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Asking the Right Questions About Hazmat Transportation
Hazardous materials transportation carries higher stakes. The right questions can reveal how a provider approaches safety, security, compliance, and communication.
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Transportation Is Only a Fraction of the Solution
Most companies plan the freight. The smartest companies plan the operation.
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2026 Trucking Perspectives
Inbound Logistics’ annual market report on the trucking sector draws on the insights of both carriers and shippers to sketch an outline of an industry that is more critical than ever.
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C.H. Robinson to Acquire RXO in $5.8 Billion Deal
Combination would join two major North American truck brokers and carries a $300 million cost-savings target
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How Transportation Leaders Are Fighting Back Against Enterprise Cyber Risks
October 2, 2026 | By Amy Roach In freight transportation today, cybersecurity has become everyone’s job. That’s one of the key takeaways from this week’s National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) 2026 Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach, Calif. Traditionally, physical security and digital IT in the freight world lived in two entirely different universes. Freight […]
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FedEx Orders 2,000 Electric Trucks From Harbinger in $300M+ Deal
The binding order covers Class 5 and 6 pickup and delivery trucks. All units are due by the end of 2027.
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Logistics Industry News: M&A, Hires, and Deals
Fuel Transport and Kenvue launched eLoop, a Class 8 electric truck pilot operating across select urban routes in the Greater Toronto Area. The initiative is designed to test EV performance under real delivery conditions, including cold weather, congestion, and high-frequency multi-stop routes.
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Plan Complex Heavy Haul Moves With Fewer Surprises
Q. What should shippers look for when evaluating a heavy haul transportation provider? A. One important indicator is whether a provider can walk you through a comparable move in real detail, not just tell you it went well. They should be able to explain how they identified site constraints, permitting requirements, and routing challenges during […]
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Proposed Transportation Bill: What Does It Mean for Women In Trucking?
The House-passed Highway Bill addresses issues that are important to WIT members and can improve operational efficiency, productivity, and safety across the industry.
Read MoreWhy Carrier Costing Is Becoming Core Logistics Infrastructure
Q. Why is carrier costing getting more attention across the industry? A. Evolving beyond its traditional role as a back-office accounting exercise, carrier costing now serves as foundational infrastructure that supports pricing strategy, operational decision-making, and sustainability reporting. It is essential for carriers and shippers seeking transparency, efficiency, and resilience. Q. What’s driving its evolution […]
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2026 Inbound Logistics Top 100 Truckers
In a freight market defined by turbulence, which carriers dominate? Inbound Logistics’ annual list of the Top 100 Truckers reveals the leaders who are thriving by focusing on technology, unmatched efficiency, and a diversified service portfolio. From logistics giants to specialized haulers, the 2026 list showcases how the best in the business are adapting to new trade policies and an evolving economic landscape.
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Trump Administration Launches “Freedom Haulers” to Steer Veterans Toward CDLs
Interagency campaign shortens the runway from military service to a commercial license, as DOT pairs the recruitment push with continued enforcement against non-domiciled drivers.
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4 Most Critical Less-than-Truckload (LTL) KPIs for Shippers
Transportation spend is the most significant portion of overall supply chain costs, with the average company typically allocating 7% to 10% of their annual sales revenue towards transportation expenses. From manufacturing to retail, optimizing less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is essential. It helps you control costs to avoid overpaying while still managing the complexities of commingled freight, […]
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1 in 6 Women Truckers Experience Harassment. These Truck Stops Are Doing Something About It.
Data shows truck stops are the most common site of harassment against women drivers. WIM and Trucker Path are using technology and $200 million in federal backing to make stopping safer for women on the road.
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Clean Tech Hits Its Stride as Freight Faces a Defining Moment
ACT Expo 2026 signals a shift from experimentation to execution across fleets, fuels, and automation.
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Tesla Semi Enters Production as Diesel’s Cost Advantage Collapses
Tesla’s electric Class 8 truck is entering production just as diesel’s cost advantage erodes, forcing fleets to rethink the economics of long-haul freight.
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Driver Shortage—or Market Reset? How Compliance, Demographics, and Capacity Are Reshaping Freight
By Amy Roach | April 24, 2026 The trucking industry’s long-running “driver shortage” debate has taken on new urgency in 2026. But this year, the shortage doesn’t look quite the way it used to. As freight markets begin to tighten after years of excess capacity, a mix of regulatory enforcement, demographic pressure, and shifting labor […]
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Green Seeds: Logistics Companies Logging Real Environmental Progress
From the trans-Pacific corridor to natural gas exhausts, industry players are making measurable environmental progress—on the water, in the air, and on the ground.
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Supply Chain Autonomy Gets in the Zone
From AI-driven advancements in perception to new lanes for self-driving trucks, companies are making moves toward autonomy.
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Improving Highway Safety: Beyond the Blame Game
The notion that freight brokers should be responsible for evaluating carrier safety is not only unrealistic but counterproductive. This issue goes beyond liability debates. Clarity, accountability, and a focused commitment to reforms can make highways safer for everyone.
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