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How US tariffs disrupt Mexico border trucking
The Sudden Impact of US Tariffs on Mexico Border Trade The complex and vital trade relationship between the United States and Mexico, significantly reliant on overland transportation, recently experienced a sudden shockwave. The imposition of new US tariffs on imports from Mexico created immediate disruption, particularly affecting the intricate network of cross-border [...]
How to Optimize Mexico Cross-Border LTL
The intricate dance of supply chains connecting the United States and Mexico is becoming increasingly vital in the global trade landscape. As manufacturing shifts closer to home through nearshoring initiatives, the demand for efficient and reliable transportation solutions across the border is soaring. While truckload and intermodal have traditionally dominated this space, [...]
EPA reconsiders trucking emission regulations impact explained
Understanding Trucking Emissions and EPA's Role The modern world relies heavily on the efficient movement of goods, a task largely undertaken by heavy-duty trucks. These vehicles, while essential for commerce, are significant contributors to air pollution. Their exhaust contains various pollutants, including nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), hydrocarbons (HC), carbon monoxide [...]
Mexico cross-border LTL capacity solutions: Finding Yours
The dynamic landscape of North American trade is continuously evolving, driven by shifting manufacturing strategies and consumer demands. As businesses increasingly look towards optimizing supply chains and reducing lead times, the movement of goods across the US-Mexico border has intensified. While truckload and intermodal rail have historically dominated this corridor, there's a [...]
How Illegal Foreign Driver Practices Are Harming the U.S. Trucking Sector
The U.S. trucking industry is facing significant challenges from the unlawful employment of foreign drivers, particularly those utilizing B-1 visas from Mexico and Canada. This practice, a direct violation of cabotage laws which restrict domestic freight transport to U.S. entities, involves these drivers undertaking point-to-point deliveries within the United States. This illicit [...]
