Toyota Moves Tacoma Line to San Antonio in Big Texas Bet
Toyota is relocating Tacoma production to San Antonio, adding to Texas's growing role as a manufacturing and cross-border logistics hub.
More Texas assembly means more inbound parts and outbound finished-vehicle freight near the Laredo corridor — shippers moving in this lane should lock capacity early as volumes build.
Small Brokers and Carriers Feel the Squeeze After SCOTUS Ruling
A recent Supreme Court decision is putting new pressure on smaller brokers and carriers, raising questions around liability and carrier-selection practices.
Vetting and documentation matter more than ever — pairing a broker with disciplined carrier selection (our Lia platform screens every load) helps shippers manage exposure.
Trucking Profits Collapse Despite Steady Shipping Demand
Carrier margins are eroding even as freight volumes hold up, driven by soft rates and stubborn cost pressure across the industry.
Thin carrier margins signal a coming capacity shakeout — shippers should expect firmer rates ahead and build carrier relationships now to avoid disruption.
CMA CGM Buys FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4B, Tripling CEVA's North American Reach
CMA CGM acquired FedEx Supply Chain for $1.4 billion, significantly expanding CEVA Logistics' contract-logistics footprint across North America.
Continued consolidation among 3PLs reshapes the vendor landscape — shippers should watch for service and pricing shifts and keep flexible alternatives in their playbook.
Trailer Rental Scams on the Rise — What Truckers Should Know
FreightWaves reports a surge in trailer rental scams targeting carriers and owner-operators, a growing fraud vector in the freight ecosystem.
Fraud and cargo theft continue to evolve — verify counterparties, confirm equipment ownership, and treat any too-good rental or load offer with skepticism.