting salaries. Hiring is expected to […]

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers are now able to inspect more inbound trucks from Mexico at a Texas border crossing following the completion of an $8 million project funded by the City of Pharr. The city recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with officials from CBP and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to […]

Summary: Top 10 Bridge Planning GrantsDetails on funding, recipients, and project purposes: Amount Recipient Purpose $2.3 million Minnesota Developing strategic asset management plans for seven high-priority bridges on the Trunk Highway System. $2 million Texas Determining preferred alternatives for bridge design and rehabilitation of nine bridges over the Buffalo Bayou in Houston. $2 million Alaska […]

Summary: Analysis: Despite challenges following the January merger with Omni Logistics, CEO Shawn Stewart expressed optimism in the company’s earnings release, noting that Forward Air is “beginning to see the power of the combination.” However, he acknowledged that integrations of this scale are complex and do not follow a linear path. The company incurred around […]

An autonomous route from South Carolina to Texas, which transports Bridgestone tires, now moves drop freight from Atlanta, Georgia, to Dallas to reduce empty miles. Listen to the article3 min Dive Brief: Dive Insight: J.B. Hunt is one of the many carriers leveraging technology to find operational efficiencies amid a persistently weak freight environment.  The combined use of […]

WASHINGTON – Last week, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joined Axios reporter Nathan Bomey for a conversation on the future of electric mobility in the country. During the interview the Secretary highlighted the Biden-Harris Administration’s investments to grow the Made-in-America national EV charging network and help ensure more reliable publicly accessible chargers. There are nearly 200,000 […]

STATE OF FREIGHT STATE OF FREIGHT How Walmart, Target, and the White House Monitor Consumer Demand and Inflation in Real Time PUBLISHED WED, MAR 20 2024 6:00 AM EDT UPDATED WED, MAR 20 2024 11:26 AM EDT Lori Ann LaRocco @LORIANNLAROCCO WATCH LIVE KEY POINTS WATCH NOW VIDEO 17:49Department of Transportation’s Andrew Petrisin on the […]

Making your living as an over-the-road (OTR) truck driver can be a great way to see the country. Imagine enjoying the scenery alongside the freeways across the great expanse that is this beautiful nation. Of course, as with any job, this too has its risks. Keeping a healthy lifestyle over the road can be challenging. Though you […]

HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) – Around the country, truck drivers are facing some major struggles. WHSV has previously reported on a driver shortage around the country but truck drivers say that’s not the full story and that problem is actually a freight recession brought on by an overabundance of trucks. “I’ve been in trucking for decades and I’ve […]

Aurora Innovation raised $483 million in a public stock offering this week as the Pittsburgh-based autonomous trucking company looks to fund operations beyond its commercial launch later this year. The raise, which closed Aug. 2, was originally advertised as a $350 million offering but increased due to investor demand. Aurora will use the funding for […]