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James Miller specializes in global logistics and supply chain dynamics. His investigative work explores the intricacies of international trade, infrastructure challenges, and technological advancements shaping modern commerce. He advocates for sustainable practices and transparency in supply chain operations.
Small December Rise in Truck Tonnage Reflects Inventory Moves, Port Patterns and Weather Disruption
This piece reveals how U.S. truck freight activity finished the year: a modest December uptick against a backdrop of slow demand, inventory flows and port-level swings. Snapshot: What the December Numbers Tell Us December saw a small improvement in hauling volumes, but don’t let the uptick fool you—freight markets are still treading water. The ATA For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index rose 0.4% month-over-month to 112.9 and was 0.9% higher than a year earlier. On an unadjusted basis the index was up 4.3% sequentially to 111.9. For the full year, tonnage finished about 0.1% above the 2024 average—the first annual gain since 2022, but a very slim one. Key metrics at a glance Indicator December change
How the First Minute After an Accident Can Cost a Fleet Months of Time and Money
This article reveals why the very first actions after a fleet collision set the tone for weeks or months of costs, delays and headaches.
RouteMate’s Solutions to Recover Lost Trucking Revenue and Improve Fleet Efficiency
This piece reveals how unseen inefficiencies in fleets quietly erode gross revenue — and how RouteMate’s suite of tools fights back with greater visibility and control.
CETM calls for avoiding snow-alert areas and asks shippers to act responsibly
This article explains CETM's recent guidance on avoiding travel in areas under snow warnings and its request to shippers not to pressure carriers during adverse weather.
Year-End Bounce in Class 8 Truck Sales — December Lift, Annual Decline
This piece examines the December surge in U.S. Class 8 retail truck sales and why that month’s boost still left 2025 with a smaller market than the prior year. December’s Numbers: A Sequential Jump, Not a Full Recovery December retail sales for heavy-duty rigs rose sharply month-over-month, but they did not offset the year-over-year decline. According to industry reporting, monthly Class 8 sales climbed roughly 62.1% from November’s low base, yet total units for the year fell by nearly 13.3% . Monthly sales had trended below the prior year since June, leaving 2025 well short of 2024 levels. Why the Year Closed With a Spike Several cyclical and policy-related factors pushed purchases into
This article reveals how Recomotor is consolidating end-of-life vehicle supply into a traceable, industrial-scale network for recovered automotive parts and what that means for logistics and spare-parts distribution.
This piece examines the impending Supreme Court decision in Shawn Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC and why it matters for broker liability in freight brokerage. The ruling could redraw the boundaries between federal preemption and state tort law for freight intermediaries. What the dispute centers on At the core of the case is a claim that a freight broker negligently selected a motor carrier, allegedly leading to serious injury. The legal question is whether 49 U.S.C. § 14501(c) of the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (FAAAA) preempts state common-law negligence claims aimed at brokers for carrier vetting failures, or whether those state claims survive under the
Aerios Introduces AI-Driven Automation for Air Cargo Charter Quotes
Aerios has launched an AI-powered automation module designed to speed up air cargo charter quoting and to turn messy email requests into usable data in seconds.
Nominations are open for the 2026 TIACA Hall of Fame Award, which recognizes individuals who have delivered lasting impact across the global cargo ecosystem.
Why shippers prioritize critical SKUs and precision planning for Lunar New Year logistics
The focus here is on how shippers are favoring targeted inventory planning and flexible transport tactics instead of broad stockpiling ahead of Lunar New Year.
Court ruling makes Landstar fully liable for $22.8M verdict, reshaping broker risk
This article explains a recent Texas court ruling that now makes Landstar liable for the full monetary award in a serious 2021 crash, and what that development could mean for freight brokers, carriers, insurers, and logistics planning.
New Factory Projects in 2026: Lilly, Texas Instruments and Rivian Lead Large-Scale Builds
This article reveals the major factory construction projects scheduled to break ground or progress in 2026 and why freight and logistics teams should care.
