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Check Call: The ‘No Rules Rules’ review 

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To pick this month’s book was chosen through a very specialized process in which I Googled top management books and chose something that seemed fun. This month’s choice is “No Rules Rules” by Reed Hastings and Erin Meyer.

The book is basically about how Netflix created its renowned culture of freedom and responsibility – essentially empowering workers to act in the best interest of the company without the need for a lot of oversight but with heavy feedback loops and top talent. The...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/check-call-the-no-rules-rules-review

Amazon Freight continues to lead the industry through scalability and innovation

Over the past several years, Amazon’s transportation innovations have transformed the logistics industry. In fact, Amazon is the only company that has been named on the FreightTech 25 every year since its inception. Most recently, the company ranked third. 

Beyond setting a new precedent for quick delivery times, the company has a track record of creating technology driven logistics solutions to meet their own needs – and sharing those solutions with everyone else. 

Building a scalable, resilient...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-freight-continues-to-lead-the-industry-through-scalability-and-innovation

Amazon Relay offers flexible freight opportunities

The supply chain has evolved quickly over the past couple decades, and Amazon has evolved alongside it. The company has evolved from a simple bookseller to a leading e-commerce retailer operating its own logistics network. 

Shanti Yetish, senior program manager for supplier diversity at Amazon, recently spoke to FreightWaves about Amazon’s middle mile operations. The company houses three distinct middle mile brands – Amazon Freight, Amazon Freight Partner and Amazon Relay. 

Amazon Relay, in...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/amazon-relay-offers-flexible-freight-opportunities

Trucking companies need a lender that understands transportation

Trucking companies often face significant challenges in securing credit due to the industry’s inherently volatile cycles and operational uncertainties. Freight demand can vary seasonally or even year to year, and cash flow is frequently impacted by delayed payments from clients. All of these factors make it difficult to meet consistent financial obligations.

Additionally, many transportation businesses lack the extensive credit history that traditional lenders require, which complicates access...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/trucking-companies-need-a-lender-that-understands-transportation

Hiring trends and what to expect from the driver market in 2025

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The Great Freight Recession has come to an end, and the gradual shift toward higher rates is offering both carriers and drivers a much-needed reprieve for the first time in years. It will likely also spur more drivers to consider leaving their current fleets and entering the job market.

The trucking industry has historically grappled with sky-high turnover rates. In fact, the average driver is on the market about three times per year, according to Tenstreet CEO Tim Crawford. That rate dropped a...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/hiring-trends-and-what-to-expect-from-the-driver-market-in-2025

With rising cargo theft, brokers need a simple way to safeguard freight

The US trucking market is worth an estimated $230 billion, and moves over 70% of the nation’s freight, but cargo theft by fraud is a growing industry problem. Last year alone, there were more than $130 million worth of stolen goods. 

There are now elaborate freight laundering rings that impersonate legitimate trucking companies or drivers to trick their victims in a variety of ways. Double brokering, identity theft, and stolen loads are all tactics that increasingly sophisticated criminal...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/with-rising-cargo-theft-brokers-need-a-simple-way-to-safeguard-freight

Reducing fuel consumption and improving your bottom line

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The volatile price of fuel is one of the biggest challenges fleets face on a day-to-day basis. While carriers have little control over what they pay at the pump, they do have the ability to influence driver behavior. Carriers can save big by incentivizing fuel-efficient behaviors on the road.

There are a variety of solutions on the market aimed at increasing fuel efficiency by monitoring driver performance. Most of these programs either reward or reprimand drivers based largely on their miles...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reducing-fuel-consumption-and-improving-your-bottom-line

Insurance ratings: What are they and why do they matter?

In an industry where razor-thin margins and high operational costs are the norm, insurance cost and quality can play a pivotal role in determining a company’s financial stability. Even as the market shifts, insurance rates have an outsize impact on carriers.

“Diesel prices are leveling off and spot rates are gradually increasing, but insurance costs continue to be one of the largest expenses for carriers,” said Sandy Scardina, senior vice president of strategic relationships and managing partner...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/insurance-ratings-what-are-they-and-why-do-they-matter

Challenges of a professional CDL driver – Taking the Hire Road

On this week’s episode of Taking the Hire Road, Shaun Lezer, professional CDL driver of over a decade, sat down with host Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and Project 61, to discuss the health challenges drivers face while delivering the nation’s goods. Lezer shares what motivated him to make some critical decisions to improve his health, and discusses the importance of taking small steps in the right direction.

Lezer, like many drivers, was looking for a reliable income at a young age, and...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/challenges-of-a-professional-cdl-driver-taking-the-hire-road

November trailer orders rise but remain below expectations

November trailer orders rise but remain below expectations

Recent trailer data released by ACT Research and FTR Transportation Intelligence showed net trailer orders improving compared to October but below seasonal expectations, as fleets prioritize spending on Class 8 tractors. ACT Research reported November net trailer orders rose 23% to 20,800 units. Year-to-date orders are at 139,100 units, down 34% compared to November 2023’s total ytd orders at 211,000 bookings. While bookings rose, so did...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/november-trailer-orders-rise-but-remain-below-expectations

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