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Big battle brews over small stretch of spectrum

The federal review of a proposed backup geolocation network has drawn intense scrutiny as trucking and other industries battle over its potential downsides.

July 10, 2026
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Trucker jailed in Indiana in alleged $2.8M tungsten theft

Deepak Kumar, 31, is the subject of an ongoing investigation by Pennsylvania State Police after he was arrested in Indiana on June 27.

July 9, 2026
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Ghost carriers expose weak spots in broker vetting systems

Ghost carriers are emerging as a major threat, using acquired motor carrier numbers and digital identities to infiltrate freight transactions.

July 1, 2026
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Inside a $10.1M cargo theft ring

For years, a cargo theft ring redirected truckloads of freight across the U.S., using fake companies and stolen identities to steal more than $10 million in goods.

June 30, 2026
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Smart Tracking Label Offers New Option for Shipment Monitoring

Samsara has introduced a smart tracking label that creates a new, lower-cost option for continuous shipment monitoring.

June 26, 2026
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3 Charged in Armed Hijacking of Apple Devices in New York

Two truckers were left bound in a trailer during an armed hijacking of Apple products in Long Island, with three undocumented men facing federal charges.

June 24, 2026
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Spear Urges Congress to Remove Tech Barriers, Repeal FET

The June 9 hearing centered on how the government can encourage deployment of emerging transportation tools without locking industries into outdated policies.

June 10, 2026
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Vehicle Theft Crackdowns Lead to Arrests in Multiple States

Amid rising cargo thefts, law enforcement officers are busting individuals for allegedly possessing multiple stolen commercial vehicles and trailers.

June 10, 2026
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High-Fashion Freight Draws High-Tech Thieves

Overhaul helped law enforcement recover a $187,000 shipment of designer goods in New Jersey. The criminals used strategic tactics to steal a blind load.

June 5, 2026
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States Crack Down on Cargo Theft as Deceptive Pickups Rise

Truckers across the U.S. are having freight stolen at a rate amounting to $18 million each day, according to the American Transportation Research Institute.

June 4, 2026

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