'There are enough American truck drivers'

Plus: Volume keeps dropping | Logistics outsourcing is on the decline

Cyberattacks on the supply chain are getting more savvy. We're detailing some recent threats to watch out for, where criminals do everything from impersonating brokers to creating fake LinkedIn profiles to going after small businesses.

But first, here's how sleeper cabs looked back in the day.

ROADSIDE READS

"There are enough American truck drivers." U.S. DOT Secretary Sean Duffy pushes back on a question about truck driver shortages. Watch what he says.

Trucking tech talk. Here's a roundup of new software and AI-powered tools designed for the trucking industry that were announced at a recent conference.

Calm before the storm? This Facebook post spurs discussion about the state of trucking and what might be next for the industry.

Meet the team. The American Trucking Associations has selected 31 drivers as finalists for America's Road Team.

IN NUMBERS

$15.6M

Landstar's operating costs in Q3, a $500,000 year-over-year increase. (Trucking Dive)

INDUSTRY VOICES

In an uncertain economy, trucking leaders should go back to basics

As the economy continues to be one of fleet execs' top concerns, and the freight recession seems never-ending, trucking companies may be in a wait-and-see mode.

But Gino Fontana, COO of Transervice Logistics, suggests a different approach: "Now seems like a good idea to get back to some of the basics that lead to success." Fontana recommends that upper management visit customers to understand what's working, what are their major pain points and what's changed with their business.

Why it matters: The supply chain is ultimately still a relationships business. Carriers who understand shippers' current needs and challenges can better serve their customers and prove that they're worthy partners through a down market and beyond. (FleetOwner)

FAST LANE

VOLUME DOWN: Major carriers say volumes declining despite capacity exits

CARGO THEFT: Cyber criminals impersonate brokers, carriers to pick up loads

CHARGE DROPPED: DUI charges dropped for California driver in fatal pileup

BACK IN HOUSE: Companies shift away from outsourcing logistics

FIRST MILE: Tech company debuts AV that travels on road and rail

PRIME TARGET: 70%+ of data breaches aimed at small businesses

ROAD REPORT

Non-domiciled CDL rules push capacity out of the market

The Department of Transportation's ruling on commercial driver's licenses, along with enforcement of English proficiency rules, are creating freight market volatility, according to a new ITS Logistics report. Some carriers are exiting the market entirely, while others are engaging in intrastate ops only to avoid checkpoints. The dynamic is leading to some increases in spot rates.

Why this matters: Reduced supply in the trucking market is already starting to bump up rates. But it's unclear how long the capacity reduction will last and how impactful it will be in the long run. Demand is also a key part of the equation, and if that remains muted, there won't be enough momentum for a freight market recovery. (CCJ Digital)

CONNECTED FLEET

Cyber attacks become more advanced in trucking

Bad actors are, unfortunately, growing increasingly sophisticated, constantly devising new tactics to exploit vulnerabilities in the trucking sector. Trucking leaders shared that some criminals are creating fake LinkedIn profiles to impersonate professionals and infiltrate companies—sometimes leading to complete operational shutdowns.

Why this matters: Even fleets that secure and frequently update their technology are vulnerable to new methods by cyber criminals. The key is to have protocols in place to react quickly and stop an attack in its tracks, hopefully before it becomes too widespread. Training company-wide, from dispatchers to office staff, can also help employees be more aware of potential attacks. (FreightWaves)