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SummaryView Transcript Tropical Storm Bertha is crawling along the Gulf Coast, raising concerns about significant coastal flooding and heavy rainfall. While this hurricane season is predicted to be quiet due to El Niño, Weather Optics’ Joshua Feldman explains why slow-moving storms like Bertha can s
SummaryView Transcript Tropical Storm Bertha is brewing in the Gulf, marking the second named storm of the season. While not yet a hurricane, Bertha’s path across the Gulf Coast poses significant risks to freight markets and the vital energy sector. Learn how flooding, production shutdowns, and reli
SummaryView Transcript The latest DOE/EIA report shows diesel prices experiencing their largest weekly jump since the Iran War, adding over 55 cents per gallon in just two weeks. This unprecedented surge in diesel, now twice the price of Brent crude, highlights severe imbalances in the global energy
SummaryView Transcript Discover how Armada’s CFO, Brian McGowan, tackles the complex, low-margin world of food and restaurant logistics. Learn how their comprehensive supply chain solutions, including innovative fuel hedging strategies, saved clients nearly $9 million amidst volatile fuel prices and
SummaryView Transcript Paul Boothe, Chief Commercial Officer at ODW Logistics, joins FreightWaves Today to dissect the nuances of the ArcBest-Molo acquisition, the impact of cultural integration, and the evolving dynamics of the logistics market. Boothe shares insights from his decades-long career,
SummaryView Transcript Is the freight market in a ‘Goldilocks scenario’? July may be seasonally slow, but underlying conditions suggest a significant shift towards quality and contracted rates. We break down why load boards are losing market share and what this means for future rate increases. Summa
SummaryView Transcript Every logistics company operates uniquely, so why settle for one-size-fits-all AI? Sushanth Raman, CEO of Pallet, introduces custom AI models designed specifically for individual businesses. Discover how sovereign AI slashes execution costs by 70-80%, enhances data privacy, an
SummaryView Transcript FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller reports LIVE from the world’s largest airshow with critical insights into the tightening freight market. Discover how international container spot rates have surged 400% and what this means for domestic trucking. We break down the quiet trucking m
SummaryView Transcript FreightWaves’ Phil Brink dives into two explosive stories shaking the supply chain: a $1 billion cargo theft network exposed by the FBI, and federal crackdowns on 75 CDL training schools suspected of widespread fraud. Learn about the sophisticated methods criminals use, the im
The U.S. commercial tire market requires more than product availability; it demands reliable supply, strong value, and tires engineered for the conditions fleets face every day.
Diesel is having its worst year in a decade. Early 2026 brought a supply shock tied to conflict in the Middle East, and prices jumped more than 40% in under two months. By spring, national averages were running $3.78 to $3.81 a gallon...
One working tractor towed two disabled units while cocaine allegedly traveled inside a sleeper compartment. The investigation led to nine arrests and a $2.1 million seizure. The post Truck tractors hauled 132 pounds of cocaine to Florida, sheriff says appeared first on FreightWaves.
This week in Borderlands Mexico: Cross-border trade tops $87B in May; Germany’s Döhler Group opens $64M Mexico plant; and Otay Mesa industrial property sells for $8.8M. The post Borderlands Mexico: Cross-border trade tops $87B in May appeared first on FreightWaves.
J.B. Hunt's strong earnings were largely driven by a historic growth in intermodal usage. The post Intermodal’s historic growth appeared first on FreightWaves.
Lucid Group Inc., the electric vehicle maker, said it isn’t considering a bankruptcy, and so far, the market believes it.
A recent SONAR Sitrep freight intelligence report examines how shippers can protect service and cost when market conditions change. The post SONAR Sitrep: Freight market pushes shippers toward network flexibility appeared first on FreightWaves.
Trucking co. wants FMCSA okay to log 1.3-mile trip between two facilities as ‘yard moves’ CDLLife
Mandatory evacuations across the Texas Hill Country are underway as life-threatening flash floods wreck bridges and roads with more heavy rain expected overnight.
Transportation and logistics provider ArcBest announced it is cutting 2% of its workforce and closing 10 less-than-truckload terminals. The post ArcBest announces layoffs, closing 10 LTL terminals appeared first on FreightWaves.
The Department of Homeland Security announced a partnership with the Department of Transportation after FMCSA identified approximately 75 CDL schools suspected of fraudulent activities. The post DHS, DOT partner to investigate 75 CDL training schools suspected of fraud appeared first on FreightWaves