- In May 2025, Aurora Innovation and Volvo Autonomous Solutions, in partnership with DHL Supply Chain, launched autonomous freight services along the Dallas-Houston corridor. This deployment of Level 4 driverless trucks represents a major milestone in commercializing self-driving logistics in North America, enhancing long-haul freight efficiency and safety.
- In April 2025, Ryder System Inc. announced the acquisition of Cardinal Logistics, strengthening its presence in dedicated transportation services and enhancing its automotive logistics capabilities across the U.S. The acquisition aligns with Ryder’s strategy to scale up capacity and offer integrated end-to-end logistics solutions.
- In March 2025, Proficient Auto Logistics expanded its footprint in the northeastern U.S. by acquiring Brothers Auto Transport, boosting its finished vehicle logistics services and increasing operational capacity across key high-demand regions.
- In February 2025, U.S. ports such as Port of Los Angeles and Port of Houston began infrastructure upgrades to accommodate increased electric vehicle (EV) imports. These include the development of specialized EV handling zones and cold storage warehousing to support battery logistics and temperature-sensitive components.
- In January 2025, Orange EV, a U.S.-based electric terminal truck manufacturer, deployed its electric yard tractors across major automotive logistics hubs in Michigan and Texas. This move is part of broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions and modernize yard operations within automotive supply chains.
- In December 2024, C.H. Robinson integrated AI-powered route optimization and digital freight matching into its automotive logistics platform, improving real-time visibility, reducing transit delays, and enhancing the responsiveness of just-in-time delivery systems for OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers.
