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1989 to Now: Thom Albrecht on Freight’s Strange Cycle
Freight market outlook: Thom Albrecht says this is the most fascinating supply cycle he’s seen in his career. The Reliance Partners CRO breaks down why demand improved in June and July, why supply still drives the market, and what rail, chemicals, scrap and grain are signaling for trucking. If you’re trying to read where freight […] The post 1989 to Now: Thom Albrecht on Freight’s Strange Cycle appeared first on…
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Rail freight puts the pedal to the metal(s) in latest data
Minerals typically used in steelmaking led gainers in another solid week for freight on U.S. railroads. The post Rail freight puts the pedal to the metal(s) in latest data appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Trump hits pause on 50% Canada tariffs, extends trade talks
A temporary tariff suspension has bought Canada and the U.S. additional time to complete a trade agreement and avoid costly tariffs. The post Trump hits pause on 50% Canada tariffs, extends trade talks appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Liners and Red Sea: Damn the Houthis, full speed ahead!
Ocean container rates are on the rise, Freightos says, as carriers bet dollars to [terrorist] drones they can safely return to the Red Sea. The post Liners and Red Sea: Damn the Houthis, full speed ahead! appeared first on FreightWaves.
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FR8 Solutions settles RICO case over alleged $7,000 trucking rate gap
A Florida court dismissed the case after both sides reported a settlement. The filing does not disclose how much FR8 Solutions paid. The post FR8 Solutions settles RICO case over alleged $7,000 trucking rate gap appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Amazon drone delivery expansion targets 500 cities by year’s end
Amazon said it will rapidly scale up its Prime Air drone delivery service in the coming months. The post Amazon drone delivery expansion targets 500 cities by year’s end appeared first on FreightWaves.
Read More →Private Truck Council holds annual safety conference Sept. 9-11 in Florida
The conference is an educational program the organization said offers a unique format of presentations, problem-solving workshops...
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Regulators set schedule for review of UP-NS merger
The Surface Transportation Board resumed its review of the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger after lifting a prior delay. The post Regulators set schedule for review of UP-NS merger appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Freight Distress Report: More than 7,000 jobs cut in new wave of closures
A new round of layoffs and closures is hitting thousands of workers across manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, trucking and parcel networks. The post Freight Distress Report: More than 7,000 jobs cut in new wave of closures appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Hunt is on for mystery trucker who was the only one brave enough to physically stop slow-moving wrong-way motorist
Witnesses in Illinois are looking to identify a truck driver who singlehandedly stopped a wrong-way motorist by hopping out of his rig and grabbing the steering wheel. The incident happened on I-70 eastbound near State Route 4 on Saturday, August 15th in Madison County, Illinois. According to Fox2Now, a disoriented motorist was able to travel […] The post Hunt is on for mystery trucker who was the only one brave…
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For Nicky Cupp, Fleet Innovation Starts With Frustration
HDT Truck Fleet Innovator Nicky Cupp turns everyday pain points at Fraley & Schilling into opportunities for better technology and smarter processes.
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Trucker & passenger in serious condition after plunge off I-77 in W. Va
A truck driver and their passenger are in serious condition after driving off the side of Interstate 77 in Charleston on Wednesday morning. The accident happened on Wednesday, August 19th just before 6 a.m. on the Leon Sullivan exit along I-77 in downtown Charleston, West Virginia. According to the Charleston Gazette-Mail, the tractor trailer tore […] The post Trucker & passenger in serious condition after plunge off I-77 in W.…
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EXCLUSIVE: Americold’s Port Saint John bet stitching DP World and CPKC into one cold chain
Cold chain warehouse giant Americold is leveraging Canada partnerships to create a North American network. The post EXCLUSIVE: Americold’s Port Saint John bet stitching DP World and CPKC into one cold chain appeared first on FreightWaves.
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167 Logistics and Transportation Companies Made the 2026 Inc. 5000. Here Are the Freight Names Worth Knowing.
Every year, Inc. magazine publishes its Inc. 5000, a ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America based on three-year revenue growth, and every year it doubles as a snapshot of where the money and momentum are moving. For 2026, the logistics and transportation category landed 167 companies on the list, and the collective numbers […] The post 167 Logistics and Transportation Companies Made the 2026 Inc. 5000. Here Are…
Read More →July medium-duty truck sales increase on Class 6 strength
U.S. medium-duty truck sales gained momentum in July due largely to a jump in the Class 6 market, which showed a 39.4% year-over-year increase.
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Trucker stopped at two extra gas stations on his route to triple check his $50k winning lottery ticket
A truck driver says he made two extra stops at gas stations along his route to triple check his ticket after revealing a $50,000 lottery win. Truck driver Jason Nixon says that he was on his regular route in Severna Park, Maryland last month when he stopped at a 7-Eleven with a $10 bill. “I […] The post Trucker stopped at two extra gas stations on his route to triple…
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Consumer demand fires strong July for LA port
The Port of Los Angeles saw a near-record month on sustained consumer demand and opportunistic shippers. The post Consumer demand fires strong July for LA port appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Legislation to codify Freedom Haulers has officially been introduced
Legislation to codify the Freedom Haulers initiative was introduced by US Representative Brian Mast on Thursday. The legislation was introduced on Thursday, August 13th, just one day after US Rep Mast announced his plans to make the fast-track for veterans looking to get into trucking permanent. “Veterans have already proven they have the discipline, the […] The post Legislation to codify Freedom Haulers has officially been introduced appeared first on…
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Ocean Freight Rates Surge +400% — But Demand Isn’t Driving It
Ocean freight spot rates have skyrocketed by over 400%, but surprisingly, demand isn’t the primary cause. This SONAR Update breaks down how capacity control and strategic blank sailings by concentrated ocean carriers are driving prices. Plus, we dive into the state of trucking tender rejections, rising operating costs, and the shift towards a more regulated […] The post Ocean Freight Rates Surge +400% — But Demand Isn’t Driving It appeared…
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Why Shared Truckload Wins When Truckload Rates Rise
Shared truckload could cut shipping costs 30% to 40% as truckload rates climb. Flock Freight CEO Pat Dillon breaks down how it works, where it fits between FTL and LTL, and why shippers are leaning on it ahead of peak season. In this conversation, Dillon also digs into cargo security, fraud controls, peak-season capacity, and […] The post Why Shared Truckload Wins When Truckload Rates Rise appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Is Trucking Headed for a Multi-Year Recovery?
The freight market is undergoing its most significant structural shift since deregulation, with 20-25% of for-hire truckload capacity exiting. RXO’s Jared Weisfeld explains why this supply-driven correction, fueled by ongoing government enforcement and rising operating costs, points to a multi-year recovery ahead. Learn why prior cycle analysis might no longer apply and what shippers should […] The post Is Trucking Headed for a Multi-Year Recovery? appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Industrial Slowdown Ahead? ECRI Sees Freight Risk
Industrial slowdown ahead? ECRI says the global industrial cycle is topping out, and that could squeeze freight demand and margins in the quarters ahead. Lakshman Achuthan, co-founder of ECRI, breaks down what his leading indicators are showing, why PMIs may confirm the move later, and what a slower industrial economy could mean for freight operators […] The post Industrial Slowdown Ahead? ECRI Sees Freight Risk appeared first on FreightWaves.
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ID Logistics settles claim of Covid loan fraud for $2.6M
ID Logistics US has settled a case of alleged pandemic relief fraud for $2.6 million. The post ID Logistics settles claim of Covid loan fraud for $2.6M appeared first on FreightWaves.
Read More →Trucks nailed for left lane use
Police in one state say complaints about trucks in the left lane prompted an enforcement operation on a certain bridge, busting dozens of drivers.
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Need trucking equipment? No-reserve auction incoming September 3
Content Sponsored By Purple Wave When you’re counting on your equipment to keep freight moving, a no-reserve auction can be the fastest way to fill a gap. On September 3, Purple Wave puts trucks and trailers on the block with no minimums and no reserve—every lot sells to the highest bidder. Browse the lineup online, […] The post Need trucking equipment? No-reserve auction incoming September 3 appeared first on CDLLife.
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CVSA awards trucker with 3.6 million safe miles who hauls radioactive waste
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) honored a truck driver with decades of experience hauling legacy nuclear waste for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). On August 18, 2026, the CVSA named truck driver Tommy Cash as this year’s International Driver Excellence Award (IDEA) recipient. Cash achieved 3.6 million safe miles so far in his […] The post CVSA awards trucker with 3.6 million safe miles who hauls radioactive waste…
Read More →CAST Specialty trucker wins CVSA's top driver excellence award
'Tommy has set the bar so high, that we've had to adapt hiring and training standards further to keep up with his superior performance...
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New choices: BNSF expands intermodal rail option between Phoenix and North Texas
BNSF offers six-days-per-week between southwest hubs. The post New choices: BNSF expands intermodal rail option between Phoenix and North Texas appeared first on FreightWaves.
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Autonomous Truck Testing Moves Ahead in California as Teamsters Challenge Rules
California has begun permitting heavy-duty autonomous truck testing, with Aurora and Kodiak among the first to receive approval, as the Teamsters sue the DMV over the new regulations.
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Truckers must carry chains or face fines on multiple Colorado roadways starting in September
Truck drivers who travel in Colorado should be aware of commercial vehicle chain carry requirements going into effect in early September. Each year from September 1 to May 31, commercial vehicle drivers are required to carry chains or approved alternate traction devices (ATDs) when traveling on the following roadways: Colorado’s commercial vehicle chain requirements apply […] The post Truckers must carry chains or face fines on multiple Colorado roadways starting…
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