The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has formed a Truck Leasing Task Force to address predatory lease-purchase agreements that exploit truck drivers.

According to industry experts, the lack of visibility into sustainable sourcing poses a significant risk in supply chains, pushing companies to prioritize suppliers with genuine sustainability practices.

United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain is leading the union with a new, politically savvy strategy in contract negotiations with Detroit automakers.

Over 100 groups, including truckers from Florida and Pennsylvania, have sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to reverse the federal tailpipe emissions regulations for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Sennder, the German digital freight forwarder, has announced the renewal of its joint venture with Poste Italiane, Italy's postal operator.

Arizona recently implemented a new law that requires vehicle weight-restriction signs on state highways to be designed by the state transportation department for enforcement.

Redwood Logistics has acquired Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions and Global Distribution and Logistics, expanding its geographic reach and customer base.

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has expressed opposition to the PRO Act, stating that it would create confusion and jeopardize the established business model in the trucking industry.

The Women In Trucking Association 2023 Index reveals that while women continue to make inroads in trucking and transportation, they still represent a low percentage of professional truck drivers and technicians.

OOIDA President Todd Spencer provides insight into the alleged driver shortage in the trucking industry, attributing it to the inability of large fleets to retain drivers rather than a true shortage.

The adoption of demand sensing and shaping techniques, previously prevalent in the B2C sector, is now making its way into the B2B landscape, according to Sujit Singh, COO of Arkieva.

Unprecedented rain and flash flooding continue to wreak havoc across the Northeast, leading to evacuations, road closures, and heightened risks.

State lawmakers across the United States are considering legislation on the use of ticket cameras and automated enforcement systems in response to federal guidance authorizing investment in roadway safety programs.

Economic activity in the logistics industry declined for the second consecutive month in June, as revealed by the Logistics Managers' Index report.

Workers in the United Auto Workers (UAW) union are expressing concerns that major automakers are using the transition to electric vehicles to undercut wages, leading to tensions between the union and the Biden administration.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's concerns about air traffic control issues causing flight delays in the New York region are supported by a Department of Transportation audit, which revealed severe understaffing in critical air-traffic facilities.

Oceanworks, a global marketplace for recycled plastic, leverages blockchain technology to verify the origin of products and track them through the supply chain.

The marijuana supply chain faces unique challenges due to legal restrictions and state-specific regulations.

The railroad industry has filed a lawsuit to block a new rule in Ohio that mandates a two-person crew for freight trains and imposes stricter regulations on wayside detectors.

Major truck manufacturers have made a commitment to cease the sale of new gas-powered vehicles in California by the mid-2030s.