Infrastructure Coalition Advocates for Freight Funds
WASHINGTON — A coalition of several dozen groups gathered in the nation’s capital to draw attention to supply chain projects in need of federal support.
Canadian Carrier to Appeal Nuclear Verdict
A Canadian motor carrier plans to file an appeal of an $82 million jury verdict in a fatal crash in Michigan for which it has admitted fault, on grounds primarily related to the am
US, Canada Plan First Cross-Border Electric Vehicle Corridor
The U.S. and Canada announced the creation of the Binational Electric Vehicle Corridor, an 872-mile route that will stretch from Kalamazoo, Mich., to Quebec City, Quebec, and featu
Trucking Q1 Results Show Substantial Slowdown
The trucking industry stumbled through the first quarter amid a slowing economy and high inventories, according to experts.
House Committee Tackles Workforce, Federal Permitting Issues
Proposals to ensure efficiency along the nation’s supply chains will be considered by a committee in the U.S. House of Representatives as congressional budget negotiations contin
Illinois Bill Aims to Allow Punitive Damages With No Limits
Illinois legislators are fast-tracking a bill adding pain and suffering damages without limits to wrongful death lawsuits, despite dozens of business opponents, including truckers.
EV Battery-Swapping Could Help Solve Charging Problems
Whether battery-swapping becomes a more mainstream alternative to charging in the U.S. depends, in part, on more automakers working with companies like Ample.
April Trailer Orders Down 49% Year-Over-Year
U.S. trailer orders dropped by nearly half from the year-ago total to an estimated 10,000 units in April, ACT Research reported.
Walmart Boosts Outlook After a Strong First Quarter
NEW YORK — Walmart reported a strong first quarter and boosted its outlook for the year as the nation’s largest retailer continues to draw budget-conscious consumers.
Transportation Labor Gets Biden Administration Attention
Transportation leaders from government and industry are closely watching labor negotiations, including pending contracts with workers from both UPS Inc. and Yellow Corp.