American Pickups

‘Dangerous, Heavily Polluting’ U.S. Pickups Increase On European Roads

I recently noticed a surge of ‘Dangerous, Heavily Polluting’ U.S. pickups making their way onto European roads, and I must say, it’s quite alarming. These mammoth trucks seem entirely out of place in Europe, with its narrow roads, tight parking spots, and focus on environmental sustainability. I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief when I see these oversized vehicles attempting to navigate through the congested streets of London, Berlin, or even Paris. It’s like watching a fish out of water, struggling to find its place in a completely different ecosystem.

The sheer size of these pickups is ridiculous, especially when compared to the compact cars and minivans commonly seen on European roads.… Continue reading

UPS announces 12,000 job cuts, says package volume slipped last quarter

UPS announces 12,000 job cuts, saying that package volume slipped last quarter. This news is disheartening, but not entirely surprising given the changing landscape of the shipping industry. As someone who ships around 100 packages a week, I’ve observed a shift in the market. It used to be a 90/10 split between UPS and USPS, but now it’s more of a 10/90 split due to USPS’s Ground Advantage service, which offers lower prices. This has undoubtedly impacted UPS’s market share.

The rise of e-commerce giant Amazon has also played a role in UPS’s struggles. A few years ago, UPS took a stand and told Amazon to either accept their rates or develop their own shipping program.… Continue reading