Freight Carriers in Morden, MB Canada

Cross-Border Spot Rates Up 30% in Two Months as Produce, Fuel Squeeze

Uber Freight says some Mexico-U.S. corridors jumped 30% since February. Diesel hit $5.64/gallon in May. Reefer capacity is already tight.

Jun 7, 2026

Markets & Rates

Average Load Length Drops 21% Since 2024 as Intermodal Takes Long Haul

Outbound haul length fell from 607 miles to just above 500 miles in two years. Rail intermodal is winning transcontinental freight while short regional moves drive truckload dem…

Jun 7, 2026

Earnings & Financials

ArcBest Raises Q2 LTL Margin Forecast 200 Basis Points on Fuel, Rates

ABF Freight parent now expects 90.8% adjusted operating ratio in Q2, 200 bps better y/y, as diesel prices lift fuel surcharges and truckload shipments push tonnage higher.

Jun 6, 2026

General

Designer-Goods Theft in New Jersey Highlights Blind-Load Risk

Overhaul recovered $187,000 in stolen high-fashion freight after criminals targeted a blind shipment. The case shows how cargo-tracking hardware can cut recovery time when thiev…

Jun 6, 2026

Equipment & OEM

Commerce Recommends Duties on Chinese, Mexican Van Trailers

Investigation targets dry and refrigerated van imports plus subassemblies from both countries.

Jun 6, 2026

Owner-Operator Finance

The dealer's monthly payment hides 21% in interest. Here's the math.

A $75,000 truck financed at 9% APR for 60 months costs $90,940 all-in. The $15,940 gap is total interest. How to calculate what you're actually paying before you sign.

Jun 6, 2026

Electric Vehicles

Horizon Targets Class 8 BEV Tractor in 18 Months to Challenge Tesla Semi

The medium-duty EV maker plans to ship a Class 8 battery-electric tractor by late 2027, expanding beyond its current Classes 3-7 lineup.

Jun 6, 2026

TMS & Software Reviews

Tenet Transportation Tech and Crown Data Systems merge TMS platforms

Tenet's carrier operations software and Crown's airfreight trucking software are now one company. What it means for small fleets shopping for a TMS.

Jun 6, 2026

General

U.S. to Skip USMCA Renewal July 1, Triggering Rolling Reviews

White House will let trade pact enter annual review cycle instead of 16-year extension. Auto content rules, steel tariffs, and side deals now in play for cross-border equipment …

Jun 6, 2026

Compliance & FMCSA

FMCSA Reviews 11 Epilepsy Waiver Requests, June 29 Comment Deadline

Eleven drivers from nine states seek exemptions to operate CMVs in interstate commerce despite seizure histories. Public comment period closes June 29.

Jun 6, 2026

Compliance & FMCSA

DACA Recipient Petitions FMCSA for Class B CDL Exemption

California woman seeks temporary restoration of commercial driver's license eligibility for DACA holders. Public comment period closes July 2.

Jun 6, 2026

Fuel & Energy

Brent Crude Down to $94.23, Still 35% Above Pre-War Level

International oil benchmark slipped 0.8% Friday but remains $24 per barrel higher than late February, keeping diesel and fuel surcharges elevated for small fleets.

Jun 5, 2026

Freight Carriers in Morden, MB Canada

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Cross-Border Spot Rates Up 30% in Two Months as Produce, Fuel Squeeze

Average Load Length Drops 21% Since 2024 as Intermodal Takes Long Haul

ArcBest Raises Q2 LTL Margin Forecast 200 Basis Points on Fuel, Rates

Designer-Goods Theft in New Jersey Highlights Blind-Load Risk

Commerce Recommends Duties on Chinese, Mexican Van Trailers

The dealer's monthly payment hides 21% in interest. Here's the math.

Horizon Targets Class 8 BEV Tractor in 18 Months to Challenge Tesla Semi

Tenet Transportation Tech and Crown Data Systems merge TMS platforms

U.S. to Skip USMCA Renewal July 1, Triggering Rolling Reviews

FMCSA Reviews 11 Epilepsy Waiver Requests, June 29 Comment Deadline

DACA Recipient Petitions FMCSA for Class B CDL Exemption

Brent Crude Down to $94.23, Still 35% Above Pre-War Level