FedEx testing AI-powered, trailer-loading robots

The collaboration with Dexterity AI aims to help the delivery giant more efficiently load the wide variety of shipments it handles.

By Max Garland • Sept. 27, 2023

Dollar General to grow private fleet to 2,000 trucks by year’s end

The discount retailer’s private fleet now handles nearly half of its outbound transportation needs.

By Larry Avila • Sept. 18, 2023

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Peak season management

Higher peak season surcharges are one risk for shippers to manage this year.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Wawa debuts first-ever electric truck

The c-store chain will run a six-month pilot program in partnership with Penske in order to “test and learn” more about this side of the electric vehicle space.

By Brett Dworski • Sept. 12, 2023

CH Robinson optimizes with tech, reducing costs for shippers, CEO says

The brokerage reported productivity gains amid downsizing, getting closer to achieving a long-term goal.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2023

Shippers pushing former Yellow freight across LTL market

As much as half of Yellow’s freight could go to carriers outside the top 10, analysts wrote in a research note.

By David Taube • Aug. 18, 2023

Yellow’s top 30 unsecured creditors may see little or no money

The government’s estimated 30% stake in the bankrupt company puts it first in line for funds raised through sales of the LTL carrier’s assets, an expert says.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 16, 2023

What’s behind the summer of supply chain labor unrest?

From port disruptions to UPS and Yellow's dust-ups with the Teamsters, disputes between unions and employers are a recurring threat to the steady flow of goods.

By Max Garland • Aug. 16, 2023

4 supply chain insights for the second half of 2023

Experts gave tips on economic metrics to watch and how to assess producers’ readiness to nearshore during the live event “Supply Chain Outlook: Trends and Risks To Watch."

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 9, 2023

Yellow files for bankruptcy

The company had posted notices in late July it was ceasing operations.

By Colin Campbell • Aug. 7, 2023

Yellow shutdown may lead to sticker shock for shippers, analysts say

With bankruptcy looming for the major LTL carrier and its low-cost services, shippers will likely see rate hikes for similar services.

By David Taube • Aug. 4, 2023

Paccar projects boost in production for 2023

Despite lingering supply chain issues, the OEM aims to build at least 290,000 Class 8 trucks for the U.S. and Canada market.

By David Taube • Aug. 3, 2023

Railroads, car haulers scramble to meet auto delivery demands

Automakers have complained of delayed vehicle deliveries to dealerships. Rail carriers say they are fixing the problems, while trucking tries to seize an opportunity.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 2, 2023

Yellow ceases operations, bankruptcy expected

The third-largest LTL carrier posted notifications to customers and employees at terminals Sunday.

By Colin Campbell • July 31, 2023

California ports get more than $700M in federal grants

Many of the grants are specifically designed to help speed the movement of goods at the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach and Oakland.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 27, 2023

Teamsters call off Yellow strike at the 11th hour

The Central States Pension Fund granted the LTL carrier another 30 days to make $50 million in pension and benefit payments.

By Colin Campbell • July 24, 2023

General Mills adds warehouse automation to streamline supply chain

The company implemented warehouse automation in four locations and has "other projects in the works,” a spokesperson said.

By Alejandra Carranza • July 17, 2023

Tesla supplier to establish factory in New Mexico

Hota Industrial Manufacturing chose the state for its easy access to Texas and Mexico.

By Sara Samora • July 14, 2023

Shippers should plan now for a carrier market rebound, experts say

Excess capacity isn't likely to last long, and firms are slashing supply chain costs to prepare.

By Larry Avila • July 13, 2023

Uncertainty at Yellow sparks freight shift to other carriers

Some shippers are sending their loads to other LTL carriers over concerns about the company's future, TD Cowen analysts say.

By Colin Campbell • July 10, 2023

How JB Hunt and Schneider National are adjusting to intermodal uncertainty

Representatives for the carriers say their surplus containers will remain parked until demand recovers.

By Larry Avila • June 27, 2023

Trucking spot rates should be on the rise: ACT Research

“We are on track for a record contraction in labor capacity this year, which is key to the bottoming process,” senior analyst Tim Denoyer said in a statement.

By David Taube • June 21, 2023

CH Robinson selects Ford executive as its new CEO

Dave Bozeman is expected to take over leadership at the brokerage June 26.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

Union Pacific, BNSF launch new intermodal services at Port Houston

The rail carriers say added capacity will get consumer goods to market faster, and offer more routing opportunities from one of the nation’s fastest growing ports.

By Larry Avila • June 7, 2023

US Foods says focus on supply chain performance contributed to Q1 sales boost

The food company intends to expand its Pronto truck delivery service by up to seven markets this year.

By Larry Avila • June 5, 2023

2 terminals at Port of Long Beach close truck gates

As one gate closure extends until Tuesday, and another pops up in Los Angeles, industry observers warned the sudden closures could lead to congestion and other fallout.

By Edwin Lopez , Alejandra Carranza • Updated June 5, 2023