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(75 articles)Trailer Flexibility Disappearing as Market Tightens
The trailer leasing market is experiencing a structural shift that removes the operational flexibility fleets have relied on for years. According to industry executives, overlapping demand pressures—i
RXO and epg Partner to Optimize Freight Routing and Efficiency
RXO, a leading less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, has announced a strategic partnership with epg (Efficiency Programmed Group), a provider of freight optimization and routing technology. This collabor
Class 8 Truck Orders Hit 111% YoY Growth as 2027 EPA Transition Looms
North American Class 8 truck orders remained exceptionally strong in August 2026, with preliminary net orders of 18,200 units—up 42% year-over-year despite a 19% sequential decline from July. This mar
Why AI Route Planning Fails: The 55% Accuracy Problem
Large language models demonstrate fundamental limitations in spatial reasoning that directly undermine their deployment in logistics operations. General-purpose AI correctly answers only 55% of basic
Last-Mile Costs Surge 12% for Second Consecutive Year
Last-mile delivery costs continue their steep climb, with median expenses rising 12% in 2026—matching the prior year's increase and signaling a structural shift rather than a cyclical anomaly. FarEye'
Transportation 2026: Keith Hall on Future Logistics
This article features insights from Keith Hall on the transportation sector's trajectory through 2026. While the full details are limited by the link format, the piece appears to explore how transport
Fifth Circuit Ruling Expands Carrier Liability—Industry Fights Back
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a decision that fundamentally challenges how liability flows through freight networks, threatening to hold primary carriers like Penske Logistics responsi
Best Managed Transportation Providers for Mid-Market Manufacturers
This article surveys leading managed transportation service providers (MTSPs) specifically tailored for mid-market manufacturers, a segment often underserved by enterprise-level carriers and overlooke
Diesel Refining Crisis Keeps Prices Above $5 Through Q4
The persistent elevation of diesel prices above $5 per gallon stems not from crude oil scarcity—which remains relatively stable in the $80 range—but from a fundamental **refining capacity crisis**. Ac
Advance Auto Parts Saves Millions Through Strategic Carrier Rebidding
Advance Auto Parts has launched a competitive rebidding process for its carrier contracts, positioning the company to achieve significant cost reductions in its transportation spend—potentially tens o
Truck Parking as a Driver Perk: The Retention Game Changer
Truck Parking Club has identified a surprising yet significant driver retention lever: reserved parking near driver homes. What began as a simple $150-per-month solution for one owner-operator struggl
Top 10 Sustainable Fleets Leading Supply Chain Decarbonization
Supply Chain Digital's analysis of the top 10 sustainable fleets highlights the accelerating shift toward decarbonization across the logistics industry. This curated review showcases carriers, fleet o
Used Truck Supply Hits 15-Year Low, Driving Fleet Procurement Costs Higher
The used truck market is experiencing structural tightness unseen since the pandemic, with sleeper inventory now below COVID-era lows and pricing strengthening materially across both sleeper and day c
TMS Innovations Reshape Transportation Strategy
Advanced Transportation Management Systems (TMS) are evolving beyond basic load planning into comprehensive platforms that integrate artificial intelligence, real-time visibility, and predictive analy
Google Maps Launches Truck-Aware Routing to Prevent Bridge Strikes
Google has launched **Large Vehicle Routing (LVR)**, a truck-specific routing capability now available through its developer APIs and Navigation SDK in the United States. This technology addresses one
Sallaum Expands European Vehicle Logistics Operations
Sallaum, a logistics provider, has established a dedicated European vehicle logistics division to enhance its automotive transportation footprint across the continent. This strategic move represents a
Culver's Taps Armada to Optimize Supply Chain for Growth
Culver's, the regional burger and custard chain, has engaged logistics provider Armada to overhaul its supply chain operations as part of a broader growth initiative. The partnership focuses on poolin
Insurance Coverage Gap Exposes Fleet Liability Risk in Texas Crash
Progressive Express Insurance has filed a federal lawsuit seeking declaratory relief that it owes no coverage for a September 2023 highway crash involving MMT Carriers. The insurer argues the 2005 Vol
AI Dispatch Systems Transform Freight Operations Globally
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping how freight dispatching operates across global supply chains. AI dispatch systems represent a structural shift in transportation management, moving b
Trucking Litigation Risk Surges: Fleet Safety Directors Face Multimillion-Dollar Exposure
The trucking industry faces accelerating litigation pressure as nuclear verdicts—awards exceeding $1 million—grow at 5.7% annually, with nearly 300 verdicts above $1 million reported in 2019–2024 comp
Truck Drivers Die at 61: Industry Addresses Critical Health Crisis
The trucking industry faces a structural labor crisis: drivers die an average of 20+ years earlier than the general U.S. population. Project 61, a nonprofit founded by former logistics entrepreneur Je
Fleet Rocket TMS Adds Highway Integration for Carrier Compliance
Freight Technologies has announced an expansion of its Fleet Rocket Transportation Management System (TMS) through integration with Highway, a platform designed to streamline carrier onboarding and co
Lynden Logistics Earns 20th Quest for Quality Award
Lynden Logistics has received its 20th Quest for Quality Award, a significant milestone underscoring the company's sustained commitment to operational excellence and service standards in the freight l
Boluda Shipping Refreshes Brand Identity on Railway Fleet
Boluda Shipping, a major European shipping and logistics operator, has rolled out an updated corporate design across its railway locomotive fleet. This rebranding initiative represents a strategic eff
Smart Fleet Management Transforms Transport Operations
Transit Fleet has introduced a technology-driven platform designed to enhance transport management and logistics operations. This development represents a broader industry shift toward digitalization
Fleet Rocket TMS Adds Native CFDI Invoicing for Mexico Operations
Freight Technologies has released a significant software update to its Fleet Rocket transportation management system, incorporating native CFDI invoicing capabilities with Timbrado functionality. This
Motive Fleet Management: What's Driving Market Momentum
Motive continues to establish itself as a significant player in the fleet management technology space, building momentum through product innovation and market expansion. The company's trajectory refle
Electrifying Freight: The Future of Sustainable Logistics
The global logistics industry faces mounting pressure to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. Electrification of freight fleets represents a structural shift in how compan
AI Agents Transform Fleet Performance Management in Logistics
The adoption of AI agents in fleet performance management represents a significant technological shift in logistics operations. These intelligent systems enable real-time monitoring, predictive mainte
Enforcement Sweeps Ground 32 Drivers, 45 Trucks Across 8 US States
Multi-state commercial vehicle enforcement operations have intensified significantly, with coordinated sweeps across Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts, Missouri, Rhode Island, Texas, and Wyoming placin
Trailer Optimization Platform Tackles 30-40% Idle Asset Problem
Repower, a Chattanooga-based startup led by 44-year industry veteran Chris Hines, has launched its Trailer Optimization Platform (TOP) to address a pervasive inefficiency in trucking: trailers sitting
Fleet Rocket TMS Adds 19 GPS Integrations Via Fr8Radar
Freight Technologies has announced a significant expansion of its Fleet Rocket Transportation Management System (TMS) by integrating 19 additional GPS tracking providers through a partnership with Fr8
Fleet Rocket Reaches 92 GPS Providers for Enhanced Tracking
Freight Technologies has announced a significant expansion of its Fleet Rocket platform, now integrating with 92 GPS providers. This milestone reflects growing demand for comprehensive fleet visibilit
Landstar Names New Leaders Ahead of 2027 CEO Retirement
Landstar System, a major independent transportation services provider, has announced three leadership position changes as part of structured succession planning ahead of an anticipated 2027 retirement
Ryder Powers Q2 Earnings with Used Vehicle Sales Surge
Ryder System Inc. delivered a solid Q2 2026 performance driven substantially by improved used vehicle sales pricing, with tractors averaging 3% higher prices and trucks reaching 6% year-over-year gain
Two Transport Firms Adopt Gravitate TMS for Fleet Optimization
Robertson-Williams Transport and Energy Transport Solutions have selected Gravitate TMS as their transportation management platform, signaling continued adoption of cloud-based logistics software in t
Fleet Visibility Crisis: Why 80% Skip AI Tools for Maintenance
A FreightWaves and Kooner Fleet Management Solutions survey exposes a critical operational blind spot: most fleets lack the data visibility needed to manage maintenance strategically, despite widespre
UPS Tackles Driver Shortage with Larger Trucks and Career Pathways
UPS has identified driver shortage as a structural challenge requiring multi-faceted solutions beyond traditional recruitment. The company, alongside industry partners represented by the IRU (World Ro
Trucking Operating Costs Surge 3.4% in 2025, Outpacing Inflation
The American Transportation Research Institute's 2025 annual operating cost survey reveals a trucking industry under significant cost pressure, with average operational expenses climbing to $2.336 per
Navistar Wins $16.5M Truck Delivery Delay Lawsuit
A Michigan federal jury has sided with Navistar in a significant procurement dispute, ruling that the truck manufacturer was not liable for damages stemming from delayed deliveries of 1,100 Internatio
NFI's $4B Evolution: Beyond Volatile Truckload to Diversified Logistics
NFI Industries has undergone a fundamental business model transformation, moving away from the economically volatile one-way truckload market toward a diversified portfolio encompassing dedicated flee
Top 10 Transport Analytics Tools for Supply Chain Leaders
Supply Chain Digital's curated roundup of transport analytics tools provides supply chain professionals with actionable guidance on selecting software platforms that enhance visibility, optimize routi
Cold Chain Faces Triple Pressure: Tariffs, Trade Shifts, Tech
The cold chain logistics sector faces mounting pressure from three convergent forces: escalating tariff regimes affecting cross-border perishable shipments, shifting trade patterns requiring network r
Technology Driving Freight Innovation & Operational Efficiency
GreenFleet.net reports on the technological innovations reshaping the freight and logistics sector. The article highlights how advanced technologies are enabling carriers and logistics providers to op
Logistics Leaders J&T Express, Onfleet, Geotab Drive July Gains
This supply chain roundup highlights three major players in logistics and transportation technology during July 2024. J&T Express, a leading Southeast Asian parcel carrier, Onfleet, a last-mile delive
TRUXX Launches Qawafel Platform to Streamline UAE Logistics
TRUXX has launched the Qawafel platform, a technology solution aimed at enhancing logistics efficiency within the UAE market. This platform represents a strategic move to digitalize last-mile operatio
$104M Verdict Exposes Driver Fatigue Risks in Trucking
An El Paso jury has returned a substantial $104 million wrongful death verdict against Mesilla Valley Transportation (MVT), a major U.S. truckload carrier with over 1,600 trucks, after determining tha
Digital Cargo Theft: Fake Carriers and Email Hijacks Target Fleets
The cargo theft landscape has fundamentally shifted from traditional highway robbery to sophisticated digital fraud schemes. Criminals are now impersonating legitimate carriers and hijacking shipper c
Spotter AI Expands Connected Freight Platform for Fleet Operations
Spotter AI is expanding its connected freight platform to address fragmentation across driver recruiting, fleet operations, and compliance management. The North American trucking industry has historic
Descartes Acquires Drivin for $30M to Strengthen Last-Mile
Descartes Systems Group has acquired Drivin, a Santiago-based last-mile logistics technology company, for $30 million in cash with up to $5 million in performance-based earnouts. This acquisition mark