Trump Delays Tariffs on Most Goods From Mexico for a Month
Trucking braces for Trump tariff impacts
The president didn’t back down from his second import tax deadline with Canada, Mexico, and China. Trucking analysts and trade groups warn of rising equipment prices and operations costs as economists fear recession. President Donald Trump went through on his threat to […]
Auto Haulers Eye Initial Jack Cooper Tailwind in Weak Market
The collapse of auto hauler Jack Cooper Transport is expected to provide an initial tailwind for other carriers in the sector, and possibly stimulate some appetite for mergers. However, weak light-vehicle demand that stymied auto haulers as 2024 wound down is expected to continue, as industry observers say macroeconomic trends point to further downside. […]
Amazon sets sights on LTL market
The e-commerce giant could launch the potentially disruptive transportation product in 2026, according to J.P. Morgan analysts. Dive Brief:Amazon is aiming to expand its delivery reach with less-than-truckload services, which could launch in 2026, according to J.P. Morgan research notes.Job postings from the e-commerce giant provide further evidence of the LTL expansion for Amazon Freight’s […]
AI virtual agents making the call
Brokers and other logistics companies with a high volume of incoming calls tend to rely on tedious automated phone navigation menus and are often forced to leave customers on hold for more complex issues. With a sophisticated AI voice agent, many of those calls can now be solved without needing a transfer. David Bell, founder […]
New US fees on Chinese ships may drive demand for Canadian intermodal rail
New US fees on Chinese ships may drive demand for Canadian intermodal rail The other winner would be Canadian rail carriers and ports, as a lot of US-bound freight will attempt to divert to Prince Rupert and Vancouver and then rail into Chicago and other points east. Those ports are often congested as is, […]
Move to consolidate executive branch authority over mail agency seen as possible precursor to privatization
J.B. Hunt Transport Services said it’s focused on finding the right intermodal freight to improve efficiency and minimize costs as market fundamentals remain tepid. The Lowell, Arkansas-based multimodal transportation provider outlined a three-pronged approach centered on rates, volumes and freight mix for the current intermodal bid season at Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select Conference […]
Borderlands Mexico: Organized crime groups fuel rise of US cargo thefts
Borderlands is a weekly rundown of developments in the world of United States-Mexico cross-border trucking and trade. This week: Organized crime groups fuel rise of US cargo thefts; Imperial Auto opens $21M factory in Mexico; EGO Group launches electronic components plant in central Mexico; and Billor opens logistics hub in Houston. Organized crime […]
Is Amazon on course to upend LTL industry?
Rumors signal e-commerce giant plans to become for-hire LTL carrier The less-than-truckload industry may face a seismic shift as rumors circulate that e-commerce behemoth Amazon is preparing to expand operations as a for-hire LTL carrier. LTL markets — already grappling with tepid demand and pricing pressures — now confront the specter of a formidable new […]
TMS
What is Transportation Management System Software? In today’s fast-paced world, transporting goods efficiently is crucial for business success. But how do companies manage these complex operations? Enter Transportation Management Software, or TMS. A TMS is designed to streamline the planning, execution, and optimization of the movement of goods. It’s like having a strategic partner that […]
