Peak season is upon us, but SONAR data reveals a surprising trend: tender rejection rates aren’t surging into Labor Day like previous years. While spot rates remain elevated year-over-year, the expected pre-holiday peak isn’t materializing. Is this the new normal for a supply-driven market, or a sign of deeper shifts with intermodal rail siphoning long-haul […]
Descartes’ recent $100 million acquisition of Tai Software is set to transform the freight brokerage landscape. Learn how this merger creates an AI-powered platform designed to help freight brokers overcome challenges like fraud, margin pressure, and fragmented workflows. Discover the future of unified logistics technology and how it promises to deliver unprecedented efficiency and value […]
Truck cab clutter is more than a nuisance—it can become a safety risk that costs fleets millions. James Boyce, a full-time driver and founder of BubbaLee LLC, explains how loose items in the cab turn into distractions, close calls and potential lawsuit exposure. He breaks down the idea behind Trucker Tote, why he built it […]
Tender rejections are still running near 13.5% — and that could mean the freight market has found a short-term bottom ahead of Labor Day. In this SONAR update, we break down what stalled rejection declines mean for capacity, why this still looks like a supply-led cycle, how intermodal pulled pressure off truckload this summer, and […]
Cargo theft is down 26% in 2025—but the value of stolen freight has doubled. Danielle Spinelli of GenLogs breaks down why fraud rings are shifting to higher-value loads, how sold MCs and pattern changes get flagged, and what brokers and carriers should watch now. This FreightWaves Today segment covers the latest CargoNet data, real-world fraud […]
Diesel prices are still above $5, and Aaron Decker says the real problem is refining capacity — not crude oil. In this FreightWaves Today interview, Decker breaks down crack spreads, refinery outages, low distillate inventories and how the Russia-Ukraine conflict is still hitting diesel markets. For carriers, brokers and shippers, this is the fuel outlook […]
Autonomous trucking is moving from pilot talk to real freight ops. Einride CEO Roozbeh Charli breaks down 27% revenue growth, a 60% jump in driverless hours, the Amazon middle-mile rollout, and the plan for 500 Tesla Semis on its platform. The conversation gets into what matters for carriers and fleet operators: where autonomous trucks actually […]
Reefer tender rejections are still running hot while van and flatbed cool off. The big swing factor: intermodal savings are now around 33%, pulling more freight off the road while refrigerated freight stays less flexible. In this SONAR Daily Update, FreightWaves breaks down reefer rejection trends, flatbed seasonality, rail container volume strength and what mode […]
AI agents will be commoditized in months. In supply chain, the real moat is the data foundation underneath them. Valentina Jordan, CEO and co-founder of Nauta, breaks down why global trade AI only works when movement of goods, data and money are connected. She explains the ‘operational brain,’ how it learns from ERP, TMS, WMS, […]
Supply chain strategy and freight market risk with Pawan Joshi of E2open. In this FreightWaves Today interview, Joshi breaks down what logistics operators need to watch and how supply chain leaders are thinking through volatility, planning and execution. If you run transportation, logistics or supply chain operations, this conversation gives you the big-picture takeaways without […]
The trucking industry is losing a critical source of credit insight as BMO sells its transportation finance unit. FreightWaves’ John Kingston, who pioneered tracking BMO’s unique data, reveals how trucking credit quality is finally strengthening just as this transparent data source disappears. He also dives into rising diesel prices, heating oil’s election impact, and the […]
Tabi’s Rush Feldhacker breaks down who currently holds the pricing power in the unpredictable freight market using their new Pricing Pressure Index. Learn how brokers are leveraging data to make smarter spot rate decisions, and why shippers are feeling the market shift later than expected. Discover the latest trends and what to expect in the […]
The freight market is stabilizing, with tender rejections at 13.57%. But don’t let this “healthy” period fool you; volatility is on the horizon. Learn what FreightWaves’ experts say about current market conditions, upcoming Q4 surges, and how this impacts shippers and carriers. Get ready for a dynamic end to the year. Truckload tender rejections have […]
The used truck market is experiencing unprecedented strength! Daimler Trucks’ Chris Backeberg explains why sleeper inventory is below COVID levels, leading to strong pricing and gains for carriers. Discover how OEMs coordinate new truck orders with remarketing strategies, and what this means for fleet balance sheets and maintenance cycles in the current supply chain landscape. […]
The freight market has seen a brutal downturn, with an astounding 85% failure rate for new carriers in the past three years. Kirk Mann, EVP & GM of Transportation and Vendor Solutions at Mitsubishi HC Capital America, dives into why this cycle was the longest, the impact of over-financed assets, and what it means for […]
Private fleets face mounting costs while carrying over $100 billion in empty backhaul capacity. Russell Jones, CEO of Private Fleet Net Zero, explains how his platform unlocks this unused capacity, offering freight brokers a 25% discount and higher service levels. Discover how digital freight matching for private fleets can transform your logistics, improve reliability, and […]
Amazon drone delivery is expanding again — but the real story is why it took 13 years to get here. FreightWaves Parcel & Air Cargo Editor Eric Kulisch breaks down Amazon Prime Air, the FAA’s pending beyond-visual-line-of-sight rules, which states are first in line, and what has to happen before drone delivery scales beyond a […]
Diesel prices are soaring, but spot rates continue to fall, creating a significant disconnect in the trucking market. This SONAR Market Update dives deep into the factors driving this divergence, from global conflicts impacting refinery output to shifts in intermodal rail and changing length of haul for truckload freight. Understand what this means for carriers […]
Keith Moore, CEO of AutoScheduler AI, dives into how AI-powered warehouse orchestration is revolutionizing supply chain operations. Learn how AutoScheduler helps businesses untangle complex warehousing challenges, optimize decision-making, and significantly boost efficiency, throughput, and service while reducing overall costs. Discover the critical role of an “operational twin” in mapping flows, understanding objectives, and providing continuous […]
Discover how intermodal freight is delivering massive savings in today’s volatile market. As truckload spot and contract rates stabilize, intermodal options provide a crucial cost-saving advantage, especially on key lanes. Learn where to find the biggest savings and how shifting modes can optimize your freight spend. Intermodal savings have surged to their highest level in […]
