Peterbilt Partners With Lincoln Tech on Technician Training
Peterbilt launched a partnership with Lincoln Educational Services Corp. to help prepare students for a career as a service technician, the company announced April 13.
Rep. Rick Larsen’s Agenda Includes Truck Parking, Workforce
Rep. Rick Larsen (D-Wash.), the top Democrat on the transportation committee in the U.S. House, says parking and workforce concerns remain leading issues across the trucking sector
Private Fleet Sector Rankings Reflect Growth, Acquisitions
The largest private carriers in North America represent a broad range of industries, from food and beverage distribution to the oil and gas sector and just about everything in betw
Factory Production Declines on Weaker Equipment Demand
Production at U.S. factories fell in March for the first time this year as companies show signs of ratcheting back investment plans.
Boeing’s Parts Issue Stifles 737 Max Deliveries
Boeing Co. is pausing deliveries of some 737 Max jets to address a production issue on the rear end of some aircraft.
Retail Sales Fall 1% Amid High Inflation, Rising Rates
WASHINGTON — Americans cut their spending at retail stores and restaurants in March for the second straight month, a sign consumers are becoming more cautious.
Buttigieg to Defend Budget Request Before House
The transportation funding committee in the House is scheduled to evaluate the White House’s fiscal 2024 budget request during a hearing with Secretary Pete Buttigieg.
Aurora Opens Commercial-Ready Autonomous Truck Terminal
Aurora took another step toward an autonomous delivery network with the launch of its first commercial-ready terminal for autonomous trucks in South Dallas.
Maryland Passes Clean Trucks Act With Key Caveats
Rather than rubber-stamping California’s truck emission standards, Maryland passed the Clean Trucks Act of 2023 — viewed as a fair compromise reflecting trucking industry conc
FMCSA Forum Outlines Agency’s Current, Future Research
Plans for significant rulemaking proposals, in-depth studies and data collections were the topics of discussion at FMCSA’s annual Analysis, Research and Technology Forum.