Sitting in traffic makes everyone grumpy. Now imagine it’s a daily headache! On the world’s most crowded highways, nonstop traffic is the norm. These poor drivers deal with rush hour…
As companies accelerate nearshoring efforts, Mexico is poised to become an even bigger freight engine in 2024. Massive investments, new factories, and booming exports signal strong cross-border trade ahead. Rising…
After falling for eight straight weeks, the benchmark diesel fuel price used for most fuel surcharges in the U.S. turned higher this week. The 2-cent per gallon increase on Tuesday…
After a five-day stalemate that left thousands of rail cars stranded, U.S. Customs and Border Protection reopened three bridges Friday connecting Texas and Mexico to freight rail traffic. CBP Halts…
An autonomous rail vehicle startup successfully demonstrated how its self-driving containers on wheels hook up, a key step toward long platoons of rail cars that can split apart to reach…
Atlanta-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider BWT Logistics has acquired International Express Trucking (IET), a North Carolina-based transportation and warehousing company. The deal expands BWT’s warehouse network and service offerings as…
Searching for a needle in a haystack often feels easier than finding the right overseas freight services. With endless options and confusing jargon, it’s a daunting task. But take a…
The winter holidays usher in the most dangerous driving conditions of the year. With more vehicles on the road, tighter delivery deadlines, and an increase in impaired driving, truck drivers…
Closing Gap Suggests Market Rebound After years of oversupply and weak demand, data indicates the trucking market could be poised for a rebound in 2024. Tender volumes climbed over 10%…
Freight capacity utilization is a key consideration when deciding between full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. Understanding these fundamental logistics loading terms enables cargo optimization. It also improves shipping…