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U.S Delays Tariff Hike On Chinese Imports

The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) announced a two-week delay in the implementation of significant tariff increases on various Chinese imports, including a 25% duty hike on ship-to-shore cranes.

What Shippers Look For In 3PL Partnerships

These insights are drawn from the 2024 Inbound Logistics 3PL Perspectives report. In our 19th annual report, we've gathered and analyzed data from both 3PLs and shippers to examine the current services offered by 3PLs, identify what shippers seek in their 3PL partners, and explore the common challenges they face.

U.S Bank Freight Payment Index Q2 2024

In the second quarter, the national truck freight market continued its downward trend. Both the U.S. Bank Shipments and Spending Indexes contracted from the first quarter, though the declines were less severe compared to recent quarters. Three out of five regions reported sequential shipment gains from the first quarter, indicating the market may be stabilizing.

Drug Seizures Rise at Mexico Ports Amid Fight With Cartels

Drug seizures have increased at ports along Mexico's West Coast as enforcement agencies work to control shipping hubs influenced by violent cartels.

Undercover Agents Make $10.5 Million Cocaine Bust From Semi-Truck

A truck driver and a passenger are facing federal charges related to drug trafficking following an undercover operation in Massachusetts this week.

Carrier Review: ERL Intermodal SE Inc 🏆

Carrier Review of the week presented by CarrierSource! CarrierSource helps you find the best carriers to move your freight. Bringing trust to the logistics industry with authentic reviews alongside FMCSA safety, compliance, and insurance information. Carrier Review: ERL Intermodal SE Inc.

New Phishing Scheme Aimed At Freight Guards

New phishing scheme aimed at Carrier411 and users who are worried about potentially bad reviews or freight guard reports. This scheme uses fake domains and emails to trick the user into thinking they have a negative freight guard or review.

Tank Falls Off Flatbed In San Antonio

A military tank fell from a flatbed truck on Interstate 10 near the Wurzbach exit in San Antonio on Sunday afternoon.

Surge Transportation Emerges From Bankruptcy

Just over a year ago, the industry was stunned by the news of Surge Transportation declaring Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Equally surprising, Surge Transportation emerged from bankruptcy filed on July 24, 2023, to complete a successful reorganization by July 24, 2024.

Knight-Swift Acquires Dependable Highway Express

Knight-Swift Transportation has acquired Dependable Highway Express (DHE), a regional LTL carrier based in Los Angeles.

Q3 TD Cowen/AFS Logistics Freight Index

AFS Logistics, a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, and TD Cowen have released the Q3 2024 TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index, offering predictive pricing insights for truckload, less-than-truckload (LTL), and parcel transportation markets.

I-15 Shut Down After Semi Over-Turns

Interstate 15 was brought to a standstill near the Nevada-California border on July 26th following a truck fire involving lithium-ion batteries. The incident occurred on the northbound lanes between Barstow and Baker, California.

Tesla Unveils New Semi Factory Rendering

Tesla has unveiled plans for a dedicated factory to produce its electric Semi trucks adjacent to Gigafactory Nevada. While the Tesla Semi was initially introduced in 2017 with a projected market launch in 2020, production did not commence until late 2022.

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