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(15 articles)Mexico Export Surge Strained by Driver Shortages, Border Rules
Mexico's export sector is experiencing robust growth—with exports rising 34.4% year-over-year in June and marking five consecutive months of double-digit expansion—driven primarily by surging technolo
BNSF and NFI Launch Barstow International Gateway
BNSF Railway and NFI (Nussbaum Farm Industries) have announced a strategic partnership to develop the Barstow International Gateway, a significant intermodal logistics hub positioned to enhance freigh
Laredo Toll Fines Escalate to $2K—What Carriers Must Know
The City of Laredo Bridge System has implemented a stricter enforcement policy for commercial toll accounts, replacing a U-turn requirement with an escalating penalty structure that can reach $2,000 f
Laredo Border Gateway Faces Capacity Strain as Mexico Trade Surges
Mexico maintains its position as America's largest trading partner with $89.2 billion in June commerce, significantly outpacing Canada and China. Laredo, Texas continues to serve as the nation's prima
Mexico Air Cargo Surges 4.7% Amid Stronger US Trade
Mexico's air cargo sector is experiencing measurable growth at 4.7%, reflecting strengthened trade dynamics between Mexico and the United States. This expansion signals increasing confidence in bilate
Truck Capacity Crunch Persists on U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico Routes
TRAFFIX's latest market analysis reveals that truck capacity remains persistently constrained on critical U.S.-Canada and U.S.-Mexico trade corridors, defying typical seasonal patterns. Even during pe
U.S.-Mexico Trade Surges to $87B in May, Laredo Leads
Mexico has cemented its position as the United States' largest trading partner, recording $87.23 billion in two-way commerce during May—a robust 17.06% increase from May 2025. This milestone underscor
Toyota Relocates Tacoma Production to Texas, Reshaping North America Auto Supply Chain
Toyota's strategic decision to shift Tacoma pickup production from Baja California to San Antonio represents a significant structural shift in North American automotive manufacturing. The $3.6 billion
Ruan Launches Customs Brokerage to Streamline US-Mexico Trade
Ruan, a Des Moines-based logistics company, has significantly expanded its international trade capabilities by launching a comprehensive customs brokerage service spanning U.S.-Mexico operations. This
Laredo Rail Park Offers New Intermodal Gateway for U.S.-Mexico Trade
The U.S. Surface Transportation Board has approved construction of the Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway, a 2.6-mile short-line railroad within Gateway International Rail Park in South Texas. Develope
US Cancels 20,000 Mexican Truck Driver Visas—Major Capacity Crisis Looms
The US cancellation of 20,000 visas targeting Mexican truck drivers represents a significant structural disruption to North American cross-border logistics operations. This action directly constrains
Laredo Summit: Driverless Corridors & B-1 Visa Solutions
The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade conference in Laredo highlighted two major initiatives reshaping U.S.-Mexico freight operations: a novel pilot program allowing U.S. truck drivers to
Autonomous Freight Corridors, US Driver Pilot Programs Reshape US-Mexico Trade
The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade conference in Laredo showcased two competing visions for addressing systemic challenges in US-Mexico freight movement: a near-term pilot program allo
UPS Invests $50M in Mexico Cross-Border Air Freight Service
UPS has announced a significant $50 million investment in cross-border freight air services connecting the United States and Mexico, marking a strategic expansion of its North American logistics netwo
UPS Enhances Service Level for US-Mexico Industrial Shippers
UPS has announced a service level upgrade targeting industrial shippers moving freight between the United States and Mexico, signaling continued investment in cross-border logistics infrastructure. Th