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In May 2025, diesel fuel prices experienced a significant increase, with the national average rising to approximately $4.37 per gallon,...
Diesel Price Spike Puts Pressure on Shippers
The Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) fell into negative territory in February 2025, mainly due to rising fuel costs.
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Trump Tariffs Spark Fears of Freight Recession
In February 2025, the Trump administration announced a 10% tariff on Chinese imports, followed by a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminu...
European Ports Jammed Amid U.S.–China Trade Tensions
Hundreds of cargo vessels have been stuck at major European ports due to sudden rerouting and canceled orders stemming from new U.S. ta...
Red Sea Conflict Drives Up Ocean Freight Rates
Continued geopolitical instability in the Red Sea has forced many global carriers to reroute shipments around the Cape of Good Hope, si...
U.S. Ports See Volume Surge Ahead of New Tariffs
Importers are rushing to move goods through U.S. ports ahead of tariff implementation deadlines in March 2025. This has resulted in unu...
LTL Carriers Focus on Tech and Efficiency
The Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) sector is responding to reduced volume by doubling down on automation, route optimization, and digital to...
Truckload Market Showing Signs of Recovery
After 26 consecutive months of contraction, the U.S. ISM Manufacturing Index has finally returned to growth territory — a sign that the...
U.S.–Mexico Trade Volumes Hit Record Highs
In 2024, trade between the U.S. and Mexico surged to historic levels — and the momentum has carried into Q1 2025. The port of Laredo, T...