#trucking-capacity
(32 articles)Rail Intermodal Surges 10% as Trucking Costs Force Modal Shift
The U.S. rail freight market is experiencing a structural shift as shippers increasingly redirect freight from highways to railways in response to escalating trucking costs, tender rejections, and reg
Spot Rates Hit Record High as Trucking Capacity Tightens
The trucking market has entered a structural shift characterized by record-high spot rates and genuinely constrained capacity, fundamentally altering the economics and operations of carrier networks a
FMCSA Grants 34-State HOS Waiver for Fertilizer Transport
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has granted a temporary waiver of Hours of Service (HOS) regulations in 34 states to address fertilizer supply chain constraints during peak spring plan
June 2026 Freight Market: Capacity Squeeze Drives Spot Rate Volatility
Ryder's June 2026 State of the Industry Report reveals a freight market under structural stress, with capacity constraints and inflation pressuring both rates and shipper strategies. The report docume
Sherwin-Williams Boosts Peak Season Capacity Through Carrier Partnership
Sherwin-Williams has announced a partnership strategy designed to expand outbound transportation capacity during peak demand periods. This initiative reflects a broader industry trend of manufacturers
20+ Trucking Firms File Bankruptcy Amid Freight Recession
The U.S. trucking industry entered May 2026 facing a critical inflection point as more than 20 carriers sought bankruptcy protection, marking an escalation of financial distress that has plagued small
JB Hunt Reports Intermodal Share Gains and Pricing Strength
J.B. Hunt Transport Services presented optimistic results at the Wolfe Research conference, emphasizing gains in intermodal market share and emerging pricing upside across its operations. The company'
Motor Carriers Turn Corner After 3 Years of Weak Earnings
The trucking and motor carrier industry is experiencing a significant inflection point after enduring three consecutive years of depressed earnings and oversupply. Industry participants are now report
Grupo Traxion Expands US Logistics Footprint in Investor Update
Grupo Traxion, a major Mexican logistics operator, has released an investor update emphasizing its operational scale and deepening US market exposure. This announcement reflects broader consolidation
3PL Insurance Premiums Face Dramatic Increase Post-Montgomery
The Supreme Court's Montgomery vs. Caribe Transport II decision has fundamentally shifted liability exposure for freight brokers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs), triggering significant unce
Enforcement & Supreme Court Ruling Tighten US Freight Capacity
The US trucking market is experiencing renewed capacity tightening driven by three converging forces: heightened regulatory enforcement during Roadcheck Week, a Supreme Court ruling increasing broker
J.B. Hunt: Freight Rates Rise on Capacity Tightness, Not Demand
J.B. Hunt's commentary on the current freight market reveals an important distinction: rising freight rates are being driven by **capacity constraints**, not increased shipper demand. This supply-side
Trucking Crunch Accelerates Shipper Shift to Intermodal Solutions
A sustained capacity crunch in the trucking industry is compelling shippers to reassess transportation modes and increasingly adopt intermodal solutions that combine truck, rail, and other transit met
Rising US Trucking Rates Threaten Lean Inventory Strategies
The US trucking market is experiencing significant tightening, with rising haulage rates and elevated tender rejection rates challenging the lean inventory model that has dominated supply chain strate
US Truck Market Supply Shifts Signal Structural Change, Not Temporary Relief
Recent analysis indicates that changes affecting the US trucking supply landscape should be viewed as structural rather than cyclical, signaling a fundamental shift in how carrier capacity will be all
Nova Winter Freight Season Concludes: Market Implications
Nova has completed its winter freight season, marking the end of a critical peak-demand period for transportation and logistics operations. The winter season typically represents sustained elevated fr
Eagle Pass emerges as key U.S.-Mexico trade hub amid nearshoring surge
The 2026 Port of Eagle Pass Trade Summit revealed that nearshoring remains a dominant force reshaping cross-border logistics infrastructure and trucking operations along the U.S.-Mexico border. Eagle
Freight Costs Jump 21.8% Annually as Diesel Tops $5/Gallon
The U.S. trucking market entered 2026 experiencing a structural supply-side shift that fundamentally altered the carrier-shipper dynamic. Q1 data reveals shipper spending surged 21.8% year-over-year w
Stricter truck visas and Chicago flight cuts squeeze cargo supply
Radiant Logistics reports that tighter visa requirements for cross-border trucking operations and reduced air freight capacity at Chicago hub are creating significant supply chain pressures. These reg
Shippers Prioritize Asset-Based Carriers for Peak Season Reliability
Shippers are demonstrating a clear preference for **asset-based carriers** over capacity-dependent alternatives, prioritizing reliability and predictability in their transportation networks. According
Trucking Industry Faces Weaker 2025 Holiday Season Demand
The trucking industry is bracing for a notably quieter 2025 holiday shipping season compared to historical peaks, signaling a structural softness in freight demand rather than a temporary dip. This ou
Uber Freight Expands Better Trucks Partnership for E-Commerce Surge
Uber Freight has expanded its partnership with Better Trucks, signaling a strategic investment in trucking capacity to address persistent e-commerce demand volatility. This expansion represents a nota
Freight Demand Drops 33% Since April—What's Ahead for Logistics
Freight demand has experienced a sharp contraction, declining by more than one-third since April, signaling a significant shift in the logistics and transportation market. This decline reflects broade
Trucking Capacity Tightens as Rate Momentum Builds in 2026
Covenant Logistics Group's Q1 earnings revealed a turning point in the freight market: after 40 months of driver oversupply, the company is now observing genuine capacity constraints, particularly amo
Echo Global Expands US-Mexico Cross-Border Logistics Capacity
Echo Global Logistics has announced an expansion of its US-Mexico cross-border logistics capabilities, representing a strategic investment in one of North America's most critical trade corridors. This
Winter Storm Could Spike Freight Rates and Trigger Shipping Delays
A significant winter weather system poses material risk to North American freight operations, with potential for widespread transportation delays and freight rate escalation. The article highlights ho
Werner Expands Intermodal Assets in Mexico for Cross-Border Shippers
Werner, a major North American transportation provider, has announced an expansion of its intermodal assets in Mexico, signaling increased investment in cross-border logistics infrastructure. This mov
Freight Platform Hits Weekly Loads Record—What It Means
A leading freight platform has achieved a new record for weekly loads processed, reflecting strong demand in the logistics and trucking sector. This milestone indicates robust market activity and sugg
Knight-Swift Eyes Double-Digit Rate Hikes as Capacity Tightens
Knight-Swift Transportation is signaling a structural shift in trucking market dynamics. After capturing mid-single-digit contractual rate increases early in the year, the carrier is now positioned to
Freight Market Recovery Enters Full Swing, LMI Reports
According to LMI (Logistics Market Intelligence), the freight market is experiencing a robust recovery phase, indicating strengthening demand across multiple transportation modes. This marks a signifi
Major Trucking Carriers Expand Terminal Networks to Boost Capacity
Major trucking carriers are making significant capital investments to expand their terminal networks, reflecting growing confidence in freight demand and capacity requirements. This expansion strategy
Major carriers expand hubs as trucking capacity bets intensify
Prime Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line are aggressively expanding their terminal networks, signaling a strategic shift toward density and operational efficiency rather than fleet-only growth. Prime'