The Trump administration has rejected renewing USMCA in its current form, keeping the trade agreement alive but setting up annual negotiations that could reshape North America’s $1.5 trillion trading relationship.

U.S. officials are targeting a Mexican cartel by focusing on the organization’s growing cross-border fuel-smuggling business.

A series of recent enforcement actions across three U.S. border states highlights growing scrutiny of commercial drivers.

The Laredo Gateway Industrial Railway project aims to expand short rail access for cross-border cargo between the U.S. and Mexico.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Port of Brownsville completes $295M ship channel project; Palmer Holland expands into Mexico; and TexAmericas Center in line for proposed $500M battery-materials project.

More than 1,200 workers are affected by recent logistics layoffs as several small freight operators file for bankruptcy.

Chain’s newest AI tool negotiates rates, vets carriers and books routine freight while allowing sales reps to stay in control of high-value, relationship-driven loads.

Private equity firm Quad-C has invested in Armstrong Transport Group as the freight brokerage plans for rapid growth.

North Carolina trucking companies are seeking answers after veteran motor carriers were reportedly identified as new entrants following an FMCSA SafeSpect update.

Recent acquisitions by AmeriLux Transportation, ANDY Corp. and Imperative Logistics highlight continued consolidation across North America’s logistics sector.

Mexican industry officials say 20,000 truck drivers have lost U.S. work visas since April 2025.

Commercial driver’s license holders no longer have to notify their home state of traffic convictions, according to a new federal law.

TFS and WEX are targeting owner-operators and large fleets with a new financing program for trucks, trailers and other assets.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Echo bets on Mexico growth with domestic transportation offering; DP World in talks to develop container terminal at Port of Corpus Christi; and Chinese auto supplier invests $42M in Saltillo plant.

FleetForce and Swift Transportation have partnered to offer on-site CDL training and certification in Mobile, Alabama.

The CAVRA Standard, created by Carrier Assure CEO Cassandra Gaines, aims to bring clarity to carrier vetting.

Trade experts at Flexport say July could bring sweeping tariff changes, new compliance requirements and legal battles over U.S. trade policy.

Heavy-duty truck exports in May rose sharply, signaling improving momentum in the trucking industry.

The Small Business in Transportation Coalition has asked a federal court to push for decertification of CDL programs in New York and California.

Freight-sector bankruptcies and layoffs continued piling up in June as carriers and logistics providers cut costs.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Laredo summit debates driverless freight corridors, B-1 truckers; Cadogan Tate expands Southwest footprint with Phoenix acquisition; and Toyo plans $357M solar manufacturing expansion in Houston.

Mexico remained America’s largest trading partner in April, extending its lead over Canada amid tariffs and growing uncertainty over the future of the USMCA.

The 9th Annual Modernization of Cross-Border Trade conference highlighted how legal and operational risks are changing freight movement between the U.S. and Mexico.

Port Houston officials say continuous training and early preparation allow the port to restore operations after hurricanes.

Enforcement agencies intercepted everything from drugs, to counterfeit jewelry, to illegal medicines at ports across North America.

A growing number of False Claims Act cases are exposing schemes designed to evade duties on imports.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Uber Freight sees earlier peak season; Mexico freight trucking sector outpaces Q1 economy; and 1.1M-square-foot logistics center planned in Phoenix area.

Law officers rescued 39 suspected undocumented migrants from a locked trailer that caught fire Thursday during a pursuit in South Texas.

Eleven truck drivers with histories of epilepsy or seizure disorders are asking federal regulators for exemptions.

A California woman is asking FMCSA to temporarily restore commercial driver’s license eligibility for DACA recipients.

Cargo theft has advanced from smash-and-grab crimes into sophisticated identity-based fraud schemes, experts say

First Brands, Perfectus, Canadian steel firms and Greenbrier are among recent targets in federal duty evasion actions

Bankruptcy filings and WARN notices show freight companies are still battling tight margins despite signs of market recovery

Five people were killed and two injured in four separate freight train collisions over the past week, including incidents near San Antonio and Ypsilanti, Michigan.

Texas resumes issuing some non-domiciled CDL licenses for legally authorized foreign workers.

U.S. Border Patrol arrested 36 truck drivers during a five-day enforcement operation in Arizona, highlighting growing federal scrutiny of commercial drivers’ immigration and licensing status.

Ohio plans to review about 5,000 non-domiciled CDLs, adding to a nationwide compliance effort affecting foreign commercial drivers.

WWEX and Auctane form ShipStation Global to give small and midsize shippers enterprise-grade technology and transportation services through a single platform.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Thousands of Mexican truckers lose US visas; US, Mexico complete first round of USMCA talks; and RealCold acquires SCL Cold Chain.

Companies spanning automotive, steel, energy, food processing and mobility are expanding U.S. operations.

Carriers on Kleinschmidt’s network can now route invoices directly through Upwell’s audit engine for faster payment processing.

Carriers, logistics providers and ports are investing millions into new freight infrastructure projects as they prepare for long-term supply chain growth.

The latest wave of trucking bankruptcies highlights the prolonged pressure facing carriers from uneven freight demand, high costs and tight margins.

A report found major gaps in Ontario, Canada’s commercial truck driver training enforcement, prompting renewed calls for tougher audits and licensing reforms.

The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Florida’s effort to sue California and Washington over commercial driver licenses issued to undocumented immigrants.

AGX Freight alleges in a lawsuit that R&R Family of Cos. and Huntington Bank depleted its borrowing capacity and left millions owed to carriers before the Jacksonville brokerage shut down.

Executives from the Truckload Carriers Association, PepsiCo and Stevens Transport said fleets that embrace safety technology, AI will be best positioned to survive mounting operational pressures.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Desteia using AI to ease looming customs compliance crunch; Grocery chain plans $700M supply chain expansion in South Texas; and CPKC, CSX upgrade Southeast Mexico Express for faster transit times.

Coupa’s acquisition spree continued with the recent addition of Tonkean, a workflow automation platform aimed at automating procurement and supply chain workflows.

GAF’s Marianna Vydrevich said AI-powered analytics are helping supply chain teams automate workflows, optimize inventory and model disruptions.

Port Houston reported its first container slowdown since early 2025 in April, though executives say improving May volumes point to a quick recovery.

Robinson Fresh executives say the company’s newest South Texas logistics center will help customers navigate increasingly complex supply chains.

Fleetworthy executives recently unveiled a connected platform strategy they say will help fleets reduce operational inefficiencies and leverage AI-driven analytics across trucking operations.

Fleetworthy introduced a connected fleet management platform and mobile app during its customer roadshow on Tuesday in Austin, Texas.

A mix of trucking enforcement activity, insurance concerns and seasonal freight demand could keep pressure on freight capacity through 2026, EASE Logistics says.

Cargo thieves are relying less on physical break-ins and more on fraud-based tactics, with deceptive pickup scams climbing sharply in the first quarter, Overhaul says.

Companies tied to transportation, warehousing, manufacturing and food logistics announced more than 5,000 layoffs stretching from California to Pennsylvania.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Cross-border trade tops $84B in March as USMCA talks heat up; United Foods International opens facility in Phoenix; and Chinese manufacturer to open electronics factory in Torreón.

Coupa executives and customers at Inspire 2026 said AI and transportation optimization tools are helping companies cut planning cycles from weeks to hours.

Flexport leaders said import demand remains uneven across North America, with Houston and East Coast ports gaining share.

Coupa Inspire 2026 is highlighting how companies are using AI-driven sourcing, network optimization and automation tools to cut costs, speed procurement and navigate increasingly complex global supply chains.

The Texas Attorney General’s Office is investigating CDL training programs while also challenging supplier diversity policies at CVS Health.

Six people were found dead inside a cargo boxcar at a Union Pacific rail yard in Laredo, Texas, as authorities launched an investigation into the incident.

Authorities across North America seized millions of dollars in narcotics, counterfeit goods and contraband in April.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Trade, trucking dominate Port of Eagle Pass annual summit; Avant Technology receives Texas grant for Pharr factory expansion; and SEG Solar to build 4 GW solar module factory in Houston.

The Trump administration’s trade agenda is facing mounting legal and political pressure from importers, the European Union and automakers.

Trimble posted stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings and lifted guidance amid growth in transportation software.

GXO Logistics CEO Patrick Kelleher said Amazon’s new supply chain services validate — rather than threaten — the long-term growth opportunity in outsourced logistics.

The first weeks of the CAPE tariff refund process are exceeding expectations operationally, experts say.

GXO Logistics reported first quarter revenue of $3.3 billion, up 10.8% year over year.

MODE Global has expanded into Mexico with a new office in Puebla aimed at streamlining North American logistics.

Rising fuel prices and shrinking carrier capacity are driving a rapid increase in shipper spending.

Continental Tire says fleets adopting connected tire systems are seeing measurable fuel savings and cost reductions.

Universal logistics’ intermodal struggles overshadow contract logistics growth, pushing the company into a quarterly loss.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Nearshoring fuels 800K-square-foot industrial build in El Paso; Hutchison Ports adds electric cranes at Port of Manzanillo; and Burlington breaks ground on distribution center near Phoenix.

Port Houston secured a $48 million grant to expand Bayport Container Terminal to boost capacity and truck flow.

April’s State of Freight discussion suggests the current freight lull is more seasonal than structural.

A major U.S. alcohol distributor is closing facilities and laying off almost 4,700 workers across seven states.

Amazon’s first quarter revenues rises 17% during the first quarter to $181.5 billion, boosted by e-commerce sales across North America and Europe.

Target’s first-of-its-kind receive center in Houston adds upstream capacity to position inventory closer to demand.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection will restrict empty commercial truck crossings from Mexico to Eagle Pass, Texas, to afternoon hours starting Monday.

Werner’s Q1 results highlight early signs of a freight recovery, with rising rates and shrinking capacity setting up stronger earnings in the second half.

Port Houston’s March throughput climbed on grains and energy cargo, even as steel imports declined.

Uber Freight executive says “phantom capacity” is masking a tightening market as compliant drivers and secure lanes become harder to access.

Trump administration uses steep tariffs to drive production shifts as new projects in Indiana and Arkansas signal some traction.

This week in Borderlands Mexico: Texas cargo theft falls; DP World taps Terry Donohoe to lead Mexico operations; and BNSF boosting capacity AZ rail hub.

Covenant Logistics points to a tightening driver market and stronger demand as early signs of a truckload rebound.

A dozen small carriers and logistics firms filed for bankruptcy in April, signaling continued stress in the fragmented freight market.

Covenant Logistics Group Truckload sees momentum building after weather and fuel headwinds weigh on first quarter results.

Rising Chinese investment in Mexico is colliding with U.S. efforts to tighten trade rules.

Tesla says its long-delayed Semi will begin production this year, signaling a slow but critical ramp into the freight market.

Small and medium-sized businesses are rapidly restructuring sourcing and inventory strategies to mitigate the impact of tariffs.

A surge in M&A, electrification and distribution buildouts signals rising demand for logistics services in Canada.

Alan Ritchey’s latest shutdown in New Jersey highlights mounting pressure on freight contractors as USPS continues pulling operations in-house.

The Trump administration launched a new system on Monday for importers and businesses to reclaim shares of $166 billion in tariff refunds.

This week in Borderlands: Truck exports to U.S. fall in March; Port of Manzanillo posts record Q1 container volumes; and GM, SAIC weigh Mexico partnership.

A new wave of layoffs across logistics providers highlights ongoing contract volatility and soft demand in key freight segments.

As AI takes over more back-office tasks inside trucking operations, companies can boost productivity through redefining traditional roles, experts say.

Prime Inc. and Old Dominion Freight Line are expanding U.S. terminal networks with new hubs in Georgia and Washington.

From single-truck operators to mid-sized fleets, carriers across the U.S. are filing for bankruptcy as the freight downturn persists.