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This Week in Logistics News (September 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

The chain is testing the program across 17 locations in Tucson, Arizona from September 9 until November 24. China’s WeRide unveils electric, autonomous cargo van. This comes at a time when Amazon is trying to expand its warehouse operations in a very tight labor market. Talk about a cool concept.

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Trucking Industry Crime Surge: 50 High-Stakes Incidents

Freight Waves

In 2024, cargo theft incidents surged to 3,625 across North America, a 27% year-over-year increase, with losses exceeding $455 million and an average loss per theft of $202,364. The economic toll of cargo theft alone is estimated at $15–$35 billion annually, disrupting supply chains and inflating costs for businesses and consumers.