AI's Impact on Logistics: Separating Hype from Reality
Artificial intelligence (AI) holds the potential to reshape the very foundation of how logistics operations are conducted. But amidst the
See the top 10 U.S. traffic spots that hit freight hard with stats on diesel, hours lost, and costs. Plus, the air quality impact.
Here's a rundown of where traffic’s throttling freight—and what it’s costing us.
Peak vs. Nonpeak
Truckers face a slog in peak hours, with speeds dipping as low as 19.9 mph in Fort Lee. Yet, even nonpeak times aren't much better, averaging 30.2 mph there.
Costly Gridlock
According to data from the American Transportation Research Institute, "traffic congestion on U.S. highways added $94.6 billion in costs to the trucking industry in 2021."
Looking Ahead
With growing urban populations and expanding e-commerce, we might see these jams get even stickier. More investment in infrastructure is a possible fix, yet the actual course remains uncertain.
Source: Truck Parking Club/MSN
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