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Central Freight Lines, a 96-year-old less-than-truckload carrier, is shutting down. A source familiar with the company stated it is unclear whether the company will file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy or liquidate outside of bankruptcy, but there are no plans to reorganize.

U.S. federal authorities are intensifying enforcement against tariff fraud, targeting importers like First Brands, Perfectus, Canadian steel firms, and Greenbrier for alleged duty evasion. These actions highlight a crackdown on companies attempting to avoid paying required tariffs on imported goods.

The DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index rose to 75 (Carriers) this week from 70 last week, indicating increased carrier negotiating power. The three-month outlook remains at 70. Seasonality is driving higher rejection rates and rates ahead of the Fourth of July holiday.

Amazon announced a change to its customer service metric last month, shifting from a Yes/No survey to a 1-to-5 satisfaction scale. This affects self-ship sellers who handle their own customer service. The new method aims to better measure buyer dissatisfaction.

Diesel inventories on the East Coast have dropped to record lows, causing concern among truckers due to vanishing stocks and rising rates. The situation is particularly acute in the Northeast, where supply constraints are driving up costs.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued two statements addressing ongoing issues with the rollout of the Motus registration system. The statements, including one from the agency's director, acknowledge problems with the system's implementation.

Agentic commerce is expected to alter the starting point of product discovery for shoppers, but it will not change the fundamental reasons why consumers prefer one merchant over another. The core factors driving customer loyalty remain unaffected by AI advancements.

This week's ecommerce tools roundup features new services for social media, regulatory compliance, dropshipping, reputation management, fulfillment, quick commerce, and bot protection, as reported by Practical Ecommerce.

AI shopping is compared to physical shelf space, where brands compete for visibility and consideration. The article discusses how brands need to adapt to AI-driven retail environments to maintain consumer attention.

Two consumers filed a lawsuit against Amazon, claiming the company failed to refund customers for price increases due to IEEPA tariffs. The complaint, filed in federal court on Friday, argues that Amazon is legally entitled to recover those costs from the federal government but has refused to do so.

eBay announced a temporary 3-week postage rate change for USPS Ground Advantage labels purchased through eBay Labels. The change affects specific weight-zone combinations and is puzzling due to its short duration and limited scope.

Amazon announced it will automatically apply 'New Arrival' or 'Notable Arrival' badges to new products from sellers to help customers identify promising new items, increasing visibility and early sales momentum. Sellers do not need to take any action.

Amazon updated its Customer Service by Amazon (CSBA) add-on, claiming it will reduce refunds for sellers. CSBA is a paid service where Amazon manages customer service for self-fulfilled orders, and the change is intended to benefit program participants.

Walmart executives recognize the potential of AI to enhance personalization, but they are also aware of its costs. The company is implementing AI to achieve long-desired personalization levels while simultaneously reducing redundant or inefficient AI applications internally.

Rhino USA, an outdoor gear brand, has achieved over $10 million in sales on TikTok Shop, prompting it to build a 182-acre 'content factory' in Texas. The campus will support extensive content creation to further leverage the platform's e-commerce potential.

Project44 has acquired ClearMetal to enhance its predictive analytics capabilities. The acquisition brings ClearMetal's expertise in data science, machine learning, and computer science to Project44, aiming to improve supply chain visibility and predictive tools.

In this episode of Freightonomics, hosts Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith discuss the impending need to maximize warehouse space with guest Zac Rogers from Colorado State University. The conversation focuses on strategies for handling inventory cramming as supply chain pressures increase.

Foreign brands entering Africa can start with marketplaces for easy entry, but long-term growth requires direct international selling and local retail partnerships.

Eric Steckling is the CEO of two bootstrapped direct-to-consumer brands: Brio, which sells beard trimmers, and Ollie, which sells oral care products. The article highlights his experience managing both companies.

European ecommerce companies often struggle in the U.S. market due to differing consumer priorities: European consumers focus on making the right decision, while American consumers prioritize ease and confidence in their choices.

This week's new ecommerce tools include solutions for Reddit ads, email marketing, design, crowdshipping, agentic commerce audits, and last-mile delivery, as reported by Practical Ecommerce.

Amazon provides a lesser-known perk to sellers using its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service, but it does not cover all items. Sellers who have experienced lost products upon arrival at Amazon fulfillment centers may wish the benefit applied to all their FBA items.

eBay's May 2026 Seller Update introduces a new Issue Resolution Center to help sellers identify and resolve issues affecting their selling ability, and a Regulatory Compliance Support page. Additionally, new ad controls are added for sellers using Promoted Listing campaigns.