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National Motor Freight Traffic Association’s New Digital Full Truckload Council to Create Fully Digital Logistics Processes

National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA)

NMFTA established a Digital Full Truckload (FTL) Council that combines the digital standards for both LTL and FTL segments, and created a Digital Standards Development Council to oversee the two segments.

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DAT Freight & Analytics Acquires Trucker Tools, Expands Offerings for Carriers, Brokers, Shippers

DAT Freight & Analytics

DAT Freight & Analytics acquired Trucker Tools LLC, a provider of load visibility, automated booking, digital freight matching, and carrier engagement for commercial trucking.

Trucker Tools Fleet

Training/Onboarding

CarriersEdge Releases Training Course for New Owner Operators

The course was created to educate current company drivers about skills and information needed to start their own business and serves as a resource for commercial drivers who have recently transitioned to becoming owner operators.

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Fuel Efficiency

Investing in Fuel Efficiency Technologies Improves MPG: Study

North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)

The average miles per gallon (MPG) improved to 7.62 in 2022 and 7.77 in 2023, a year-over-year improvement of 4.2% and 2% respectively, according to the North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s (NACFE) Fleet Fuel Study.

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SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Final Day Dec. 17

SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain final day Dec. 17. Experts from National Motor Freight Traffic Association and PLM Fleet will talk about the State of Transportation, cold chain fleet management and going electric.

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3PLs Express Strong Optimism for Transportation Industry in 2025

TRANSPOREON Group Americas, a Trimble company

Economic conditions (56%), geopolitical events (50%) and environmental regulations (36%) rank as the Top 3 factors set to shape the industry in 2025, according to the Transportation Pulse Report by Transporeon, a Trimble Company.

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The 3PL Playbook: Innovations and Obstacles for 2025

Those providers who embrace technology, build resilient and sustainable operations, and stay aligned with evolving consumer demands will be best positioned to lead the future of logistics.

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Flexible Schedules Key to Job Satisfaction for Frontline Workers: Study

Flexibility is key to retention, with 77% of workers placing flexible schedules at the top of their list of priorities, according to the annual Flexible Workforce Report produced by WorkWhile.

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Motus’ Insights Pro to Supercharge Vehicle Reimbursements

Motus launched of Insights Pro, a new offering designed to empower data-driven organizations with advanced analytics and customizable dashboards.

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Motive’s Roadside Assistance to Protect Drivers During Winter Weather

Motive, formerly KeepTruckin

Motive launched Motive Roadside Assistance, a comprehensive 24/7/365 roadside support service designed to improve driver safety and operational efficiency.

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Unemployment in U.S. Transportation Sector Rises Above Pre-Pandemic Level

Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

Unemployment in the transportation sector reached its highest level during the COVID-19 pandemic (15.7%) in May 2020 and July 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Ocean Ports & Carriers

North America’s Container Shipping Market Braces for Tariff-Induced Impact

Container xChange

North America has experienced the sharpest rise of 20% in average container prices over the last 90 days, driven by market volatility, U.S. elections uncertainty (and tariff woes), surge in Mexico-U.S. trade, and logistical disruptions in Canada.

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