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• Former FedEx CFO John Dietrich joins American Airlines board    (2026-07-15)
  American Airlines’ board of directors has elected former FedEx and Atlas Air executive as its newest member. The post Former FedEx CFO John Dietrich joins American Airlines board appeared first on FreightWaves.
• U.S. launches more Iran strikes over Strait of Hormuz    (2026-07-15)
  The U.S. launched more airstrikes on Iran on July 15, after President Donald Trump pledged to intensify the bombardment until Tehran stops attacking ships.
• J.B. Hunt’s shares up 9% on Q2 earnings beat    (2026-07-15)
  J.B. Hunt Transport Services blew past analysts’ second-quarter forecasts on Wednesday, sending shares up 9% in after-hours trading. The post J.B. Hunt’s shares up 9% on Q2 earnings beat appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Cost to operate a truck hit record $2.34 per mile in 2025, ATRI says    (2026-07-15)
  The average cost of operating a truck climbed to a record $2.336 per mile in 2025 as fleets grappled with rising maintenance, toll, labor and equipment expenses while freight rates […]
• OOIDA urges House to vote on Dalilah’s Law after deadly Pennsylvania crash    (2026-07-15)
  The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is urging Congress to strengthen commercial driver licensing standards by passing Dalilah’s Law. The post OOIDA urges House to vote on Dalilah’s Law after deadly Pennsylvania crash appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Ruan launches customs brokerage    (2026-07-15)
  The brokerage will expand the truckload-focused carrier’s international trade and logistics capabilities across the United States and Mexico, Ruan said.
• STG Logistics exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection    (2026-07-15)
  STG was owned by Wind Point Partners, Duration Capital Partners and Oaktree Capital Management when it sought court protection.
• Avoiding AI Failure: The #1 mistake costing logistics companies    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Many companies jumped on the AI hype train, but not all survived. Our expert dives into the critical difference between building AI for ‘corner cases’ and truly understanding your business fundamentals to create lasting value. Learn why some businesses with ‘tens of millions’ in valuation went to zero after major AI model releases. […] The post Avoiding AI Failure: The #1 mistake costing logistics companies appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Is AI the Next Digital Brokerage Hype Cycle? | Logistics & Supply Chain    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript The question on everyone’s mind: Is AI a bubble, or is it truly transforming the supply chain? Eric Rempel, Chief Innovation Officer at Redwood, unpacks the hype versus the real value of AI in logistics. He shares insights on why companies are adopting AI, how it’s impacting jobs (and creating new ones!), and […] The post Is AI the Next Digital Brokerage Hype Cycle? | Logistics & Supply Chain appeared first on FreightWaves.
• LSP44 vs. project44: Why Project44 Split Into Two Companies    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Project44 is splitting into two distinct companies: the original Project44 focusing on shippers, and the newly formed LSP44 targeting logistics service providers. CEO Jett McCandless explains the strategic rationale behind this bold move, revealing that a ‘desire to win’ against the complexities of different client needs was the driving force. Discover why this […] The post LSP44 vs. project44: Why Project44 Split Into Two Companies appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Why ‘Vibecoding’ a TMS is a Recipe for Disaster in Logistics    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Building a robust Transportation Management System (TMS) isn’t a side project. Alyssa Norcross, Group Product Manager at Revenova, breaks down why relying on “vibecoding” for complex logistics operations is a flawed approach. She emphasizes the critical need for enterprise-grade solutions built on solid infrastructure like Salesforce, highlighting the importance of depth, integrations, security, […] The post Why ‘Vibecoding’ a TMS is a Recipe for Disaster in Logistics appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Maersk to run $100M Boston fulfillment center for large retailer    (2026-07-15)
  Maersk will fulfill orders for the Northeast region for a large e-commerce seller from a new Boston facility. The post Maersk to run $100M Boston fulfillment center for large retailer appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Port of Los Angeles sees new June box mark    (2026-07-15)
  The Port of Los Angeles topped 1 million TEUs for only the third month in its 118-year history. The post Port of Los Angeles sees new June box mark appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Navistar defeats $16.5M lawsuit over delayed truck deliveries     (2026-07-15)
  Jurors in Michigan found Navistar was not liable for millions in claimed damages tied to delayed truck deliveries. The post Navistar defeats $16.5M lawsuit over delayed truck deliveries  appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trucking costs outpaced consumer inflation in ’25: ATRI    (2026-07-15)
  ATRI’s annual cost study showed numbers that rose at a faster pace than consumer inflation. The post Trucking costs outpaced consumer inflation in ’25: ATRI appeared first on FreightWaves.
• AI Adoption in supply chain nears peak hype, exec warns    (2026-07-15)
  Redwood's chief innovation officer says AI adoption in supply chain is approaching Gartner's Peak of Inflated Expectations, with a reckoning close behind. The post AI Adoption in supply chain nears peak hype, exec warns appeared first on FreightWaves.
• U.S. moves toward renewing Jones Act shipping waiver    (2026-07-15)
  The latest extension of the Jones Act is due to expire next month as the renewed war in Iran raises the prospect of prolonged fuel supply disruptions. 
• Amplify plant construction to be completed by end of 2026    (2026-07-15)
  However, the start of production at the site remains up in the air, said Daimler Truck North America CEO John O’Leary.
• WATCH: Hellish wildfire overtakes CN train, crew in Canada     (2026-07-15)
  Frightening video shows a Canadian National crew pleading for help as a wildfire threatens to engulf their train. The post WATCH: Hellish wildfire overtakes CN train, crew in Canada  appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Daimler Truck Finance: Navigating the Freight Downturn & AI Boom    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript After four years of shrinking capacity, is the trucking industry finally seeing the end of the longest freight recession on record? Daimler Truck Financial leaders Tobias Waldeck and Kevin Bangston share their insights on market recovery, fleet investment trends, and how new EPA regulations and the AI data center boom are reshaping the […] The post Daimler Truck Finance: Navigating the Freight Downturn & AI Boom appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Tesla, Paper Transport partner on electric semi evaluation in Chicago    (2026-07-15)
  Paper Transport Inc. has announced a partnership with Tesla to evaluate the Tesla Semi Long Range in dedicated operations within the Chicago market. The post Tesla, Paper Transport partner on electric semi evaluation in Chicago appeared first on FreightWaves.
• J.B. Hunt Earnings: The NEW Freight Market Barometer?    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript J.B. Hunt’s Q2 earnings are a crucial barometer for the entire freight market. This deep dive into J.B. Hunt’s intermodal, dedicated, and last-mile operations reveals how evolving market conditions like fuel costs, capacity tightness, and legal liabilities are reshaping the logistics landscape. Discover what these trends mean for your business in the second […] The post J.B. Hunt Earnings: The NEW Freight Market Barometer? appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Manufacturing Recovery & GDP Growth: What’s Next for US?    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Mark Vitner, Chief Economist at Piedmont Crescent Capital, joins FreightWaves to dissect the surprising resilience of the American consumer and the broader economy. Vitner explains why manufacturing activity and GDP are set for an upside surprise, while also highlighting the unique challenges in the housing market and their indirect impact on freight demand. […] The post Manufacturing Recovery & GDP Growth: What’s Next for US? appeared first on FreightWaves.
• AI DATA CENTER DEMAND: Why capacity is ‘tapped out’ now | FW Today    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript As Q2 earnings season kicks off, the spotlight is on big banks and tech giants like Taiwan Semiconductor. Christopher Versace, CIO of Tematica Research, breaks down why surging AI demand means data center capacity is already ‘tapped out,’ even with clients willing to pay double. Learn why this differs from the dot-com bubble […] The post AI DATA CENTER DEMAND: Why capacity is ‘tapped out’ now | FW Today appeared first on FreightWaves.
• EDI Problems SOLVED? Orderful Cuts Onboarding from Year to Weeks | FreightWaves    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript EDI onboarding can take a year, costing companies millions in errors. Orderful CEO Erik Kiser explains how their AI-powered, self-service platform is disrupting this outdated model, cutting onboarding time from months to weeks – with a goal of days or even minutes. Discover how their innovative approach, backed by a $35M investment from […] The post EDI Problems SOLVED? Orderful Cuts Onboarding from Year to Weeks | FreightWaves appeared first on FreightWaves.
• From $1 Sale to $4 Billion: NFI’s Journey Beyond Volatile Truckload | Supply Chain Strategy    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript NFI CEO Sid Brown pulls back the curtain on the company’s nearly century-long evolution, revealing the strategic decision to move away from traditional one-way truckload operations towards a diversified portfolio including dedicated fleets, warehousing, and intermodal. He shares a compelling anecdote about the brutal economics of trucking that prompted a significant business model […] The post From $1 Sale to $4 Billion: NFI’s Journey Beyond Volatile Truckload | Supply Chain Strategy appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trump’s Hormuz Policy Pivot: What it Means for Global Supply Chain    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript The Strait of Hormuz is facing a major geopolitical shift, as President Trump’s administration pivots from a proposed toll system to a full trade blockade against Iran. FreightWaves breaks down how this sudden policy change creates immediate pressure on global supply chains, leading to increased port congestion, rising international shipping rates, and elevated […] The post Trump’s Hormuz Policy Pivot: What it Means for Global Supply Chain appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Freight Profitability: Why Machines Outperform Humans in Fleet Optimization    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Discover why focusing solely on miles per truck misses critical profitability opportunities. Jake Dettmer of Optimal Dynamics explains how advanced decision automation and “forward yield” optimization help fleets maximize revenue per hour across their entire network, securing better margins even in tight markets. Learn why machines are set to outperform human decision-making in […] The post Freight Profitability: Why Machines Outperform Humans in Fleet Optimization appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Diesel Prices SPIKE, Hormuz Tensions Rise: What It Means for Trucking    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript Diesel prices are soaring, and tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting global supply. FreightWaves’ John Kingston breaks down the latest DOE report, crude oil futures, and the geopolitical factors driving unprecedented volatility in energy markets. Plus, find out why truck driver pay has seen an astounding 70% surge since 2020. Summary […] The post Diesel Prices SPIKE, Hormuz Tensions Rise: What It Means for Trucking appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Navigating Choke Points: Why Shipowners Face “Absolute Confusion”    (2026-07-15)
  SummaryView Transcript The Strait of Hormuz is facing unprecedented risk, with war risk insurance premiums soaring 33 times above normal rates. Captain Rahul Khanna from Allianz Commercial dives deep into how geopolitical tensions, misdeclared hazardous cargo, and a shift from efficiency to resilience are fundamentally changing the landscape of global shipping. Learn why shipowners are […] The post Navigating Choke Points: Why Shipowners Face “Absolute Confusion” appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Oil prices swing as Iran threatens to block energy exports    (2026-07-15)
  Brent crude, the international standard, dips 1.1% to $83.77 a barrel as Iran threatens to block energy exports.
• Arizona troopers sideline hotshot driver hauling water hoses without CDL     (2026-07-15)
  Arizona DPS recently cited a a hotshot driver for operating a commercial vehicle without a CDL. The post Arizona troopers sideline hotshot driver hauling water hoses without CDL  appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Waabi proves autonomous truck generalization with Volvo Autonomous Solutions    (2026-07-15)
  Waabi's self-driving software switched from a Peterbilt to a totally different Volvo truck and drove safely from the first mile, no retraining needed. The post Waabi proves autonomous truck generalization with Volvo Autonomous Solutions appeared first on FreightWaves.
• U.S., Canada contradict each other on Detroit bridge profit    (2026-07-15)
  At this point, there’s no sign the discrepancy will jeopardize the bridge’s planned opening on July 27.
• DoorDash teams with Shopify on delivery for small retailers    (2026-07-15)
  DoorDash has synced its marketplace with the Shopify app to enable small retailers with stores to utilize its on-demand delivery network. The post DoorDash teams with Shopify on delivery for small retailers appeared first on FreightWaves.
• California truck driver gets nearly 5 years in prison for deadly crash    (2026-07-15)
  A California truck driver was sentenced to four years and eight months in prison for a 2025 crash that left three people dead. The post California truck driver gets nearly 5 years in prison for deadly crash appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Oil supertankers increasingly bear brunt in Hormuz attacks    (2026-07-15)
  The attacks demonstrate the risk of transit for vessels that normally dominate the export of Persian Gulf barrels.
• VW adds $32,000 electric SUV as buyers face high fuel prices    (2026-07-15)
  Priced from around $32,000, the ID. Cross will pad out VW’s lineup of affordable electric city models that are increasingly competing with the likes of BYD’s Dolphin Surf.
• Producer prices drop 0.3% in June on lower energy prices    (2026-07-15)
  The Labor Department reported July 15 that its producer price index — which captures inflation before it reaches consumers — dropped 0.3% from May, biggest decline since April 2025.
• Why Logistics Tech Is Failing the AI Test    (2026-07-15)
  Gnosis Freight CRO Michael Rentz breaks down what operational-grade data infrastructure actually requires, and what shippers should be asking every technology vendor before they buy. The post Why Logistics Tech Is Failing the AI Test appeared first on FreightWaves.
• U.N. maritime chief warns Hormuz too dangerous for ships    (2026-07-15)
  IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said the Strait of Hormuz remains too dangerous for commercial vessels despite previous U.S.-Iran peace efforts.
• Norfolk Southern promotes new VP of intermodal and automotive    (2026-07-15)
  Norfolk Southern has promoted a 21-year company veteran to lead intermodal and automotive operations. The post Norfolk Southern promotes new VP of intermodal and automotive appeared first on FreightWaves.
• U.S. supports Iraq-Syria pipeline that would bypass Hormuz    (2026-07-14)
  The U.S. is advancing talks for a pipeline that would carry oil from Iraq to Syria, a route that avoids Hormuz and would reduce Iran’s future leverage over energy.
• DTNA’s O’Leary confident of truck demand acceleration    (2026-07-14)
  The parent company of Freightliner and Western Star is seeing heavy replacement demand from larger on-highway fleets in particular, DTNA CEO John O’Leary said.
• House panel approves bill to codify EPA’s DEF guidance for 10 years    (2026-07-14)
  The U.S. House Subcommittee on Environment advanced legislation on July 14 that sponsors said will reduce engine shutdowns caused by diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) sensors. “The DEF Act provides a […]
• Texas port expects U.S. crude export boost to endure    (2026-07-14)
  The historic boost to U.S. crude exports triggered by the Iran war will likely endure, according to the head of the largest U.S. oil port.
• Mack enhances remote over-the-air update software    (2026-07-14)
  Remote software updates are becoming more standard as tractors grow more sophisticated and the ability to maximize fleet uptime through the advances becomes a key selling point.
• BulkLoads expands ag freight footprint with Livestock Network acquisition     (2026-07-14)
  BulkLoads has acquired Livestock Network, adding the livestock-focused load board and online community to its freight marketplace. The post BulkLoads expands ag freight footprint with Livestock Network acquisition  appeared first on FreightWaves.
• NEW: Trade turbulence turns to record volume for top U.S. port    (2026-07-14)
  The Port of Long Beach achieved its third-busiest June despite economic uncertainty and war-related supply chain pressures. The post NEW: Trade turbulence turns to record volume for top U.S. port appeared first on FreightWaves.
• EV maker Lucid hires adviser to examine operations    (2026-07-14)
  Lucid is working with advisers to turn around its struggling business, according to sources, sending the EV maker's shares to their biggest decline on record.
• Parts and labor costs fall for second straight quarter: TMC, Decisiv    (2026-07-14)
  Parts and labor costs for heavy-duty truck maintenance declined for the second consecutive quarter in the first three months of 2026, even as freight activity strengthened, according to the latest […]
• Fuel surcharges push parcel shipping rates near record high    (2026-07-14)
  Fuel surcharges continue to be a major component in rising parcel shipping rates, especially as FedEx and UPS jigger with their tables to maintain revenue even if fuel prices go down. The post Fuel surcharges push parcel shipping rates near record high appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Fuel markets show record tightness on Hormuz escalation    (2026-07-14)
  Tighter global fuel supplies threaten more pain for consumers already strained with high prices at the pump.
• Envoy AI unveils autonomous digital workforce for logistics teams    (2026-07-14)
  San Francisco-based Envoy AI is expanding its logistics platform with Ellie Workforce, designed to automate freight execution at enterprise scale. The post Envoy AI unveils autonomous digital workforce for logistics teams appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Escobedo underpins Mexican truck production growth in June    (2026-07-14)
  Mexican production of Class 8 trucks continued to rise in June, with an increase in output at International Motors’ Escobedo plant outpacing that of its peers.
• TL, LTL rates to hit new highs in Q3    (2026-07-14)
  Trucking rate indexes jumped during the second quarter and are expected to reach new highs in the third quarter. The post TL, LTL rates to hit new highs in Q3 appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Trump backs off plan to charge fees in Strait of Hormuz    (2026-07-14)
  President Trump on July 14 backtracked on plans to charge ships for using the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf countries would instead invest in the United States.
• Russia, Strait of Hormuz combining to drive diesel higher after declines    (2026-07-14)
  It isn’t just what is going on in the Middle East that it starting to propel diesel prices higher. The post Russia, Strait of Hormuz combining to drive diesel higher after declines appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Big Rig Crash Closes Eastbound I-80 Near Donner Pass    (2026-07-14)
  A big rig crash closed eastbound Interstate 80 near Donner Pass early Tuesday morning, causing major traffic delays in California’s Sierra Nevada. According to CBS News, the crash happened shortly after 3:30 a.m. near the Donner Pass Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility, east of Truckee. According to reporting from CBS News Sacramento, the crash happened shortly […] The post Big Rig Crash Closes Eastbound I-80 Near Donner Pass appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Robotaxi passengers are falling asleep, prompting 911 calls    (2026-07-14)
  Robotaxi passengers are falling asleep, spilling drinks, dropping food, vomiting, experiencing medical emergencies and even giving birth in the cars.
• Freight Distress Report: Carrier, logistics closures erase over 245 jobs    (2026-07-14)
  Warehouse closures and bankruptcy filings hit more firms across trucking, logistics, intermodal and trailer businesses. The post Freight Distress Report: Carrier, logistics closures erase over 245 jobs appeared first on FreightWaves.
• LTL carriers eye further growth due to truckload constraints    (2026-07-14)
  LTL carriers are seeing stronger demand, rising shipment weights and higher rates as truckload capacity tightens, fueling optimism for the second half of 2026.
• Uber is in advanced talks to acquire Delivery Hero    (2026-07-14)
  Uber has previously approached Delivery Hero with an offer of 33 euros per share, but investors have been betting that a higher price will be required to seal the deal.
• Don’t Get in Trouble Again, C.H. Robinson: AI Everywhere Except Carrier Vetting Is a Problem    (2026-07-14)
  (The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.) C.H. Robinson is having an AI moment. Its CEO, Dave Bozeman, has been publicly promoting the company’s Lean AI transformation, including AI agents, automation, productivity gains, appointment scheduling, quote responses, load tracking, and […] The post Don’t Get in Trouble Again, C.H. Robinson: AI Everywhere Except Carrier Vetting Is a Problem appeared first on FreightWaves.
• Index of driver pay, product of two companies, is surging     (2026-07-14)
  An index that measures driver pay had been climbing already but surged even more in the last two months. The post Index of driver pay, product of two companies, is surging  appeared first on FreightWaves.