Category: Market

Gas prices drop to lowest Memorial Day level since 2021

Truckers and travelers will find some welcome news on the road: fuel prices are set to hit their lowest levels since 2021, offering relief to owner-operators and fleet managers alike amid rising operational costs. As nearly 40 million Americans prepare to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend, they’ll find some relief at the pump: […]

Nissan to cut 20,000 jobs and shut down plants after posting historic losses

Following a net annual loss of $4.5 billion, Nissan has announced its most significant restructuring in decades. The company will shut down seven factories, reduce production capacity, and lay off 20,000 employees worldwide as it scrambles to recover from its worst crisis since the late 1990s. Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co. reported a net loss […]

How Digital Freight Brokers Are Revolutionizing Logistics in the U.S.

Digital freight brokers are shaking up the U.S. logistics and freight transport sector. Platforms like Uber Freight and Convoy are transforming how loads are booked, reducing downtime, cutting costs, and boosting profits for carriers — while creating a more efficient, transparent, and connected supply chain. A game changer for freight transportation For decades, the freight […]

Shipping companies cut routes between the U.S. and China

Amid the trade war, maritime transport companies have opted to reduce the main shipping routes connecting the two countries across the Pacific. In response to the growing impact of the trade war between the United States and China, driven by the administration of Donald Trump, several shipping companies have chosen to scale back key maritime […]

Regenerative Braking: How it works this trucking innovation

Electric trucks are not just reshaping freight transport—they’re setting social media abuzz. At the heart of this is regenerative braking, a technology that recaptures energy normally lost during braking and reinvests it into the battery. Here’s how it works In conventional trucks, braking is a process of friction: the brake pads clamp down on the […]

The world’s best highways according to AI: technology, modernity, and speed serving transportation

In the competitive world of freight transport, the best highways make all the difference: modern, safe, and technologically advanced expressways. but where are they? Across the globe, some roads stand out not just for their length, but for their modernity, safety, and cutting-edge technology. from the americas to asia, these highways are true examples of […]

U.S. truck fleets face rising tire costs

Truck fleets across the United States will soon face steeper replacement tire prices as international trade tensions and tariffs ripple through the industry. Major tire manufacturers have announced upcoming price increases, adding further pressure to an already strained freight sector. Beginning May 1, at least two global tire makers — Yokohama Tire and Sumitomo Rubber […]

Real ID Deadline Nears: What Truckers Need to Know by May 7, 2025

Final Countdown: What It means for truckers and all U.S. travelers After multiple delays and years of public messaging, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that May 7, 2025, is the final deadline for full implementation of the REAL ID Act. On that date, every air traveler aged 18 or older will be […]

Elon Musk Faces New Competition: Jeff Bezos Unveils a Cheap, Simple, and Effective Electric Truck

Jeff Bezos officially revealed its first model: the Slate Truck, a compact electric pickup with a radical and much-needed proposition. As major automakers scale back their EV plans amid market uncertainty, Jeff Bezos is taking a bold step forward. At an event in Los Angeles, Slate Auto — a new EV startup backed by the […]

America on Wheels: Why the Country Depends on Trucks and Their Drivers

From fresh produce in supermarkets to construction materials, nearly everything communities consume arrives thanks to ground transportation. Without it, store shelves would be empty in just three days. Though they often go unnoticed, trucks and their drivers are the backbone of the U.S. economy. From fresh groceries in supermarkets to building materials, almost everything consumed […]