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(90 articles)Logistics M&A Surge in September 2026: Tech and Infrastructure Lead
September 2026 saw unprecedented consolidation activity across the logistics sector, with 64 transactions spanning nine subsectors and six continents. The month underscored a strategic pivot toward te
2026 Elections Threaten Trucking Contractor Rules from Both Parties
The trucking industry faces unprecedented political uncertainty as both Republican and Democratic parties shift toward stricter workforce classification rules, eliminating the traditional partisan div
AI Platform Captures Dispatcher Knowledge Before Retirements Hit
Evolutionary Operating System (Evos) has launched an autonomous AI platform targeting a structural technology gap in small and mid-sized logistics operations. For decades, enterprise carriers have rec
Volvo Silver Service Contract Bundles Powertrain Repairs Into One Payment
Volvo Trucks North America introduced the Silver Service Contract, a new offering that bundles powertrain repair coverage with preventive maintenance into a single monthly payment. Available for the V
Truck-as-a-Service Model Reshapes Fleet Finance Strategy
The trucking industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in how fleets acquire and finance vehicles. Instead of purchasing trucks outright and managing separate financing, maintenance, insurance, and
AI-Powered TMS Now Accessible to Small Trucking Fleets
The trucking industry is experiencing a structural shift in software accessibility, with AI-native transportation management systems (TMS) now affordable for small and mid-sized fleets that were histo
Recharged Adopts Super Dispatch to Scale EV Logistics Operations
Recharged, a rapidly growing certified electric vehicle retailer and marketplace, has selected Super Dispatch as its transportation management backbone to coordinate vehicle movement across its East C
Samsara AI Agent Platform Reaches All Customers with 7x Growth
Samsara has made its Agent Studio platform generally available to all customers, with adoption accelerating significantly since its June launch. The company reports AI agent interactions now accumulat
Netradyne AI Agents Cut Fleet Management Time, Enable Custom Coaching
Netradyne has expanded its Netradyne Intelligence platform with three new capabilities designed to reduce manual workload for fleet managers: a Campaign Agent that automates driver coaching competitio
Trucking Industry Shifts in 2026: Driver Crisis, Rising Costs, Cargo Theft Surge
The 2026 trucking sector is experiencing a critical inflection point, marked by the end of a four-year freight recession, capacity contraction, and emerging operational challenges. Driver-related issu
Virtual Compliance Platform Targets Small Fleet Regulatory Burden
Dotra Compliance, built by Visionary Ventures, has launched a software platform designed to serve as a virtual compliance department for trucking carriers. The platform targets a critical operational
Trimac Opens ISO Tank Depot in Houston Chemical Corridor
Trimac, a leading North American transportation and logistics provider, has opened a new ISO tank depot facility in Houston's chemical corridor. This infrastructure investment strengthens the company'
Supply Chain Execution Platforms Drive Focus in Corporate Earnings
Supply chain execution capabilities have become a notable focus point in recent corporate earnings discussions, reflecting heightened attention to operational efficiency and logistics performance acro
Intelligent Audit Marks 30 Years Powering Transportation Decisions
Intelligent Audit is marking a significant 30-year milestone in its mission to convert raw transportation data into actionable intelligence for enterprise decision-making. The company specializes in t
ISEE and Holman Partner to Scale Autonomous Yard Trucks
ISEE, a Cambridge-based autonomous yard truck developer, has announced a strategic partnership with Holman, which serves as both investor and operational partner. Under this arrangement, Holman will l
Geotab Fleet Card Tackles Fuel Fraud as Diesel Prices Surge
Geotab has launched a fleet card integrated with telematics data to help trucking companies control fuel spending and prevent unauthorized purchases during a period of elevated diesel prices. The card
Samsara Launches Free Driver Rewards to Combat Turnover Crisis
Samsara has introduced a national Driver Perks program offering professional truck drivers free access to discounts from over 50 brands, addressing a critical pain point in fleet operations: driver re
Trimble Advances AI Tools While Considering Transportation Biz Sale
Trimble continues its strategic review of its transportation and logistics division amid ongoing interest from multiple third parties, but CEO Rob Painter emphasized the company remains comfortable as
Samsara Connects Fleet Data to ChatGPT and Claude AI
Samsara has launched its Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling fleet operators to connect their operational data directly to popular AI tools including ChatGPT, Claude, and Microsoft Copilot. The ann
AI Uncovers $53K in Hidden Labor Costs for Wisconsin Trucker
A Wisconsin-based third-generation trucking company used Claude AI to audit Samsara fleet telematics data and identify systematic labor cost leakage, recovering $53,000 in annual payroll expenses. Own
16 Trucking Companies File Bankruptcy in 30 Days Amid Rising Costs
The U.S. trucking industry is experiencing a wave of financial distress, with at least 16 carriers filing for bankruptcy protection within a single month. Filings range from small owner-operators to f
Sagepoint Logistics Expands Fleet with 60 RNG Trucks
Sagepoint Logistics has announced a significant fleet expansion, adding 60 renewable natural gas (RNG)-powered trucks to double its operational capacity. This move reflects both the carrier's response
Paper Transport Handles Green Bay Packers Game-Day Freight for 10 Years
Paper Transport Inc., a 750-truck dedicated carrier based in the Green Bay-Chicago corridor, has successfully managed Green Bay Packers away-game freight logistics for a decade. The partnership highli
Yard Automation Adoption Stalls on Change, Not Technology
Autonomous yard truck technology has reached commercial viability, yet widespread deployment remains sluggish, not because of engineering shortcomings, but due to organizational and operational barrie
Top 10% Risk Drivers Cause 47% of Crashes: New AI Safety Report
Samsara has released new research demonstrating that the highest-risk 10% of drivers account for nearly half of all crashes across their fleet database, with 30% of drivers responsible for over three-
ACEA Seeks EV Rule Delay as UK-EU Tariff Row Threatens Trade
The European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA) has formally called for a delay to incoming EV regulatory requirements, citing escalating trade tensions between the UK and European Union tha
FreightWaves Announces 2027 FreightTech100: AI and Automation Lead
FreightWaves has unveiled its 2027 FreightTech100 list, marking the eighth consecutive year of this industry recognition program. The list comprises 100 companies selected for innovation, market impac
MegaTrans 2026 Unites Transport & Logistics Industry in Melbourne
MegaTrans 2026 concluded as a significant gathering point for the Australian and regional logistics industry, bringing together transport professionals, operators, and supply chain decision-makers in
Transportation Tech Investment Surges 50% Over Decade
Descartes Systems Group's tenth annual research study highlights a transformative decade for transportation technology adoption, with cumulative investment increasing nearly 50% over the past ten year
Build Road Freight Resilience Before Trucks Roll
Metro Global's analysis emphasizes that road freight resilience is not a reactive measure taken during crises, but a strategic outcome of advance preparation and intelligent system design. The article
Amazon suspends 21 Air, removes 7 freighters amid Q4 peak
Amazon has initiated a significant restructuring of its air cargo network following the suspension of carrier 21 Air, removing seven Boeing 767 freighters from operations at a critical juncture, just
Samsara Launches Driver Perks Program to Boost Retention
Samsara, a leading fleet technology provider, has launched Driver Perks, a free benefits program offering professional drivers access to discounts from over 50 brands across fitness, wellness, food an
Hidden Cost Savings in Older Vessels Transform Shipping Economics
The shipping industry faces a significant opportunity cost as operators overlook the economic potential of aging vessel fleets. Recent analysis suggests that older cargo ships, often viewed as liabili
North American Automotive Logistics Undergoes Major Network Shifts
The North American automotive logistics sector is experiencing structural changes in how vehicles and components are transported and distributed across the region. These shifts reflect evolving custom
Aurizon Launches National Vehicle Logistics Services
Aurizon, a leading Australian transport and logistics operator, has announced the launch of a new national vehicle logistics service and secured foundational customer commitments. This strategic expan
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,
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 ma
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**.
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
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