This week in Borderlands Mexico: China automakers gain ground in Mexico as U.S. exports soften; OmniTRAX restarts Central Texas rail line with quarry deal; and China’s Windrose delivers first Class 8 EV in U.S.
WEX, a company with a significant position in the fleet payments business, is facing a proxy battle from an institutional shareholder.
A day-long hearing at the New York City Council focused on the bill that would drastically impact Amazon’s delivery model.
Amazon continues to invest in faster e-commerce delivery capabilities and is ready to scale up 30-minute drone delivery this year, CEO Andy Jassy said.
EV Realty opened its flagship charging hub in San Bernardino on Thursday, delivering 76 high-power ports and 9 MW of capacity in the Inland Empire.
The cash-strapped U.S. Postal Service has suspended pension payments and seeks to raise the price of a First-Class stamp by 4 cents.
Fleet operators tend to think of risk in terms of isolated events, such as a crash, a failed inspection, or a compliance lapse. But according to Bob O’Connell, Account Executive of Strategic Accounts at J.J. Keller & Associates, that way of thinking is itself the biggest blind spot in the industry. “A lot of carriers, […]
FedEx and its pilots have reached a tentative agreement on a new labor contract, but it took five long years to get there.
Logistics warehouse operator Prologis announces its second major joint venture this year.
DSV is shutting down operations at a Texas distribution center after losing a contract, with 391 workers affected.
One gap was all it took. By the time it was noticed, the load was already too far gone to recover.
Truckers in Mexico called off blockades across key logistics routes, but underlying issues around cargo crime and costs remain unresolved.
If a truck driver wants to save a few bucks by running some of its miles without diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), it’s now going to be possible for that to occur without the prospect of regulatory “enforcement” provided by a DEF sensor slowing down the vehicle. But what are the other consequences if that money-saving […]
FedEx Freight outlined financial targets and operational initiatives ahead of a June separation from parent FedEx Corp.
Kriska Transportation Group is expanding its cross-border cold-chain footprint with the acquisition of Sharp Transportation Systems.
Owners of two trucking companies and two U.S. Postal Service employees were sentenced to prison for a bribery scheme aimed at securing transportation contracts.
Rising fixed costs and creditor claims are forcing a small drayage carrier tied to West Coast ports into restructuring.
Two trucks carrying $470K in stolen vehicles were intercepted, but the real risk is how they moved through legitimate freight channels undetected.
The U.S. Postal Service has retained Amazon as a customer, but the new contract represents a 20% reduction in shipping business.
Divisions within Mexico’s transport sector are emerging as protests over security and costs continue to snarl supply chains.
The freight market saw capacity and pricing extremes in March unparalleled since the pandemic, according to a monthly query of supply chain executives.
Vanessa Motta, convicted in the Louisiana truck accident scam, is asking for a new trial.
Two Boxes has raised $3.2 million to help scale its AI-powered returns platform as retailers grapple with rising fraud and costly reverse logistics.
Fraud is no longer obvious. It hides inside companies that look legitimate but have not been verified.
The Postal Regulatory Commission said the Postal Service can go forward with a temporary price increase designed to offset rising transportation costs.
Three former Quickway drivers, seeking class action, said Kroger blocked 3 carriers from hiring them.
FMCSA has launched its earlier announced study on truck parking.
Fuel price hikes and poor weather overhung the first quarter, but supply-side tailwinds along with improving demand could spell the end of earnings degradation for truckload carriers.
DHL investments to create a unified parcel network between Deutsche Post and DHL Express have paid dividends during the Easter holiday shipping season.
A nationwide strike by Mexican truckers and farmers blocked major freight corridors and border crossings Monday.
By the time the product was found, it was already positioned to move through resale channels. That’s not a recovery story. It’s a reminder that most losses start long before a load is ever picked up.
Moody’s has increased its debt rating on Ryder, first put on the company during the pandemic.
Under strong pressure from the Teamsters union, UPS has agreed to limit how many drivers it eliminates through an early-retirement program
This week in Borderlands Mexico: Tariff pressure shows up in customs data across North America; Arvato opens Denton logistics hub to support AI, data center growth; and Tramontina opens cookware plant in Mexico to serve Americas.
Volvo launches new VNR as U.S. fleet hits 7-year average age amid record diesel prices. Delivers 7.5% better fuel efficiency and standard safety features.
C.H. Robinson is waiving fees on discount-fuel cards and cash advances for contract carriers in April and May as diesel prices rise amid the Middle East conflict.
Strong freight fundamentals, tighter capacity and replacement demand are driving a rebound in heavy-duty truck orders.
Truck transportation jobs reported by BLS are now less than they were at the end of 2017.
Spot rates rose 23.3% and contract rates 5% from March 2025 to February 2026 even as volumes fell sharply. The U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index shows the contract premium compressed to $0.11 per mile.
Two debt ratings agencies have given a vote of confidence in Echo Global Logistics’ recent acquisition of ITS Logistics. Neither Moody’s nor S&P Global Ratings changed their debt rating on Echo Global, which is privately-owned but does have publicly-traded debt. But the outlook on Echo Global from both companies was increased to positive from stable, […]
The Trump administration is expected to change how duties are applied to metal-based products, potentially raising import costs and altering cross-border freight flows.
The NLRB has ordered Amazon to negotiate with a union representing employees at a New York City facility.
Logistics providers are ramping up investments in Canada as e-commerce growth and cross-border trade drive demand for warehousing, fulfillment and drayage services.
Indiana’s new law cracking down on English proficiency for CDL issuance is now in effect.
CEVA Logistics’ acquisition of Fagioli strengthens its position in heavy-haul and project cargo across North America.
The Teamsters and Amazon are in agreement on dealing with any walkouts as part of unionization drives.
FreightWaves spoke with Daren Hansen, CTP, CTRE, Sr. Compliance Expert at J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., about the widening gap between carriers who use their ELDs merely to satisfy a mandate and those who leverage ELD data to run smarter, safer, and more scalable operations. With a wave of enforcement actions already underway and […]
Lawmakers say offshoring of farm and construction equipment production to Mexico threatens U.S. manufacturing and could trigger new tariffs.
Canada Post is moving ahead with a modernization plan aimed at reducing excess capacity and cutting costs in an effort to restore its financial health.
U.S. cargo airline 21 Air has replaced Tim Strauss with a former Cargojet executive. Cargojet is a Canadian company that holds a minority interest in 21 Air, which is required by law to be run by U.S. citizens.
Winners to be announced at the Freight Fraud Symposium in Cleveland.
From the US to the UK to Europe, the pattern is the same. Control shifts early, and by the time it’s noticed, the freight is already gone.
Federal officers intercepted millions in narcotics and contraband hidden in commercial freight shipments in March.
A survey of 1,000 supply chain leaders shows rising frozen food demand and tariff pressure driving major changes in cold chain logistics.
Redwood Logistics proposed “Logistics Platform as a Service” but followed analyst guidance to reposition as a modern 4PL, earning Visionary status in Gartner’s inaugural 4PL Magic Quadrant.
Attorneys say companies should track entries, file protests and prepare for new tariffs as the government develops a system to refund billions in duties.
The ATA won’t receive any legal fee compensation in its tolls battle with Rhode Island.
Amazon this month has made several moves that appeal to customer expectations for fast, convenient delivery and put pressure on rivals.
A parts dispute between Stellantis and ZF Chassis Modules has idled a Mexico assembly plant and threatened disrupting a facility in Windsor, Ontario.
DHL Express parcel customers will enjoy uninterrupted service after the company negotiated a new contract with U.S. delivery workers.
A growing list of transportation companies filed for Chapter 11 in March, highlighting continued financial strain across the supply chain.
Real-world examples show how pencil-whipping during inspections drives up CSA scores, triggers more DOT visits and affects everything from insurance premiums to contract wins.
More than 400,000 KitKats were stolen in transit, but the product itself is still traceable. Nestlé’s response shows how even a chocolate bar can carry the signal after the load is gone.
EPA changes its diesel exhaust fluid sensor policy.
This week in Borderlands Mexico: USMCA review to reshape North American supply chains; Amazon to open 116K-square-foot last-mile facility in Beaumont; and Nissan opens internal logistics terminal in Aguascalientes.
Cargo theft persists even with all checks passed, revealing gaps in freight verification.
The next steps in the Louisiana staged accident scheme were going to be sentencings that are now likely to be delayed.
One year after the “Liberation Day” tariffs, small business owners say ongoing trade policy shifts are still affecting supply chains, pricing and growth plans.
UK TMS provider makes its case to the crowd at the TCA annual meeting.
The Diesel Truck Liberation Act, introduced by Rep. Mike Collins, aims to lower equipment costs for truckers.
UPS says its new distribution center in Taiwan is the crown jewel of its Asia Pacific network.
AXN Automotive Systems’ Louisville plant manufactures axles and suspensions for heavy-duty truck and trailer OEMs across North America.
Chick-fil-A plans to invest $50 million to build a distribution center in Lubbock, Texas, as the restaurateur continues expanding its in-house logistics network.
U.S. Postal Service is ready to charge parcel customers a fuel surcharge for the first time in its history because fuel prices are rising faster than it can change its base transportation rate.
If a driver takes a product from point A to point B wholly within a state, never crossing a boundary with another, can that worker be considered an interstate worker? That question made it to the Supreme Court Wednesday, as the two sides in Brock vs. Flowers Foods made their case to the nine justices. […]
UPS will withdraw its buyout offer for drivers in 13 states because the Teamsters contract in that region gives local unions more rights to object to management’s move.
NACFE’s Run on Less report highlights diesel at 11.5 mpg and a Tesla Semi running 460-mile days. Mixed fleets are the practical near-term solution; battery-electric is trucking’s long-term winner.
Echo Global Logistics announced it has completed its acquisition of ITS Logistics, creating a $5.2 billion, full-service supply chain services platform.
As cargo theft grows more sophisticated, real-time, item-level tracking could help shippers detect theft and supply chain breakdowns before freight disappears.
FedEx is launching same-day delivery through a partnership with OneRail, a final-mile platform.
C.H. Robinson is reducing management headcount through voluntary buyouts, the company said.
Two Mexican truck drivers filed a federal lawsuit claiming a Texas carrier misclassified their visas and denied them overtime pay.
The convicted lawyers in the Louisiana staged accident case will be sentenced in July. How much will they receive?
Port Houston officials passed a new rule set to take effect May 1 aimed at pressing shippers to move refrigerated cargo faster.
Manufacturers and retailers are increasingly renting storage trailers to manage inventory surges, cross-border freight flows and rising warehouse costs.
The freight market momentum is building at a rapid clip. National dry van spot rates — tracked via the SONAR National Truckload Index (NTI.USA), the 7-day moving average of booked rates including fuel — have broken out to a new cycle high of $2.89 per mile. This represents the strongest level since 2022 and confirms […]
The freight market is no stranger to disruptive forces — tariffs, recessions, weather, economic fluctuations, and capacity crunches have all reshaped freight demand over the years. But a new contender is emerging from an unexpected corner: the widespread adoption of GLP-1 medications (think Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and similar GLP-1 receptor agonists). These drugs, originally developed […]
This week in Borderlands Mexico: Court ruling on tariffs sets off refund scramble, legal uncertainty; APM Terminals expands Lázaro Cárdenas capacity; and German components maker opens $95M plant in Querétaro, adds 700 jobs.
Two attorneys have been convicted in the Louisiana staged accident scam.
The Fullbay State of Heavy-Duty Repair Report 2026 shows 68% revenue growth since 2023 amid a deepening structural technician shortage. With 54% of shops understaffed and culture outranking pay for retention, fleets face long-term challenges.
Retail DEF prices have managed to stay steady since the start of the Iran war; will it continue?
The State of Freight webinars for several consecutive months have dealt with a new issue each month: a suddenly rising market, regulatory changes or now in the case of the March session, a war in Iran. It has rocked the freight market if for no other reason than the cost of filling a truck has […]
Self-driving trucks could deliver major savings across the more than $1 trillion U.S. trucking industry, according to a new report commissioned by Aurora Innovation and conducted by the Steer Group. The analysis projects $9 billion in annual consumer savings, account for $70 billion in gross domestic product and nearly 500 lives saved per year by […]
FedEx Freight was again a drag on FedEx Corp.’s consolidated results, which came in ahead of expectations.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Volvo Trucks North America unveiled a series of announcements at the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) annual meeting in Nashville. The company detailed a $2 billion product investment program, a milestone fleet order for 400 trucks and new technology aimed at redefining truck-trailer connectivity. The announcements come as Volvo […]
FedEx delivered strong third-quarter results, buoyed by volume and yield growth and structural cost savings.
Lawsuit verdict: TQL hit with $22.5M verdict in pregnancy case.
Logistics REIT Prologis announced Thursday a new $1.6 billion joint venture to develop build-to-suit facilities in the U.S.
How the feds are tackling non-dom CDLs and English language proficiency.
Maersk’s Sam Coiro explains how the ocean giant uses its existing fulfillment infrastructure and multi-carrier network to deliver packages coast to coast with one label, one invoice and one tracking number.
