Editor’s note: This is a contributed commentary. It comes amid FMCSA’s ongoing revocation of registered ELDs over hours-of-service log manipulation and FreightWaves welcomes responses from other parties. An ELD connection has become an important part of how freight moves. Brokers use it tounderstand whether a carrier is operating, whether vehicles are associated with that carrier, […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) As if C.H. Robinson did not have enough going on with its recent acquisition announcement with RXO, six trucking companies sued the global 3PL as well as Total Quality Logistics in Texas federal […]

This article is contributed content from an independent writer. It does not represent the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries.  A trucking company hauling an Amazon Prime trailer had lost its operating authority, returned to service and accumulated safety violations before a crash injured three people on a New Mexico interstate, […]

This article is contributed content from an independent writer. It does not represent the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries. On Tuesday, President Donald Trump said he has already told his team to consider a ban on diesel exports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said officials are studying whether a full or partial […]

This article is contributed content from an independent writer. It does not represent the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries. Dalilah Coleman was riding with her stepfather, Michael Krause, when their car stopped for road construction on a California highway. A tractor trailer struck them from behind, leaving the child and […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) A Dallas County jury last week hit freight broker C.H. Robinson with a share of a $604 million verdict in Peyton Lipe et al. v. Lupus Superior, LLC et al. The case stems […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) The Supreme Court’s Montgomery decision changed the litigation landscape for the trucking industry. Although the case addressed a negligent selection claim against a freight broker, plaintiffs will not limit their investigations to the […]

That’s where chargebacks come into play—and if not handled carefully, they can quietly erode your profits and hurt your business. In this guide, we’ll explain what chargebacks are, how they influence your factoring costs, and what steps you can take to reduce your risk and choose a partner who truly protects you. What Are Chargebacks […]

If you’re a carrier operating in today’s freight market, with tight margins, rate volatility, and rising operating costs, the real issue isn’t the tool. It’s whether the financing actually fits how your trucking business runs day to day. Because in trucking, survival comes down to one thing: keeping cash moving at the same speed as […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) C.H. Robinson is having an AI moment. Its CEO, Dave Bozeman, has been publicly promoting the company’s Lean AI transformation, including AI agents, automation, productivity gains, appointment scheduling, quote responses, load tracking, and […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) Owner-operators and motor carriers are facing a fast-growing scam in the trucking world. While cargo theft and ghost trucks remain the top mind for many logistics professionals, fraudsters are using fake trailer rental […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) When I interviewed Michael Leizerman, the plaintiff attorney who won at the United States Supreme Court in the broker negligent selection case now reshaping freight litigation, I expected pushback from the audience. More […]

You can run loads consistently, work with solid brokers, and still feel pressure every week because most invoices take 30, 45, or even 60+ days to get paid. That delay is exactly why freight factoring has become one of the most widely used financial tools for owner-operators and small fleets. It’s the fastest way to […]

If you’re running loads consistently but waiting 30, 45, or 60 days to get paid, freight factoring becomes less of a luxury and more of an operational necessity. But before using it, there’s a straightforward question every carrier asks: What does freight factoring actually cost—in real dollars? This guide breaks it down without fluff. No vague […]

Some carriers see it as a practical tool to keep cash flow moving. Others associate it with high costs, confusing agreements, chargebacks, or bad experiences with companies that were not clear from the beginning. And that is the real issue. In many cases, the problem is not factoring itself. The problem is how factoring has […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) In a major ruling issued yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court said President Trump can remove members of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) without having to show “cause,” such as poor performance or misconduct. […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) Snap-on Incorporated just bought Diesel Laptops for $100 million in cash. The deal closed on June 8, 2026. The move gives Snap-on a stronger foothold in the world of big truck and heavy […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) On May 22, 2026, the United States Supreme Court handed down a unanimous decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II that removed a legal shield freight brokers have relied on for decades. Eleven […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) A broker has a load and three carriers willing to haul it. Which one is safe? For all the data our industry supposedly drowns in, there is still no dependable way to answer […]

A potential breakthrough in the Middle East could soon ease major headaches for truckers, shippers, and manufacturers worldwide. On Friday, U.S. and Iranian leaders are set to formally sign a 14-point memorandum of understanding (MOU) in Switzerland. This interim deal aims to end recent fighting, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and start 60 days of […]