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• Steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs Explores US Sites for Rare Earths    (2025-10-20)
  Cleveland-Cliffs said two of its sites, one in Michigan and another in Minnesota, show “key indicators of rare-earth mineralization.”
• Trump Suggests US Will Buy Argentine Beef to Lower Prices    (2025-10-20)
  U.S. beef prices have been stubbornly high for a variety of reasons, including drought and reduced imports from Mexico due to a flesh-eating pest in cattle herds there.
• Toyo Tire CEO Expects Profit to Beat Guidance    (2025-10-20)
  The company’s five-year midterm plan to be unveiled next year will include details on stock buybacks and an investment of 100 billion yen to build two production facilities in Europe or Asia.
• White House releases more details of tariffs on heavy trucks, parts    (2025-10-20)
  The White House on Oct. 17 released additional details of the planned tariffs on heavy-duty trucks and truck parts starting Nov. 1, including an offset program aimed at encouraging more […]
• Amazon Delivery Firms Are Bailing Amid Rising Costs    (2025-10-20)
  Amazon launched its Delivery Service Partner program in 2018, offering aspiring entrepreneurs an opportunity to run their own businesses. Today, some fear the best days are behind them.
• Trump Lists Top Demands on China Before Trade Talks Resume    (2025-10-20)
  The president listed rare earths, fentanyl and soybeans as the U.S.’s top issues with China just before the two sides return to the negotiating table this week in Malaysia. 
• Perspective: People of Trucking Power the Nation    (2025-10-20)
  "I have felt deep gratitude and pride representing America’s 8.4 million truckers as American Trucking Associations' 80th chairman," writes Dennis Dellinger.
• The Godfather of freight visibility plans to give small truckers “Superpowers”    (2025-10-19)
  Travis Rhyan, the founder of 10-4, an early pioneer in the freight visibility space has now set out to create an AI-powered platform for small truckers. I had the chance to interview Travis about his journey and plans for Carrier1. Here is the interview: Craig Fuller: Welcome, Travis. Thank you for taking the time to […] The post The Godfather of freight visibility plans to give small truckers “Superpowers” appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Borderlands Mexico: Foreign trade zones gain traction as importers seek tariff relief     (2025-10-19)
  This week in Borderlands Mexico: Foreign trade zones gain traction as importers seek tariff relief; Exports drive Mexico’s surprise growth, but USMCA uncertainty clouds outlook; and Port of Victoria partners with Blue Energy on $1B nuclear power project. The post Borderlands Mexico: Foreign trade zones gain traction as importers seek tariff relief  appeared first on FreightWaves.
• PMTC supports 2+1 lanes, twinning on key Northern Ontario highways    (2025-10-18)
  The Private Motor Truck Council of Canada (PMTC) has written to federal and provincial leaders, calling for urgent safety and capacity upgrades to Highways 11 and 17, describing them as […]
• White House Details Trump’s New Truck Tariffs    (2025-10-18)
  Truck imports that qualify for relief under the U.S.-Canada-Mexico trade agreement will be exempt from the charges, but not buses, according to the fact sheet.
• Volvo Q3 North American Truck Sales Decline 20%    (2025-10-17)
  Gothenburg, Sweden-based Volvo Group — parent company of Volvo Trucks North America and Mack Trucks — sold 9,622 trucks in North America, compared with 12,026 a year earlier.
• Panjaab Transport denies wrongdoing, outlines plan to emerge from receivership    (2025-10-17)
  Panjaab Transport says it has a plan to emerge from receivership, with a $13-million mortgage approval in place that will allow it to cover its debt obligations. Company owner Sandeep […]
• US, China Plan New Trade Talks in Malaysia    (2025-10-17)
  Earlier this year, the two agreed to a truce in which Washington paused tariffs on Chinese goods while Beijing pledged to resume the flow of rare-earth magnets. That expires in November.
• Canada’s Labor Market Gains Mask Deeper Weakness    (2025-10-17)
  Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said he sees the Canadian labor market as “soft” despite recent data that showed the country added 60,400 jobs in September.
• Longhaul electrification feasible along I-10 freight corridor, report finds    (2025-10-17)
  Current operational realities of heavy-duty diesel trucking on the I-10 corridor are highly compatible with existing battery-electric vehicle (BEV) capabilities, a new analysis from the Smart Freight Centre (SFC), Altitude […]
• Training Your Driver on How to Handle Load Claims the Right Way    (2025-10-17)
  You don’t wait until the house is on fire to learn how to use an extinguisher. The same goes for load claims. If you’re running a trucking business — whether it’s one truck or ten — load claims aren’t a matter of “if.” It’s a matter of “when.” When that day comes, your driver will […] The post Training Your Driver on How to Handle Load Claims the Right Way appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Speaking English Is No Longer Optional. Over 6,000 Drivers Have Found Out The Hard Way.    (2025-10-17)
  It’s one thing to debate rules in Washington — it’s another when 6,000 drivers are removed from the roads.. That’s what’s happening across the country as federal regulators begin enforcing a rule that’s been on the books for decades but rarely taken seriously — the requirement that every commercial driver operating an 80,000‑pound truck in […] The post Speaking English Is No Longer Optional. Over 6,000 Drivers Have Found Out The Hard Way. appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Overlapping bills paving way for trucking’s language mandate    (2025-10-17)
  Republican senators are employing a multi-bill strategy to force enactment of English-only CDL testing and immigration-related licensing restrictions. The post Overlapping bills paving way for trucking’s language mandate appeared first on FreightWaves.
• OTA lays out playbook for tougher trucking enforcement    (2025-10-17)
  The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) is calling on the province to take stronger enforcement measures to restore compliance and safety standards in the trucking industry. This includes tightening oversight of […]
• Legislator proposes 'liberation' for diesels from emissions controls with bill to relax penalties for 'deletes'    (2025-10-17)
  The bill, introduced in the Senate, would ban the requirement for emissions control devices and onboard diagnostics systems and...
• US Blocks Global Carbon Tax on Ships for Now    (2025-10-17)
  Countries at an IMO gathering in London voted to push back for a year a decision on whether to make ships start paying for the more than 1 billion tons of greenhouse gases they emit each year. 
• Trailer manufacturer Wabash’s nuclear verdict lawsuit settled    (2025-10-17)
  The nuclear verdict against trailer maker Wabash National has been settled out of court  In a recent filing with the SEC, Wabash (NYSE: WNC) said it had settled the Missouri case that when the verdict first came down last year left the trailer manufacturer looking at a judgement of more than $460 million. That initial […] The post Trailer manufacturer Wabash’s nuclear verdict lawsuit settled appeared first on FreightWaves.
• FMCSA removes five ELDs, warns fleets to switch by Dec. 16    (2025-10-17)
  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has removed five electronic logging devices from its approved list as the agency steps up compliance oversight. The post FMCSA removes five ELDs, warns fleets to switch by Dec. 16 appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Understanding Factoring Contracts and Spotting the Traps    (2025-10-17)
  For many small carriers and owner-operators, factoring can feel like a lifeline. You deliver a load today, and instead of waiting 30 to 45 days to get paid, your factoring company cuts you a check within 24 hours. Sounds like a no-brainer, right? But what many don’t realize is that the contract you sign with […] The post Understanding Factoring Contracts and Spotting the Traps appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Smarter Dispatch, Faster Decisions – AI Isn’t the Future, It’s Right Now    (2025-10-17)
  There was a time when folks laughed at the idea of ELDs becoming mandatory. A time when faxing rate cons felt like standard procedure. And when you could run a whole dispatch board with nothing but a yellow pad and a flip phone. That time ain’t now. We’re living in the age of automation. And […] The post Smarter Dispatch, Faster Decisions – AI Isn’t the Future, It’s Right Now appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Five ELDs revoked from FMCSA's 'Registered Devices' list    (2025-10-17)
  Revoked devices include the Premium ELD, True Logbook, Xplore ELD, Kami ELD and Evo ELD. Carriers and drivers should stop using...
• Diesel Justice – How a New Bill Could Save Owner-Ops From Emissions Overreach    (2025-10-17)
  There’s a quiet, ugly truth behind many of the owner-operator breakdowns you see these days: DPF systems and emissions enforcement have bled carriers dry for years. The semiconductor chips, the sensors, the regeneration cycles—they’re not just technical burdens. They’re capital killers. Now, a new bill—the “Diesel Truck Liberation Act”—is pushing back against the EPA’s reach, […] The post Diesel Justice – How a New Bill Could Save Owner-Ops From Emissions Overreach appeared first on FreightWaves.
• UN postpones decision on shipping carbon tax    (2025-10-17)
  A proposal to tax ship emissions has been postponed after President Trump said the U.S. wouldn’t abide by any international agreement. The post UN postpones decision on shipping carbon tax appeared first on FreightWaves.
• J.B. Hunt Execs Optimistic Capacity Balloon Is Deflating    (2025-10-17)
  “The reason you’ve seen spot rates up in the last couple of weeks — it’s been because of the enforcement activity,” said J.B. Hunt Chief Operating Officer Nick Hobbs.
• Stellantis, Pony AI to Test Robotaxis in Europe    (2025-10-17)
  The agreement involves a battery-powered minivan as the initial fleet model for “accelerating the development and deployment of robotaxi solutions in Europe,” the companies said.
• Chase away the phantom: 'There is no shortage of American-made drivers'    (2025-10-17)
  NASTC President David Owen applauds the Trump DOT's move to change rules around non-domiciled CDL issuance and hold states accountable...
• CSX Profit Falls 22%, but Investors Look Forward    (2025-10-17)
  CEO Steve Angel, without promising a merger, said he would consider any opportunities that make sense for shareholders. He vowed to focus on making CSX the best-performing railroad.
• Royal Mail moves to diversify non-home parcel shipping points    (2025-10-17)
  The United Kingdom’s postal operator, Royal Mail, is putting its multi-channel parcel shipping strategy into overdrive, offering more out-of-home delivery options. The post Royal Mail moves to diversify non-home parcel shipping points appeared first on FreightWaves.
• White Paper: AI, Optimization, and the Power of Networked Logistics    (2025-10-17)
  Driven by new technology and the rising complexity of global supply chains, the transportation management landscape is transforming fast. To understand how the industry is adapting, FreightWaves and Blue Yonder surveyed shippers, carriers, and logistics intermediaries about their biggest challenges in data visibility, software limitations, and inbound logistics inefficiencies. This white paper reveals what’s changing […] The post White Paper: AI, Optimization, and the Power of Networked Logistics appeared first on FreightWaves.
• US to Ease Tariffs on Auto Industry    (2025-10-17)
  The Commerce Department is slated to announce a five-year extension for an arrangement that allows automakers to reduce what they pay in tariffs on imported car parts.
• Port of Charleston TEUs lower on trade reset    (2025-10-17)
  Strong Q1 for South Carolina inland, ro/ro as trade issues damped volumes at the Port of Charleston. The post Port of Charleston TEUs lower on trade reset appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Volvo Projects Weakness in North American Truck Market    (2025-10-17)
  The manufacturer on Oct. 17 projected declining North American truck registrations for 2026, with CEO Martin Lundstedt citing rising uncertainty tied to President Trump’s planned duties.
• California says English tests at roadside for truck drivers not needed after $40M DOT penalty    (2025-10-17)
  California responded to DOT pulling $40 million in funding by saying its licensing procedures ensure all California CDL holders...
• CSX earnings slump on charges, coal decline    (2025-10-16)
  CSX third quarter were dragged down by declining coal shipments that outweighed higher intermodal traffic. The post CSX earnings slump on charges, coal decline appeared first on FreightWaves.
• How Flexport simplifies complex global trade    (2025-10-16)
  Flexport has introduced a new Customs Technology Suite designed to help importers manage tariffs, reduce costs, and navigate increasingly complex trade environments. The launch, part of the company’s broader Fall 2025 technology rollout, adds to a growing portfolio of digital tools aimed at improving visibility and efficiency across global supply chains. The Customs Technology Suite […] The post How Flexport simplifies complex global trade appeared first on FreightWaves.
• First look: CSX Q3 earnings    (2025-10-16)
  CSX reported third quarter adjusted net earnings of $818 million, or $0.44 per share, beating forecasts of $0.42 for the eastern railroad operator. The post First look: CSX Q3 earnings appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Carney Links Stellantis Factory Future to USMCA Outcome    (2025-10-16)
  Stellantis declined to comment on conversations with the government. It has confirmed it’s adding a third shift at an Ontario facility and described Canada as “very important” to its plans.
• US Deficit Dips to $1.78 Trillion as Tariff Revenue Soars    (2025-10-16)
  The deficit for the fiscal year was $1.78 trillion, down from $1.82 trillion in 2024, a drop of 2%, according to figures released by the Treasury Department Oct. 16.
• Manac celebrates enhancements to Etobicoke, Ont., sales and service location    (2025-10-16)
  Manac purchased the building that served as its longtime Toronto-area sales, parts and service facility at 130 Belfield Rd. in Etobicoke, Ont., about five years ago. And now, it has […]
• States Targeted by DOT Respond to Non-Domiciled CDL Freeze    (2025-10-16)
  An FMCSA audit recently found compliance issues in California, Colorado, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas and Washington. South Dakota was first to acknowledge them.
• New guide: Cross-border ecommerce trends    (2025-10-16)
  Discover the latest trends shaping cross-border commerce — and how Avalara helps you turn compliance from a roadblock into a competitive advantage. Download our guide to see how top businesses are managing tariffs, trade rules, and duty protocols — and get actionable steps to simplify your global trade operations. The post New guide: Cross-border ecommerce trends appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Two Brampton, Ont., men charged after 72 handguns found in tractor-trailer    (2025-10-16)
  Two individuals from Brampton, Ont., are facing weapons trafficking charges after 72 illegal handguns and 66 prohibited devices were seized from a tractor-trailer last month. In February, the Ontario Provincial […]
• Ocean freight rates plummet amid China chaos    (2025-10-16)
  Container rates on key trans-Pacific routes accelerated their decline as China and the U.S. escalated their trade war. The post Ocean freight rates plummet amid China chaos appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Withholding $40 Million for ELP Noncompliance: What Precedent Is This Setting?    (2025-10-16)
  Recently, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced it would withhold approximately $40.7 million in federal grant funding from the state of California, citing that it failed to enforce the federal English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirement for commercial drivers.  That move is deeper than headline politics. For the trucking industry — especially small carriers and […] The post Withholding $40 Million for ELP Noncompliance: What Precedent Is This Setting? appeared first on FreightWaves.
• J.B. Hunt Q3 Profit Jumps 12.3%, Beats Analyst Expectations    (2025-10-16)
  Companywide cost-cutting initiatives are having an effect, the company said of its third-quarter earnings report released after the market closed Oct. 15.
• September Class 8 Truck Sales Fall 25% From Year-Ago Period    (2025-10-16)
  U.S. Class 8 retail sales fell below the prior year for the third month in a row in September, according to Wards Intelligence data.
• AI-assisted truck inspections? Arkansas getting in the game for $2.7M | WB I-94 closure incoming    (2025-10-16)
  Arkansas is set to begin using AI to help streamline inspections in high-freight-traffic areas with weigh-in-motion sensors, tire...
• Hang Out at the Tennessee Aquarium with Freight’s Biggest Leaders    (2025-10-16)
  This year’s F3: Future of Freight Festival will bring back rapid-fire demos, high-tech exhibits, engaging discussions with thought-provoking speakers, market insights, fun networking experiences, live music and more, but this time totally reimagined to fully immerse you in a festival atmosphere with more venues, experiences, and Chattanooga vibes. Join the greatest minds in the industry Oct. 21-22, 2025, for the largest festival in freight. The post Hang Out at the Tennessee Aquarium with Freight’s Biggest Leaders appeared first on FreightWaves.
• GM Pauses Battery Material Plans in Canada on EV Pullback    (2025-10-16)
  GM agreed in 2022 to buy nickel supplies from Brazilian miner Vale as part of a strategy to build up its battery supply chain for EVs, but the pause has meant cancellation of the project. 
• Railroads set shareholder vote on transcontinental merger    (2025-10-16)
  Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern have set a date for shareholders to vote on their historic $85 billion merger proposal.  The post Railroads set shareholder vote on transcontinental merger appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Washington in Shutdown Mode Amid Partisan Impasse    (2025-10-16)
  Washington’s partisan impasse continues to keep the federal government in a partial shutdown as the transportation panels eye consideration of a multiyear highway measure.
• Lawmaker seeks to decriminalize truck equipment tampering    (2025-10-16)
  New legislation in the Senate would vacate sentences for truck mechanics convicted of tampering with emissions controls and strip EPA’s authority over vehicle pollution rules. The post Lawmaker seeks to decriminalize truck equipment tampering appeared first on FreightWaves.
• US Seeks Independent Bankruptcy Probe of First Brands Crash    (2025-10-16)
  First Brands has admitted it can’t find $2.3 billion related to off-balance sheet financing deals. Lawyers for the U.S. Trustee  asked a judge to move up a hearing on the request to Oct. 29.
• Visa pause, ICE crackdowns squeeze Laredo carriers    (2025-10-16)
  The Trump administration’s pause on work visas for foreign truck drivers — combined with tighter ICE enforcement — is creating upheaval in the cross-border freight market. The post Visa pause, ICE crackdowns squeeze Laredo carriers appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Non-Owned Trailers – An Insurance Discussion    (2025-10-16)
  A situation:Motor carrier has a non-owned trailer in their possession that they “just” have –no written agreement – borrowed is a term that might describe this best. Mostall insurance carriers who specialize in providing Physical Damage insurance tomotor carriers will provide coverage that is commonly named “Non-OwnedTrailer Physical Damage”. Since this is not “standard ISO […] The post Non-Owned Trailers – An Insurance Discussion appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trucking Faces More Frugal Consumers This Holiday Season    (2025-10-16)
  The Project44 2025 Annual State of Consumer Holiday Shopping Report found that 40% of consumers have capped their holiday budgets at $500 amid economic uncertainty
• Amazon Freight Partners: Redefining Driver Careers in Transportation    (2025-10-16)
  Over the past several years, the transportation industry has struggled to keep pace with soaring e-commerce demand. Against this backdrop, Amazon developed the Amazon Freight Partner program to create opportunities within its middle-mile logistics network for both leaders looking to start a transportation business and professional CDL-A drivers looking to expand their driving career. The post Amazon Freight Partners: Redefining Driver Careers in Transportation appeared first on FreightWaves.
• DOT penalizes California $40M over repeated refusal to enforce English language regs for truckers    (2025-10-16)
  DOT Secretary Sean Duffy called out California Governor Gavin Newsom for 'obstructing federal law' by not enforcing English language...
• Bring Back the Real CDL Training – Revisiting the Smith System in a World of Corners Cut    (2025-10-16)
  When I first stepped into CDL school more than two decades ago, there was one thing that stuck with me—not just for the test, not just for the road exam—but something that still rides with me every single mile: the Smith System. They didn’t just teach it. They drilled it. Burned it into our brains […] The post Bring Back the Real CDL Training – Revisiting the Smith System in a World of Corners Cut appeared first on FreightWaves.