Inside this edition: Money can’t fix a people problem; FMCSA announces new oversight plan; and Forward Air adds to its family.
The largest trucking companies that went bankrupt in 2022 freight recession
The most-read FreightWaves stories of 2022
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This year, FreightWaves Classics took a look back at some of history’s most interesting stories in freight, logistics and supply chains. These are the articles that readers found most engaging.
Q4 Market Update and Outlook: Highlights from Uber Freight’s Q4 Market Update Report
Is the US ready for more arctic shipping?
2022 Brake Safety Week Results
Economy improvements in low-MPG vehicles yield the greatest savings
A few weeks ago, First Star announced its newest addition to its aggressive five-year growth plan, specifically for experienced freight broker agents. The company calls it a “90 for 90” promotion, 90% commission for 90 days.
Hardy Brothers Trucking delivers U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
US Freight Railroads are the Best Rail Network Since the Staggers Act of 1980
Amazon launches driver tipping feature
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Petroleum and natural gas formation
VSA Releases 2022 Operation Safe Driver Week Results
Myth vs. The Real Deal – Seat belt safety
More ethanol was blended into U.S. gasoline last summer than ever before
Why the Tesla Semi isn’t yet ready for commercial prime time
J.B. Hunt gives $55K back to classrooms
Physical Stores Regain Ground Amid Broader Holiday Trend
Building a supply chain roadmap in the face of a downturn
pede launches on-demand delivery of keys, cellphones, wallets and more
NYC proposes $24 minimum wage for app-based delivery drivers
Seat Belt Usage Awareness
Planned Amazon layoffs could hamper e-commerce, logistics
Uber gets in holiday spirit
Strong demand for diesel leads to high prices and tight inventories going into winter
The transportation industry experienced a freight frenzy like no other last year. Following one of the most disruptive years in economic history, 2021 proved to be the rebound that the industry was hoping for as markets began to reopen with unprecedented goods demand and as COVID-19- related restrictions began to expire. The resumption of consumer […]
Key Comparisons: Amazon vs Walmart
Electric Vehicle Charging Corridor Miles by State
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Holiday retail sales to climb 6% to 8%, NRF says
2023 GRI: UPS & FedEx General Rate Increases
Ukraine Crisis Expected to Speed Up Shift to Renewables
Rethink B2B integration with Cleo Integration Cloud
Alternative delivery methods to avoid package theft
The Future of Autonomous Trucks in Freight
NOAA’s US winter outlook
Retailers’ cheapest option for returns is also shoppers’ favorite
Texas border checkpoint receives $165M to speed up inspections
Mexico approves ending daylight saving time
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Have warehouse workers ever had it so good?
5 biggest fulfillment challenges for e-commerce brands
Freight railroads and climate change
Tesla plans to build 50,000 Class 8 Semi trucks
Medical drone deliveries
A lawsuit filed in 2019 alleged
that the workers were misclassified
as independent contractors.
J.B. Hunt awards $250,000 in scholarships to employees’ relatives
More than 100 years of innovation
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Managing the winter season
Natural gas station to fuel Amazon trucks
FMCSA recruits truck drivers
See 5 steps to a best-in-class safety program HERE!
State gasoline taxes varied widely across the United States in July
Mexico truck makers break export record in August
Global EV infrastructure revenue forecast
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The Freightos Baltic Index (FBX) is the world’s leading—and most accurate—index of market rates for 40′ containers.
Berkshire Grey survey finds executives bullish on automation to offset labor shortage
Truck safety lobby pressures DOT on crash prevention
Clean Energy opened a renewable natural gas station in Groveport, Ohio, as part of an agreement with Amazon.
The FTC released a policy statement that made clear the agency’s commitment to protect gig workers
