The success of the global automotive industry is hugely dependent on the efficiency of automotive logistics. In 2024, the global automotive logistics market was valued at approximately $230.78 billion and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0% from 2025 to 2030. This growth has been driven by increasing vehicle…
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Taking shipping logistics in a new direction
The logistics industry is at a turning point. Advancements in artificial intelligence are reshaping how goods move across supply chains, making freight transportation more efficient, reliable, and scalable. At the forefront of this transformation is Physical AI—AI that enables machines to interact with and navigate the physical world, including self-driving trucks. NVIDIA continues to lead…
Con la latente entrada en vigor de los aranceles para Canadá, México y China, los embarcadores se preparan para enfrentar aumentos en los costos, interrupciones en el inventario y numerosas complejidades logísticas. Uber Freight está activamente trabajando con los expedidores para ayudarlos a evaluar y optimizar sus operaciones en la cadena de suministro, para que…
With tariffs in effect as of March 4 for Canada, Mexico, and China, shippers are preparing to navigate cost increases, inventory disruptions, and numerous logistics complexities. Uber Freight is working directly with shippers to help them assess and optimize their supply chain operations proactively, so they’re better equipped to meet these challenges head-on. By focusing…
While you’ll see certain improvements right away when you begin a new partnership, it may take a full year of collaboration for your team to reach the full transformation of your logistics program and the payoff. During this pivotal time, your overarching objective should be driving continuous improvement, even as you shift to new ways…
The 10 percent tariff on all Chinese products entering the U.S., as well as the looming tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, have many shippers and carriers concerned about how their businesses will be impacted. While the proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada are under a 30-day pause, they could be as much as…
Dry van trucking is the backbone of the freight transportation industry. Dry van trucks, with their enclosed, box-like trailers, are essential to the modern supply chain, moving non-perishable goods efficiently across vast distances. Whether a seasoned logistics professional or a newcomer to the industry, having a firm understanding of dry van trucking will help shippers…
Effective load planning balances cost savings with environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance, and customer expectations. Think of it like packing a suitcase—optimizing space and weight in trucks or containers helps reduce wasted space, lower fuel consumption, and cut transportation costs. Smart planning also boosts efficiency, ensures timely deliveries, minimizes cargo damage, and shrinks carbon footprints. What…
This year, the logistics industry saw significant progress in supply chain technology —from the growing accessibility of alternative fuels, electric trucks, and innovations in autonomous trucking, to the use of AI in transportation management and fraud detection. In 2025, the use of these technologies will continue to grow and we’ll begin to see major milestones…
For supply chain, operations, and logistics managers, balancing freight capacity for on-time deliveries and cost control is crucial. But finding the right balance can often feel like solving a constantly shifting puzzle. Our guide offers practical strategies to optimize freight capacity management, including carrier management, leveraging data and technology, and mode optimizations. What is freight…