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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

As we move into the back half of May, the freight market is starting to show signs of an expedited rebound. . Even New York has taken steps to reopen portions of the state that have been less affected by the virus than N YC. . Th ese conditions have caused a more favorable freight environment. Logistics? ? .

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

Currently, this has not made a substantial impact on the freight market, but we are seeing signs that the industry is beginning to recover. Additionally, according to Freight Waves, “outbound tender rejections have increased week-over-week for the first time since the OTRI peaked at 19.25% on March 28.”. Southeast Logistics.

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Logistics Market Stays Flat as May Begins

Zipline Logistics

To effectively track each state’s progress in reopening and how freight is impacted, we will publish a market update for the coming weeks as the country eases out of lockdowns. . Increases in volumes started climbing this week steadily but still down 10-15% year-over-year according to Freight Waves’ Sonar indexes. .

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Reefer freight sizzles in South Texas

DAT Solutions

As we get closer to Christmas, a larger proportion of fresh fruit and vegetables are imported from Mexico through a handful of border crossings in California, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Demand for fresh produce remains strong, even though most fall crops have already been harvested in the U.S.

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The Autonomous Truck Revolution Is Right Around the Corner

Logistics Viewpoints

TuSimple – a provider of autonomous freight semi-truck solutions – has said their technology will be operational by 2024. Currently, TuSimple is being tested across Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas; all states where snow and heavy fog – difficult edge cases – are less common. Will it take decades?

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Overtime Rules Face Challenges in Courts and Congress

DAT Solutions

Department of Labor's new overtime rules that take effect Dec. 4 Ways the New Overtime Rule Hits Trucking Companies. New Overtime Rules "A Slap in the Face" to Freight Brokers. While most drivers are paid by the mile, dispatchers and other salaried office employees making less than $47,476 may be affected by the new law.

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Autonomous Truck Trends for 2022 and Beyond: Can Autonomy Safely Address the Driver Shortage?

Logistics Viewpoints

When it comes to the movement of freight, one megatrend driving the need for better technology is the driver shortage. TuSimple – a provider of autonomous freight semi-truck solutions – has said their technology will be operational by 2024. TuSimple is offering freight as a service to shippers and carriers.