Covenant sees bids at ‘all-time highs,’ CEO says

Bids are up 17% since August, which usually doesn’t occur until November through February, CEO David Parker said in a recent earnings call.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 31, 2025

Trucking carriers work to combat soft market

Less-than-truckload providers are prioritizing profitability over volume to weather the downward freight cycle, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 29, 2025

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Old Dominion Freight Line plans 4.9% rate increase

The change will occur Nov. 3 due to factors such as rising costs in real estate, new equipment and employee compensation packages, the LTL carrier said.

By David Taube • Oct. 22, 2025

US formalizes tariffs on trucks, buses

Duties of 25% on trucks and 10% on buses begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers — including automakers — may qualify for cost offsets.

By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025

The new blueprint for high-stakes supply chains

High-stakes supply chains demand precision, security, and trust—failure isn’t an option.

Oct. 6, 2025

Top supply chain conferences to keep on your radar in 2026

Next year’s trade shows will showcase resilience strategies, technology adoption and talent development as companies contend with tariff volatility and other challenges. 

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 2, 2025

Major ports so far unscathed by Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act

The president’s legislation rescinded $60 million in environmental programs created under the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2025

Truckload volumes cooled in August as frontloading surge wanes

A push to pull cargo forward earlier in the year to dodge tariffs is affecting typical season demand for trucks, said Ken Adamo, DAT chief of analytics. 

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 24, 2025

ITS Logistics leverages flexible transportation model for retail hubs

Owned assets, drop trailer pools and vetted partner carriers are some of the options ITS will use to move inbound and outbound freight.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 22, 2025

CH Robinson debuts cross-border service to maximize LTL trailers, minimize trucks

Using freight consolidation, the 3PL aims to help shippers save up to 40% in costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2025

UP, NS intermodal service to connect western, southern markets

The railroad service aims to offer truck-competitive transit times for multiple industries, including automotive and consumer goods.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 16, 2025

Werner expects cross-border benefits as manufacturers invest more in Mexico

The carrier says companies’ moves to expand shifts, equipment and facilities in the country could ultimately translate into more northbound traffic.

By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 8, 2025

Velocity to market: The new benchmark for supply chain success

Discover how increased velocity to market is helping shippers turn disruption into advantage.

Sept. 8, 2025

Trucking execs have mixed projections for back half of 2025

In recent earnings calls, some executives suggested favorable conditions are in store for the rest of 2025. Other outlooks were more tempered.

By David Taube • Sept. 4, 2025

Logistics management is leveling up with generative AI

Large shippers and TMS vendors have started to incorporate the emerging technology over the last few years with an eye on cutting costs and improving the user experience.

By Shefali Kapadia • Aug. 22, 2025

Tariff strategies, economic clouds: What to know for the rest of 2025

Industry experts discussed commodity markets and logistics changes at Supply Chain Dive’s annual outlook event.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 19, 2025

How FedEx’s Freight spinoff could impact shipper contracts

Experts say bundled agreements for LTL and parcel delivery services from the carrier are on the outs, potentially incentivizing customers to explore other trucking options.

By Max Garland • Aug. 7, 2025

Schneider starts early peak season surcharges for intermodal

The carrier is starting similar conversations with truckload customers about higher shipping costs.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 4, 2025

Shippers are being more decisive despite uncertainty: Ryder

The Trump administration’s sweeping new tax law has provided clarity for some supply chain customers, CEO Robert Sanchez told investors.

By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 4, 2025

De minimis’ end may boost intermodal cross-border activity

Meanwhile, the eradication of the exemption for shipments from China and Hong Kong is roiling the air cargo sector, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2025

Tariffs, economic uncertainties keep freight markets flat, analysts say

Truckload and LTL markets continue to face demand softness as shippers wait to see how trade policies evolve

By Alejandra Carranza • July 25, 2025

FedEx Freight delays LTL classification enforcement

The 150-day pause will give customers additional time to adjust, according to a notice from the company.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 22, 2025

Port of Oakland gets EV charging depot

WattEV's latest electric truck charging station continues the port's zero-emission efforts.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 18, 2025

JB Hunt peak surcharges begin earlier amid trade uncertainty

Tariffs slated later this summer are leading to varying feedback from customers as some expect a volume surge while others don't anticipate a change.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 16, 2025

Early peak season signals challenging market ahead for trucking

Shippers continued to frontload cargo in May ahead of tariffs, giving a boost to dry van volumes, but analysts note carriers still lack pricing power.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 25, 2025