FMCSA reopens comment period for broker transparency-focused NPRM

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) said on February 17 that it has reopened the public comment period for the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), regarding property broker transparency. In a Federal Register notice, entitled “Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Transparency in Property Broker Transactions; Reopening of Comment Period,” FMCSA said that the NPRM has … Read more

Truck tonnage is flat in January, ATA reports

Coming off of a December decline, truck tonnage levels were flat in January to start 2025, according to data issued earlier today by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). The January reading of the ATA’s advanced Seasonally Adjusted (SA) For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index came in at 111.9, matching December’s reading, and was up 0.3% annually, marking … Read more

New RXO study examines the current state of logistics and supply chain KPIs

A new study recently issued by Charlotte, N.C.-based full truckload brokerage RXO Logistics examines how industry stakeholders work to set standards for key performance indicators (KPIS), as well as how KPI-related benchmarks are progressing, going back to the onset of the pandemic. The study, entitled, “The Logistics Professional’s Guide to KPIs” was based on feedback … Read more

How Carriers Like FedEx, UPS, and USPS Are Turning to Dynamic Pricing

In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is essential for success, especially in the shipping industry. As consumer expectations rise and market conditions shift, carriers are changing how they set prices. fixed-rate pricing is becoming outdated. Instead, dynamic pricing is on the rise, adjusting based on real-time supply and demand. Understanding this shift is essential for both … Read more

Planning for the Holiday Shipping Season

The 2023 holiday shipping season is almost here (it’s crazy to us, too). Our recent study in partnership with Retail Economics shows that 44% of US customers are still concerned about inflation going into the holiday season. However, three in four customers still plan to spend the same amount on holiday presents they did last … Read more

UPS® Ground Saver: A Cost-Efficient Solution for Your Lightweight Shipping

Small and medium-sized businesses that primarily ship lightweight packages can sometimes be stuck with the same rates as larger shippers. UPS® Ground Saver is a cost-efficient shipping solution specifically designed for these lightweight shipments, giving ShippingEasy customers even more ways to stay competitive. What is UPS® Ground Saver? UPS® Ground Saver utilizes the UPS® Ground … Read more