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🎣 Final F3 Recap
FMCSA releases video for drivers to get back CDLs, Trump names commerce secretary, and more.
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Trade
Mexico-US Truck Crossings Hit Record High in Q2 2024
Northbound truck crossings from Mexico to US hit 1.97 million in Q2 2024, up 21% from 2018. Here are some stats, trends, and implications for cross-border trade from a supply chain expert.
Sponsored Content
Electrifying the Future: D-B Cartage's Green Freight Promise
Here's how D-B Cartage is leading the freight industry's shift to going green with their zero emission vehicles and driving towards a cleaner, sustainable future.
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🎣 Rail Strike: Freight Crunch
A major Canadian rail strike could be on the horizon, which might push more freight to trucks and lead to higher spot rates. Meanwhile, Circle Logistics just hit a big milestone, making over 100,000 calls with the help of AI.
Accidents
UPDATE: Truck Driver Sentenced for TikTok Fatal Crash on I-10 in Arizona
A truck driver for Mr. Bult's Inc. was sentenced to over two decades in prison for a deadly crash on I-10 in Arizona last year. Evidence showed he was speeding and using TikTok seconds before the collision that killed five people.
Freight Tech
Freight Brokerage Hits 100,000 AI-Driven Calls Milestone
This achievement is credited to their partnership with Happyrobot.ai, an AI dispatcher technology provider, and Transport Pro, a transportation management system (TMS).
Accidents
Tesla Semi EV Fire Shuts Down I-80 in California
A Tesla Semi caught fire on I-80 in California's Sierra Nevada, prompting a lengthy shutdown as authorities battled the intense heat and toxicity from the batteries.
Podcasts
The FreightCaviar Podcast: From Harvard to AI: Dhruv Gupta on Revolutionizing Brokerages with Drumkit
In this episode, Dhruv Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of Drumkit, shares insights on AI, brokerage evolution, and startup experiences.
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🎣 Illinois Trucking Court Ruling
Plus, a new Southeastern logistics company forms, XPO revives plans to sell European unit, and Transport Topics releases Top 100 Private Fleets of 2023.
Optimizing Logistics Through Effective Tendering
Logistics is an essential part of a company's identity. Logistics is often viewed as a cost, though it
M&A
Reports: XPO Renews Push to Sell European Unit
The European unit could potentially fetch around $2 billion, based on industry estimates.
Bankruptcies
Warren Trucking Firm Files for Bankruptcy After Stellantis Dispute
Ray's Transport files Chapter 11 after $1.2M Stellantis judgment. Continues operations as route broker.
Acquisitions
B.R. Williams: A New Logistics Company Emerging in Southeast
Haney and White acquires B.R. Williams, forming BRW. $100M revenue, 300+ employees, targeting $250M by 2030. Aiming to be major player in Southeast logistics.