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When Will Freight Market Conditions Improve?
Stubbornly weak freight market conditions have placed financial strain on 3PLs in recent years with an oversupply of truck capacity driving down rates and squeezing brokers’ margins.
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April 12, 2024Consumer Sentiment Falls Slightly in April
WASHINGTON — Consumer sentiment about the U.S. economy has ticked down but remains near a recent high, with Americans’ outlook largely unchanged this year.
Interactive Map: Where the 2024 Top 100 Logistics Companies Are in North America
Find out where the 2024 Top 100 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.
April 12, 2024Volvo to Build Heavy-Duty Truck Plant in Mexico
Volvo Group will build a heavy-duty truck manufacturing plant in Mexico to complement the Swedish original equipment manufacturer’s production in the U.S.
3PLs Persevere Through Down Freight Market, TIA Leaders Say
PHOENIX — Third-party logistics providers have persevered through a tough freight market while taking action to stem a rising tide of fraud, 3PL industry leaders said.
Samsung to Unveil $44 Billion Chip Push as Soon as Next Week
Samsung is preparing to take the wraps off a $44 billion investment in U.S. chipmaking as soon as next week, a signature project in Washington’s effort to bring production back.
April 12, 2024NHTSA Investigates Ford for Bronco Sport Gas Leaks
DETROIT — NHTSA has opened an investigation into a Ford recall for gas leaks from cracked fuel injectors that can cause engine fires, saying in documents that the remedy doesn’t fix the leaks.
IEA Warns Attacks on Russia Plants May Disrupt Diesel Market
The flurry of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia’s oil refineries risks disrupting global markets for petroleum products, the International Energy Agency said.
April 12, 2024Update: Norfolk Southern to Pay $600M Settlement Over Derailment
Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to a fiery train derailment in February 2023.
April 11, 2024