Steep Used Truck Price Depreciation Returned in August
August saw a return to a relatively steep depreciation in the price of used Class 8 trucks, according to J.D. Power’s Chris Visser, although some of the details are yet to
J.B. Hunt Strikes Acquisition Deal With BNSF Logistics
J.B. Hunt Transport Services announced Sept. 14 that its transport subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the brokerage operations of BNSF Logistics.
Cruise to Begin Testing Wheelchair-Accessible Robotaxi
Cruise in October will begin testing what it says is “the world’s first purpose-built, wheelchair accessible, self-driving vehicle.”
Fuel Efficiency Is the Main Goal in Trailer Aerodynamics
When trailer aerodynamics produce better fuel efficiency, the reward for truck fleets can be substantial, and success is measured by miles per gallon.
Fleet Optimization with Kinedyne Solutions
In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency is crucial when it comes to fleet management. Whether you’re responsible for a small local delivery service or a large national
Trailer OEMs Work to Keep Up With Supply, Labor Demands
Trailer manufacturers are “eating backlog” now that market demand has normalized and supply chain disruptions have abated after the pandemic. But some components are still in
Trailer Tech Capabilities Continue to Improve for Fleets
Trailer telematics and sensor technology continue to advance, and providers said they’re offering much more than simple track-and-trace applications.
Teens Impress PennDOT With Truck Parking Challenge Solution
Two teens from Lenape Technical School are helping the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation come with a solution to the truck parking problem.
Factory Output Rises Slightly, Limited by Auto Production
Production at U.S, factories barely rose in August as a drop in motor vehicle assemblies masked a rebound in output of other consumer goods and business equipment.
Workers Are on Strike at All 3 Detroit Automakers
DETROIT — About 13,000 U.S. auto workers went on strike Sept. 15 after their leaders couldn’t bridge a giant gap between union demands and what Detroit’s three automakers are