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Trucking industry news affects the rates, on-time delivery metrics and other industry trends that matter to logistics managers. Are you a trucking executive looking for further coverage of the industry? See our sister publication truckingdive.com for additional coverage.
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Trucking groups see ally in Trump’s DOT nominee
Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy could roll back industry regulations and support small business priorities, the OOIDA said.
By Colin Campbell • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Supply chain leaders react to Donald Trump’s win
Some industry groups fear expanded tariffs under a second Trump presidency, while others foresee benefits for manufacturing and trucking.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 7, 2024 -
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TrendlinePeak season management
Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.
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Sponsored by TrimbleThe true cost of not having a safety program
Make sure your drivers are safe not only for themselves but others around them with safety programs.
Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Knight-Swift’s LTL expansion spurs shipper interest
Customers did not view the company as a viable option for national less-than-truckload needs prior to its acquisition of Dependable Highway Express, according to CFO Andrew Hess.
By David Taube • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Trucking rates, demand to stay lackluster for rest of year, analysts say
Pricing is expected to remain relatively flat for LTL and truckload rates in Q4, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By David Taube • Oct. 29, 2024 -
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Saia raises rates to offset $1B in investments
The price hike came after the LTL carrier opened 11 truck terminals in Q3, executives said.
By Colin Campbell • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Trucking contract rates rise ahead of peak season
A key measure made some recent gains as carriers seek to ward off further declines.
By David Taube • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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Hurricane Milton’s supply chain impact: What to know
As of Thursday morning, Port Tampa Bay remains closed, while Port Everglades is resuming some operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 10, 2024 -
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Port strike leaves lingering logistics effects, analysts say
Returning to normal operations may take as long as a month, DHL Global Forwarding said.
By David Taube • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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FedEx Q1 earnings: 3 takeaways
The delivery giant is looking to improve results with higher surcharges and more efficient delivery operations.
By Max Garland • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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FedEx Freight slashes spending 62% ahead of potential spinoff
The logistics giant nearly halved overall truck and trailer expenditures last quarter.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Linehaul rates rise year over year amid challenging August
“However, year-over-year comparisons are little consolation for truckers looking for better pricing now,” DAT Chief of Analytics Ken Adamo said.
By David Taube • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Uber Freight upgrades its TMS
Updates include simplified dock scheduling features and a streamlined load management experience, the company said.
By David Taube • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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ABF Freight to increase LTL pricing 5.9%
The increase may vary across specific lanes and shipments, according to the company.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Amazon equips sellers with more choice on trucking providers
Choosing a preferred carrier for LTL and truckload volume is now an option through Send to Amazon.
By Max Garland • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024
Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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‘No possibility’ trucking can fill gap of Canada rail disruption
The British Columbia Trucking Association’s CEO says a shutdown of Canadian railroad networks will lead to a dearth in trucking activity.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential stoppage
The latest action by CN impacts U.S. originating intermodal railcars destined for Canada, while CPKC will discontinue domestic reefer shipments.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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Canada’s rail networks edge closer to disruption
Soon after regulators said any labor action would be legal as early as Aug. 22, CPKC threatened to lock out some workers.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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Trucking carriers haul more retail freight as industrial demand lags
Less-than-truckload companies Old Dominion Freight Line, Saia and TForce Freight are all eager for a rebound in manufacturing demand.
By Colin Campbell • Aug. 6, 2024 -
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The trucking freight cycle has reached its low point, analysts say
Carriers have weathered nearly two years of negative year-over-year contract rates in a prolonged down cycle.
By David Taube • Aug. 5, 2024 -
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Ocean shippers need contingency plans now, experts say
Diversifying port usage and improving visibility are among the tactics supply chains should deploy.
By Alejandra Carranza • July 29, 2024 -
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DOT Secretary Buttigieg highlights federal aid’s impact on supply chains
“Our supply chains are stronger, are more resilient, than they were three-and-a-half years ago,” he said during a keynote address Wednesday.
By David Taube • July 24, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow a Canada railroad workers’ strike could affect supply chains
Logistics managers have been making contingency plans since at least May, when the threat of disruption escalated.
By Larry Avila • July 24, 2024 -
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XPO launches Mexico+ cross-border shipping service
The carrier's Yellow Corp. terminal acquisitions have allowed it to expand to seven border crossing points for faster delivery times.
By Colin Campbell • July 22, 2024
