Welcome to another insightful episode of FreightWaves Now Community Spotlight! Hosts Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson dive deep into the latest developments shaping the freight industry landscape.
In this episode, we unpack the challenges facing the freight market, with a particular focus on contract rates. Thomas shares his expert analysis on the current state of affairs, shedding light on the impact of earnings reports from major players like J.B. Hunt, Knight Swift, and Hartland.
But the discussion doesn't stop there. We shift gears to explore the intriguing world of electric vehicles (EVs) and their implications for the transportation sector. From Tesla's recent performance to the complexities of EV infrastructure, Thomas provides invaluable insights into the future of EV adoption and its impact on the industry.
Furthermore, Thomas shares highlights from his recent show, where he delved into the intricacies of cross-border trucking movements between Mexico and the US. From regulatory challenges to the evolving landscape of communication tools like WhatsApp, Thomas paints a vivid picture of the opportunities and obstacles in this dynamic sector.
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Round Table - Is the freight industry seeing its worst fears realized?
Research Corner - Intermodal demand shows strength
Carrier Update - Rejection rates in Los Angeles increase to 6.02%, but freight volumes decline
What is the state of the 3PL now?
Carrier Update - Dry van rejection rates increase to 3.38%, Shippers still control the markets
Closings and bankruptcies are starting to come more frequently
Carrier Update - Spot rates increase slightly as the month of October closes out
Top Story - Echo Global Logistics’ debt rating downgraded by S&P
Carrier Update - Lanes of the Day
Round Table - Will Class 1 railroads collaborate in order to take market share from trucks?
Heads or Tails - Q3 GDP and durable goods show growth, when does the other shoe drop?
Borderlands - Problems between the US and Mexico over tomatoes
Carrier Update - Diesel fuels national average remains above $4.50 per gallon
Companies that are innovating the supply chain from under the radar
Carrier Update - Reefer rejection rates increase 1500 basis points in three days
Mack Trucks and the UAW - what’s next?
Carrier Update - Spot rates continue to deteriorate at we approach the end of the month
Top Story - What is the future of Convoy’s tech stack?
Carrier Update - Lanes of the Day
Round Table - What to make of the Forward Air/Omni Logistics merger - or non merger?
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