The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is beginning active enforcement of long-standing English language proficiency requirements for commercial drivers, a move which has ignited fierce debate across the industry. While the regulation has existed since the 1930s, it is now being enforced with renewed intensity, highlighting the intersection of public safety, training standards, and

The global trade landscape is bracing for a significant shift as President Donald Trump announces a sweeping series of tariff hikes set to take effect on August 1st. In a move that has sent ripples through supply chains, Trump has revealed plans to increase the tariff on imports from Canada to 35%, up from the

As the freight market stabilizes post-pandemic, the trends in contract rates and market cycles are beginning to reflect a more complex, regionalized picture. What was once a market characterized by universally rising rates during the height of the pandemic has now evolved into something more nuanced: a mixed bag of lane-by-lane shifts, moderate bid increases,

After years of recent turmoil, the trucking industry and supply chain at large are once again faced with a turning point. Recent regulatory changes, enforcement crackdowns, and persistent fraud are shaking up capacity and spotlighting long-standing issues that are now coming to a head. A decades-old requirement that commercial drivers be proficient in English is

The freight market is no stranger to cycles of boom and bust, but the current downturn has many in the industry calling it the worst they've ever seen. Unlike previous freight recessions that were swift and sharp, this one is notable for its duration, confusion, and complex contributing factors, especially shifting tariff policies and ongoing

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has proposed a sweeping set of rule changes aimed at streamlining compliance and reducing regulatory burdens on the trucking industry. Announced on May 30, 2025, the package includes 18 proposed reforms currently in a 60-day public comment period. For freight carriers, these changes could have a significant impact

As we move through 2025, it’s clear that the freight and manufacturing sectors are entering a transitional phase. While the early months of the year saw an artificial spike in imports into Canada driven by anticipation of new tariffs, that early surge has since cannibalized future demand. The result? A quieter landscape in Q1 of

After nearly three years of steep decline, the freight industry appears to be entering a new phase. While some have referred to the recent market downturn as a "freight depression," others argue that this characterization overlooks the dual-sided nature of transportation economics. For shippers, recent years have offered historically favorable rates, following an unprecedented rate

In an industry where communication can mean the difference between a safe delivery and a catastrophic accident, English proficiency among commercial drivers is once again in the spotlight. A recent executive order is expected to reintroduce enforcement of long-standing English language requirements for truck drivers—a move many in the trucking world believe is overdue. “Drivers

Tariffs have always been a hot-button topic in the world of economics, but their real-world impacts extend far beyond political debate. They ripple through the economy, affecting jobs, consumer prices, and business investment. Understanding these impacts is critical for anyone navigating today's market, especially in industries like transportation and logistics. Consumers account for the vast