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Sunny outlook: optimism for the transportation market this summer

The Outbound Tender Volume Index shows an increase of over 7.1% The Outbound Tender Volume Index (OTVI) serves as a record of electronic requests from shippers to carriers, primarily in long-term contracts. This index has shown an increase between May 26th and June 3rd, of over 7.1%, highlighting one of the largest increases in demand […]

Top-rated interstates in the United States

A total of 19 interstate highways with scores ranging from 85.10 to 93.50, with a ranking developed by Trucker Path Trucker Path, a company specializing in management solutions for drivers, agents, and fleets, has recently published a ranking of the most and least favorable interstate routes for truckers in the United States. This assessment is […]

May shows decline in transportation jobs: what are the statistics?

Current losses put May total jobs at 24,600 below July 2023 level The monthly employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveals a significant decrease in truck transportation jobs in May, falling back to the level of last November. According to the BLS, seasonally adjusted jobs reached the same figure as November at […]

Briefs: truck parking, predatory towing and national diesel pricing

Trucking industry updates Parking legislation for trucks: will it become reality? The availability of truck parking in the United States remains a concern in the trucking industry. Some truckers have resorted to private paid options due to the lack of government incentives. However, several states are working on legislation to address this issue, including Minnesota, […]

5 years of closures: transport companies that left the sector

5 transportation companies that were forced to close their doors, affecting thousands of employees Over the past five years, the road transport sector has faced a series of challenges, from high demand to fuel price hikes and stricter regulations, along with a pandemic that drastically altered the supply chain. Despite efforts to stay afloat, market […]

From 1832 to 2024: the evolution and challenges of electric vehicles

The first electric car in the United States was introduced in 1832, 192 years ago Despite electric vehicles reaching their peak of popularity in the last decade, their history dates back much further than one might think. The first recorded electric car appeared in the 1800s, facing similar issues to modern electric vehicles despite belonging […]

Adopting AI in the transportation industry

AI in the transportation sector is still in its early stages, with multiple potential applications Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term that describes software capable of simulating human intelligence and has existed for more than half a century. In recent years, its development has permeated various fields, including freight transportation, where investment in AI aims […]

How to navigate the transition to zero-emission fleets

5 steps to take before, during, and after acquiring zero-emission vehicles The new regulations for the implementation of zero-emission vehicles have led fleet owners to feel pressured by the imminent change. The transition and the possibility of abandoning diesel trucks result in stress and confusion for those seeking to comply with the new requirements, as […]

The future of transportation could affect the evolution of traffic lights

The implementation of a new traffic signal system could be much closer than people think Transportation is undergoing constant transformation as vehicles become smarter and more autonomous. This evolution also affects other technological aspects of the industry, such as traffic lights, which have been a method of control and safety for over a century. Researchers […]

Drivers could face license suspension if RTD process is not completed

163,318 holders of CDL and CLP licenses are registered as “prohibited” The latest FMCSA report reveals that 163,318 holders of CDL and CLP licenses are registered as “prohibited” in the agency’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. This center is an online database that monitors violations of the FMCSA’s drug and alcohol testing program. Under this prohibition […]