3 forces that will move freight markets in 2019 … and 1 that won't

New regulations, operating models and economic changes will lead to shifting trends this year in trucking, ocean shipping and rail.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 7, 2019

Trucking market expected to cool in 2019

A combination of unsustainable economic growth and overall uncertainty has analysts expecting a slowdown in the trucking market and the economy overall. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 7, 2019

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Inside the trends affecting logistics management

The demise of the de minimis exception, trade tensions and tariffs are among the new challenges logistics managers are facing.  

By Supply Chain Dive staff

California publishes list of trucking companies with pending labor violations

After a 90-day waiting period, retailers and other companies that contract trucking services at ports will be on the hook for unpaid wages, unreimbursed expenses, damages, penalties and applicable interest owed to drivers. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 4, 2019

How Walmart hired 1,400 drivers last year

Shorter hiring cycles and referral bonuses helped Walmart meet its driver needs in a tight labor market. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 3, 2019

FMCSA overrules California's stricter HOS rules

The decision fulfills the wish of the American Trucking Associations, which petitioned the FMSCA to interfere with California's regulations in September.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 2, 2019

How the ELD mandate affected supply chains in 2018

Many carriers feared the electronic logging device mandate would permanently squeeze the trucking industry, but capacity appears to be rebounding.   

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 21, 2018

Tesla had quite a year in 2018

Though founder Elon Musk’s antics on Twitter were often the lead story in 2018, the company’s supply chain difficulties also made headlines.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 21, 2018

California tackled supply chain labor issues head on in 2018

Golden State courts and legislators took it upon themselves to clear up the difference between employees and independent contractors and hold shippers accountable.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 21, 2018

How software can save your holiday supply chain

Retailers can rely on intelligent software to help them forecast inventory, improve decision-making and decrease empty carrier miles to better meet customer needs. 

By Pervinder Johar, CEO, Blume Global • Dec. 19, 2018

Uber Freight adds facility data to shipper platform

The "Freight Insights" tool will roll out this month and further promote transparency in the logistics industry. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 18, 2018

FMC to create a Shipper Advisory Board

The agency approved the move as it considered changes to detention and demurrage practices and realized the commission's need for regular insight from stakeholders.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 11, 2018

Report calls for gas tax hike and 'miles-traveled' tax

The gas tax has not been increased since 1993 and its Highway Trust Fund, which pays for infrastructure improvements, is predicted to zero out by 2020. 

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 10, 2018

USDOT, NACTO release guidelines to redesign large vehicles for urban areas

Recommendations include retrofitting existing fleet vehicles for better visibility and using advanced driver assistance systems that include cameras, radar and sensors. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 10, 2018

Breaking down 'deep concerns' about XPO Logistics

A media investigation into warehouse conditions in Memphis, Tennessee, sparked a storm for XPO and Verizon as regulators look to define who in the supply chain is responsible for managing labor risk.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 6, 2018

LTL Freight rate outlook: What to expect in less than truckload shipping rates in 2019

LTL freight rates are expected to increase in 2019 as carriers re-evaluate trucking market trends from the past year.   

Dec. 5, 2018

Major roads still dangerous after Alaska earthquake rattles infrastructure

Operations at the Port of Anchorage have resumed, but the state's transportation department is warning residents to steer clear of major highways leading from the port.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 4, 2018

Trucking growth keeps pricing power in carriers' hands

Technology will keep this extended period of growth, despite finite capacity, from causing long-term inflation in freight markets, according to Cass.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 3, 2018

Innovator of the Year: Uptake

The startup has made clear moves to compete with tent pole names within its sphere and achieved serious progress beyond its bread and butter.

By Emma Cosgrove • Dec. 3, 2018

New York City introduces 'high vision' trucks

Driver reaction time is 70% slower in traditional vehicles versus these "high vision" vehicles, according to a study by the City of London.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 30, 2018

Uber Freight, Convoy bet on lane visibility to lure shippers

New platforms from the two companies empower shippers with information in the on-demand trucking market. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Nov. 30, 2018

Penske joins campaign to recruit next generation of truck technicians

The logistics company seeks to encourage students to look at vehicle technician opportunities in a national, multi-year campaign.

By Barry Hochfelder • Nov. 29, 2018

Port drivers file wage claims with City of Los Angeles

Truck drivers for California Cartage Express are asking the city to conduct a company-wide investigation over what they claim are systemic labor violations.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated Nov. 30, 2018

From ports to roads: How supply chains can prepare for climate change — now

A White House report says climate change will wreak havoc on infrastructure, presenting further volatility to supply chains.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 29, 2018

J.B. Hunt teams up with Project44 on LTL visibility

The partnership arrives amid a Thanksgiving shopping weekend where growth in LTL shipments outpaced overall shipment growth by three to one.

By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 28, 2018

Truck market tightens ahead of Thanksgiving

Grocers rushing to stock shelves and truck drivers' vacations led refrigerated freight spot rates to rise for a third straight week in November.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 21, 2018