General News
Virginia to Fund Logistics Training, Business Sites
Two logistics projects and six proposed business development sites will receive state funds from a $2.5 million package of 21 grants that Virginia recently awarded.
How AI Is Transforming Trucking in the Wake of COVID
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trucking has become an early adopter of AI, contrary to historical trends. Samsara data shows 87% of operations leaders already use it, with most planning to increase investment.
ATA Economist Anticipates Freight Market Rebalancing Pains
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Bob Costello on Oct. 14 highlighted how the freight market is set to slowly improve as equipment and demand rebalance.
Tavares Addresses Stellantis’ Sales Drop, Management Shakeup
Stellantis, formed from the 2021 merger of France’s PSA Peugeot and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, has faced challenges this year in both Europe and the U.S.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for October 14, 2024
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the October 14, 2024 print edition.
Iowa Extends Harvest Proclamation for Heavier Farm Loads
The proclamation enables vehicles transporting corn, hay, silage, soybeans, stover and straw to be overweight without a permit for the duration of it.
Former Tesla Executive McNeill Starts Firm to Run ETFs
Former Tesla Inc. and Lyft Inc. executive Jon McNeill is launching a firm that will run exchange-traded funds that focus on artificial intelligence and electrification.
Volvo Trucks Bolsters Maintenance Plan With AI
The Blue Service Contract AI models will act as an adaptive maintenance system that adjusts service intervals dynamically based on factors like fuel consumption, idle time and oil samples.
Zoox Tests Autonomous Driving Ahead of Robotaxi Launch
Zoox is moving toward offering a driverless robotaxi service set to launch sometime next year in Las Vegas.
FlowBelow Announces Launch of New Tractor AeroKit
The company said its aerodynamic portfolio can allow fleets to achieve savings of up to 5.8 gallons of fuel for every 1,000 miles driven, or 2.4 cents per mile.
Renault, Stellantis See EV Sales Bounce Back on Lower Prices
Demand for electric vehicles is showing signs of recovering as prices for plug-in models are coming down, according to Stellantis NV and Renault SA.
RNG Seen as Near-Term Answer to Trucking’s Emission Hurdles
At MCE 2024, a panel of industry experts convened to explore how renewable natural gas might revolutionize fleet emissions, and what it will take to get there.
OPEC Cuts Global Oil Demand Growth Forecasts
OPEC trimmed its forecasts for oil demand growth this year and next for a third consecutive month as the group belatedly recognizes a slowdown in global fuel use.
ATA Head Accepts Keys to New America’s Road Team Truck
The new Volvo VNL, an updated version of its predecessor introduced Jan. 23, boasts enhanced aerodynamics designed to improve fuel efficiency by up to 10%.
ATA Celebrates Leadership Graduates
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — American Trucking Associations introduced the newest graduates of its professional leadership program Oct. 13 during the 2024 Management Conference & Exhibition.
Dragonfly Enhances Battery Visibility
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Dragonfly introduced its IntelLigence technology specific for the heavy-duty trucking sector during a press briefing at ATA's MCE 2024 on Oct. 13.
Three Alabama Trucking Firms Deliver Aid to Texas Farmers
Three Alabama trucking companies responded to a call from agriculture commissioners in that state and Texas to deliver loads of hay to ranchers whose livestock were facing starvation.
Nashville’s M&W Logistics Wins 2024 Frontline Heroes Award
M&W Logistics Group has long believed in supporting its local Nashville community, so when the call came for help building a shelter for at-risk women, it stepped up.
Motive Introduces Service to Expedite Aid for Truck Drivers
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In-cab technology provider Motive introduced a first responder service that expedites lifesaving assistance for commercial truck drivers in the event of a severe crash.
Eco-Driving Techniques Can Reduce Crashes
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Researchers are finding that carriers whose drivers use fuel-efficient driving techniques can not only reduce emissions and fuel consumption, but also reduce crashes.