Freight transportation trends: Analyzing the September 2024 TSI changes
WASHINGTON — The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI), which is based on the amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry, fell 0.8% in September
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Trucking industry responds to Trump’s nomination of Sean Duffy as DOT Secretary
WASHINGTON — With President-elect Donald Trump quickly filling positions for his new term, members of the trucking industry are making their voices known on the
Empower the future: Nominations now open for TCA’s Young Leadership Program
Alexandria, V.a. —  The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has opened nominations for the second class of its Elevate Young Leadership Program. “Elevate is a remarkable
FTR, Truckstop report spot rates soft in the latest week
According to FTR, broker-posted spot rates in the Truckstop system either declined or barely rose during the week ended November 15 (week 46), depending on
Activity remains in negative territory for October according to Cass Freight Index
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — The shipments component of the Cass Freight Index fell 1.9% m/m in October, after a 1.7% decline in September. “In a
Three ELDs dropped from FMCSA’s authorized devices list
WASHINGTON — On Nov. 18 the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) removed three ELDs from the list of registered ELDs due to the providers’ failure
DAT Truckload Freight Trends show load posts fall 9%; truck posts hold firm
BEAVERTON, Ore. — The market for spot truckload freight cooled slightly last week, with fewer loads posted for all three equipment types compared to the previous
Texas man indicted for transportation of undocumented migrant resulting in death
TUCSON, Ariz. — Moises Gabriel Castillo, 39, of Texas, was indicted on Oct. 30 by a federal grand jury on charges of Conspiracy to Transport
NFI works to help military veterans as they transition to civilian life
Amy M. loves being a part of NFI and working in the finance department — but what really makes the company special for her is
Drivers Legal Plan announces endorsement by Florida Trucking Association
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Drivers Legal Plan (DLP), a national law firm providing legal services to commercial truck drivers has reported that Florida Trucking Association
Container trade booms in Savannah; October volumes soar 10%
SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Georgia Ports Authority handled 494,261 twenty-foot equivalent container units in October, an increase of more than 45,000 TEUs, up 10 percent,
Hazmat vehicles under the scanner: CVSA’s 5-day surprise inspection blitz nets nearly 600 OOS violations
Over five days this summer, commercial motor vehicle inspectors conducted 3,929 inspections of commercial motor vehicles transporting hazardous materials/dangerous goods (HM/DG) as part of the
Empowering women in transportation, SEFL recognized as top place for women to work
LEXINGTON, S.C.—Southeastern Freight Lines, has been recognized as a 2024 Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the official magazine
Motive unveils new Integrated Coaching platform to enhance driver efficiency and safety
SAN FRANCISCO — Motive has launched Integrated Coaching, a streamlined coaching solution that consolidates safety and compliance activities into one unified workflow giving fleet and safety
J&R Schugel celebrates 50 milestone years, honors Disabled American Veterans with epic gift
KIRKLAND, Wash. — J&R Schugel recently took delivery of a Kenworth T680 during a special ceremony at Kenworth’s manufacturing plant in Chillicothe, Ohio as part
PS Logistics bolsters its reach with acquisition of Fluker Transportation
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. —  PS Logistics, along with its subsidiary Blair Logistics (Blair) has acquired Fluker Transportation (Fluker), a founder-owned trucking company that specializes in flatbed
Harvesting hope: Valley Companies partners with After the Harvest to feed Kansas City
HUDSON, Wis. — It’s apple picking season, but not all of those fruits find their way from tree to mouth or table; after falling to the
Arizona DOT and employees earns prestigious award for employee military support
TUCSON, Ariz. – On weekdays, they serve the public working on Arizona’s highways, but on weekends and when called to duty, they serve the country
Truckers in revolt: New York Gov. Hochul reinstates controversial congestion pricing, industry vows to resist
New York, N.Y. – Governor Kathy Hochul detailed her vision to reinstate New York’s Congestion Pricing Plan after initially pausing the program. The Trucking Association
Landstar unveils new leadership team
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Landstar has announced two changes to its executive leadership team effective Dec. 1 including Joe Beacom as president of company subsidiary, Landstar System