(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 […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) recently approved a five-year waiver that lets railroads expand the use of Automated Track Inspection (ATI) technology. This decision, announced in December 2025 by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) Recently, a driver pulled into an Arizona scale house learned that an officer could reconstruct his entire multi-state trip from license plate readers and roadside cameras, matching the real timeline against paper logs […]

By Satish Jindel On Monday, FedEx Corp. spun-off its Freight division. What is left is the combined network of FedEx Express and FedEx Ground.  It’s an opportune time to remember that FedEx (NYSE: FDX) would be a distant third-place parcel carrier in the U.S. market without the acquisition of RPS as part of the $2.4 […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) On May 15, 2026, the Texas Supreme Court issued an important decision in In re Home DepotU.S.A., Inc. The court ruled that Home Depot cannot be held liable for a fatal motorcycle crashinvolving a Werner […]

What will be considered a reasonable amount of diligence when onboarding carriers?

FedEx and UPS will not be major players in the B2C parcel market unless they strategically engage with an e-commerce marketplace, says commentator Satish Jindel.

How the feds are tackling non-dom CDLs and English language proficiency.

Regulations originally designed to protect brokers are being used against them.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce, National Retail Federation among those supporting C.H. Robinson in the brief.

The U.S. Government filed an amicus brief supporting freight brokers.

Transportation attorney Matthew Leffler says that a new bill in Congress meant to hold freight brokers accountable has some issues.

(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 legal battle at the U.S. Supreme Court, 29 states plus the District of Columbia have joined forces to support a truck accident victim. Their amicus or “friend of the court” […]

The industry has a serious love/hate relationship between motor carriers and brokers.  That relationship can be even more volatile with dispatch services in between the brokers and the carriers.  The reality is that in today’s market, carriers are looking for every edge they can find to get the best rates possible to secure the future […]

UPS could unite management, its union workforce and the cost-efficient crowd-sourced delivery model by trying a new triple-win strategy centered on the UPS Store.

Big jury payouts — sometimes topping $100 million — are becoming more common across the trucking industry. These “nuclear verdicts” are driving up insurance costs, putting companies at risk, and threatening the stability of fleets large and small. Now more than ever, fleet leaders need to understand where the risks are and take proactive steps […]

Most of the companies in our industry are being robbed by people using the equivalent of a ladder and basic tools.

I am a DOT Safety and Compliant consultant, with 23 years of industry experience. I’ve seen the issues with the current CDL system and believe there are solutions that can significantly improve safety and eliminate fraud. – Tab Caticha How to Overturn the CDL System: A Comprehensive Reform Proposal The Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) system, […]

A US District Judge rules an FMCSA email urging compliance isn’t the kind of “order” that motor carriers can enforce in court under federal law. 

By Satish Jindel (The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) In 2019, FedEx dropped Amazon as a customer for B2C parcels because the retailer was becoming a competitor, with its own last-mile delivery solution that mimicked FedEx Ground’s model for […]

Contributed Content If you’ve ever thought about hauling FEMA loads, now’s the time to get your paperwork in order. FEMA’s Transportation Service Provider (TSP) program opens registration once a year — and if you miss it, you’ll be sitting on the sidelines when emergency freight starts moving. Getting approved isn’t complicated, but it does take […]

This article is contributed content. It does not reflect the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries. Freight fraud is the industry’s open secret: for years, carriers complained about unpaid loads, shippers voiced frustrations over losses, and brokers warned of schemes that drained time and trust. The noise was constant, but it […]

This article is contributed content. It does not reflect the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries. This article has been updated following commentary and feedback from Amazon. Fraud takes root and multiplies in a system that rewards speed and low cost above all else. Contract freight is built on predictability, and […]

Thoughts from Motive’s CEO: Motive patent case victory over Samsara secures leadership in road safety tech.

Impersonation fraud is not slowing down; it is getting smarter. Scammers hack emails, forge documents, and pose as carriers, brokers, or even shippers to steal freight and money. Small fleets and new brokers are prime targets. Protect yourself by locking down email, owning your domain, and vetting every deal before you move.

By: Matthew Leffler The views in this piece are solely that of the contributor and do not reflect the opinions of FreightWaves, its staff, or any of its subsidiaries. In a massive court decision, a federal court has stopped five of President Donald Trump’s orders that put tariffs on almost all goods coming into the […]

A Recycled Myth For decades the trucking industry has sounded the same alarm. The American Trucking Associations said in 2021 that the country was short 80,000 drivers and warned the gap could double by 2030 (PrePass Alliance). The Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that ATA has been repeating this argument since at least 2005, and […]

This article is contributed content. It does not reflect the views or opinions of FreightWaves or any of its subsidiaries. In April 2024, federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York took down what they called a “beer theft enterprise.” A crew slipped into railyards across four states, loading thousands of cases of Corona […]

Training gaps and outdated tools have left freight security full of blind spots; competition makes them wider. The trucking industry carries roughly 70% of all goods across the United States, yet it’s operating in the middle of a freight recession. Volumes are down, rates are volatile, and with many providers fighting load to load just […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) Exposing the Risks Hidden in Plain Sight At The Playbook, we believe the road to reform begins with transparency. That’s why, in partnership with The Freight Fraud Task Force, we’re launching a series […]

The FedEx Dataworks unit provides deep insight into parcel shipping operations. The best value play is to sell it.

Allianz Commercial’s annual Safety and Shipping Review has found that cargo theft is increasing in frequency, scope, and sophistication.

Matthew Leffler, The Armchair Attorney, explains why the U.S. Supreme Court must act now to resolve a widening circuit split over whether the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act preempts state common-law negligent hiring claims against freight brokers.

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) Shippers don’t partner with LSPs just to move freight—they rely on them to orchestrate complex, responsive, and cost-efficient networks on their behalf. Whether managing global air freight for pharmaceutical companies, regional FTL capacity […]

(The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) “BE AFRAID OF FREIGHT FRAUD!”  It’s no surprise when another freight fraud headline lands in our inbox, shows up on LinkedIn, or makes its way into a conversation.  Freight fraud is a trending […]

Retaliatory tariffs from trading partners, like China’s response to the retaliatory tariffs, could linger, complicating cross-border freight.

President Trump’s instinct to place the U.S. Postal Service under the direct control of the White House is correct and would allow the agency to be reformed without interference from oversight bodies that have outlived their usefulness, says commentator Satish Jindel.

We’ve all heard how emerging AI technologies will optimize the freight industry in ways we can only dream about. But the scary truth is that AI is already fueling our nightmares—by supercharging freight theft. Why aren’t more people talking about the dark side of AI? For one, most of the worries are centered on job […]

Real-time location intelligence is revolutionizing how businesses manage their supply chains.

Componentized microservices let companies implement only the TMS features they need, avoiding the bloat and cost of a traditional TMS.

Pink Cheetah Express LLC, a small Kissimmee, Florida-based motor carrier, alleges that TQL has flouted a 2023 Department of Transportation order mandating compliance with federal broker transparency rules.

Logistical planning for the Super Bowl starts years in advance and involves coordination among the NFL, the host city, vendors and transportation providers.

January 15, 2025 We recently closed the door on 2024, and what a year it was. The headlines told of growing supply chain complexity driven by huge weather events, including 27 weather disasters in the U.S., labor strikes, geopolitical instability and continued constraints on the labor force. And 2025 promises even more complexity. As we […]

Workers are becoming more aggressive in seeking better compensation. Who can blame them when CEO pay has skyrocketed, but corporate performance often lags? Companies thrive when they focus on creating value for all stakeholders, not just investors.

Head of product at Walmart GoLocal, Vijay Cherukuru, gives a rundown of how to decarbonize fleets and choose next-generation zero-emission vehicles amid a continually changing EV landscape.

With the inauguration still over a month away, President-elect Trump has already announced some of his plans regarding U.S. trade policy. This is a breakdown of a few of the ones most relevant to e-commerce and how brands do business.

The FreightWaves FreightTech 25 list shows some of the most cutting-edge technology in the industry and identifies several trends that could disrupt the sector moving forward.

Donald Trump’s election victory has huge implications for U.S. trade and tax policies, climate change, the war in Ukraine, electric vehicles, and illegal immigration. Here is a summary of policies he has said he will pursue in his second term.

As the Senate shifts toward the right, rail safety could have a different future, especially as the pending rail safety legislation did not secure enough votes to continue. But experts believe there are a few items that could be considered.

As AI continues to grow as a buzzword in many industries, especially in supply chains, workers fear getting replaced with new technology. However, AI is best used when working in tandem with employees.

The president and CEO of Washington Trucking Associations, Sheri Call, explains why mandates could be a problem for trucking companies due to multiple factors.

The linear model of traditional supply chains is no longer adequate for modern freight thanks to e-commerce and different fulfillment methods. The dynamic nature of today’s supply chain requires unified planning.

Extreme weather and other disruptions have stressed supply chains worldwide, but as a Category 4 hurricane barrels toward Port Tampa Bay and possibly other major ports, things are likely to get worse.

Numerous factors are impacting the supply chain in a way that could make peak season difficult for shippers and carriers alike.

National Guard units from all over the U.S. are heading to North Carolina to assist victims of Tropical Storm Helene.

The impact of the possible ILA strike is already starting to become visible in the U.S. What is likely to happen if a strike does occur?

While there is debate over whether Section 321 of the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act helps the U.S. or gives foreign companies an unfair advantage, the provision will likely come out changed on the other side of the election.

Four years after the COVID-19 pandemic threw the entire world and daily life into turmoil, its effects still ripple through the global supply chain long after shutdown laws have been lifted.

Regional and cultural factors can create a range of different terminology in maritime and freight. A standard vocabulary across the industry could streamline optimization, but how can it be done?

The increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events underscore the need for supply chain resilience and adaptability.

After decades of a steadfast peak season with a predictable time frame, the past few years have seen anything but. DHL Global Forwarding’s CEO offers his insights on this year’s peak season and whether it has already passed.

As extreme heat and numerous natural disasters continue to hit the U.S. this summer and beyond, trucking companies must prepare to avoid disruption.

With so many players in the trucking industry having to close, one company was able to recover from the brink of bankruptcy.

The old FedEx and UPS business models aren’t working in a parcel market undergoing radical transformation. The express carriers need to rethink their network strategies as B2C shipping takes precedence and consumers compromise on speed to get lower prices.

One solution to improve roadside safety for commercial trucks is easily visible flashing lights mounted at the top of the cab.

The logistics needed to pull off the Olympic Games is always a massive undertaking. The 2024 Paris Games are even more intense. This is what it takes to pull it all off.

While supply chains have adopted new technologies to optimize efficiency, we are seeing how impactful potential risks can be.

Garth Brooks’ continual stadium tours are impressive logistical feats but also represent the actual workings of supply chain and logistics.

Because insurers will be insulated from direct legal action under Georgia Senate Bill 426, the law may reduce their financial incentives to properly vet the trucking firms they insure.

Widespread inflation, growing interest rates and a tight labor market will keep freight service demand low, with excess capacity and low freight rates for the rest of the year. Here’s what to do.

As the release of the NTSB’s accident investigation report on the East Palestine, Ohio, derailment looms, policymakers can take several steps to focus on rail safety.

The UEFA European Championship 2024 is currently underway and takes place across 10 stadiums in Germany, requiring serious supply chain and logistics efforts.

The greatest tool in logistics is collaboration, which is now a necessity for the global supply chain.

Industry expert Satish Jindel offers perspective on Forward Air’s controversial merger with Omni Logistics.

With the EU supply chain law targeting concert tours for better eco-friendly practices, Metallica is making headway with a tour focused on reducing its carbon footprint and more in its logistics.

Stubbornly persistent silos in the supply chain wreak havoc. The most glaring disconnect shows between strategic supply chain planning and execution.

Eliminating fragmentation in the supply chain is necessary for a resilient future, but it takes powerful collaboration between platforms.

In the constantly changing world of last-mile delivery, it can no longer operate as a siloed operation from middle mile.

Shippers should lock in certainty with airtight ocean carrier contracts that ward off surcharges.

With so much data in supply chains today, it can be difficult to sort through it all to create a strong logistics industry. The need for standardization is now.

We may be months away from a national market shift, but the time to start planning for it is now.

Recent incidents involving Norfolk Southern trains exposed the continued need for rail safety to the greater public. Here are some ways rail can drive safety.

The dynamic nature of logistics calls for a new method of negotiating rates, through real-time data and automation.

New technology and processes in supply chains have helped make the industry more resilient — but not enough to withstand every possible disruption.

While the logistics industry as a whole needs data standardization for greater efficiency, it faces specific challenges when compared to other industries.

Satish Jindel, president of ShipMatrix, shares his thoughts on the ways parcel carriers should modernize their networks.

The trucking industry has a duty to the public, primarily to eliminate all truck crash fatalities and to increase the minimum insurance requirements.