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(11 articles)Fuel Efficiency Gap Costs Owner-Ops $20K/Year—Here's Why
Fuel economy variation among trucking operators running identical routes can exceed $20,000 annually per vehicle, representing a critical yet controllable cost lever for freight operators. Research fr
Rail Ramp Congestion Threatens Intermodal Economics
Elevated trucking rates and rejection of carrier tenders are driving shippers toward intermodal solutions in North America, yet this shift creates a new operational hazard: congestion at rail ramps an
Truck Insurance Premiums Surge 8.3% Annually as Providers Lose Money
The American Transportation Research Institute released a comprehensive analysis revealing that commercial auto insurance premiums have increased at an average rate of 8.3% annually between 2017 and 2
UK Scraps Fuel Duty Rise, Delivering Cost Relief to Trucking Sector
The UK government has reversed course on a planned fuel duty increase, a decision that provides immediate financial relief to the trucking industry and broader logistics sector. This policy reversal r
Supreme Court Broker Liability Ruling Set to Raise Trucking Costs
The US Supreme Court's unanimous decision to hold freight brokers liable for negligently recruiting truckers with poor safety records represents a watershed moment for the trucking industry. This ruli
Stronger Freight Network Drives Lower Shipping Prices
This article highlights how strengthening and optimizing freight networks—through improved connectivity, better routing algorithms, and enhanced carrier collaboration—can deliver measurable cost reduc
Trucking & Freight Delivery Costs: Market Trends & Carrier Rates
This article addresses the critical topic of trucking and freight delivery costs, a foundational concern for supply chain professionals managing transportation budgets and carrier relationships. Freig
Intermodal Offers Cost Edge Over Trucking as Fuel Pressures Mount
As fuel prices continue to impact transportation costs across the industry, intermodal freight is emerging as a competitive alternative that can deliver meaningful savings for shippers. Uber Freight's
Trump Tariffs Hit Drugs, Trucks, Furniture—Supply Chain Impact
President Trump has announced sweeping tariffs on pharmaceuticals, trucks, and furniture under the guise of national security concerns. This represents a structural shift in U.S. trade policy that wil
U.S. Truck Tariffs Reshape Domestic Supply Chain Strategy
The imposition of tariffs on truck imports represents a significant policy shift with far-reaching implications for domestic supply chain infrastructure and operations. This development signals a broa
Trump Tariffs Impact on Trucking: What Carriers Need to Know
The latest Trump administration tariff announcements create significant uncertainty for the trucking industry, which serves as the backbone of North American supply chains. These tariffs are likely to