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Four New Technologies Added for 2026 Crash Safety Ratings

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 16:42
The five-star crash test ratings, which most vehicles now receive, would not change under the new system. Consumers would see green check marks for vehicles with the new safety features.

Diesel Price Drops 3¢ to $3.491 a Gallon

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 16:15
The national average diesel price dropped 3 cents to $3.491 a gallon in its third straight decline, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Nov. 18.

Perspective: Getting End Point Security Right

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 16:04
Securing logistics end points is no longer just an IT concern — it’s a critical business imperative that demands the same attention as safeguarding physical cargo.

Moran Transportation Expands Into Ohio with RMX Acquisition

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 14:58
The acquisition brings 50 to 60 trucks and three service centers into Moran’s operations, increasing its total to 12 service centers and more than 675 pieces of equipment across the Midwest.

Ford Faces NHTSA Investigations Over Recall Issues

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 14:50
U.S. auto safety regulators are probing two recent recalls by Ford Motor Co. as the carmaker struggles to contain quality lapses in its vehicles.

US Refineries See Seasonal Highs Ahead of Holiday Travel

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 14:28
U.S. Gulf Coast refineries are operating at their highest capacity for this time of year since 1992 as they capitalize on strong fuel demand from Mexico and Brazil.

Biden Administration Finalizes TSMC’s CHIPS Act Award

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 13:48
The Biden administration has finalized a multibillion-dollar award for TSMC. made possible by the CHIPS and Science Act, marking a major milestone for the program.   

Manhattan Trucks Face $14.40 Toll as Congestion Plan Begins

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 13:48
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority approved a revised congestion pricing plan for Manhattan that President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to terminate once he takes office.

Biden Seeks $98 Billion in Hurricane Relief Funding

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:37
The administration will send its request to lawmakers on Nov. 18, according to a senior administration official who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity.

Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 18, 2024

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:30
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 18, 2024 print edition.

Landstar Taps Beacom and Miller for New Roles

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 12:15
Joe Beacom will become president of Landstar System Holdings. Matt Miller will succeed Beacom as vice president and chief safety and operations officer.

Norfolk Southern to Add Board Member in Truce With Ancora

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 11:57
Norfolk Southern announced it will add an independent director to its board as part of a settlement with activist investor Ancora.

Snow Removal Systems Save Time, Boost Safety for Fleets

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 11:51
More firms are buying or renting automotive snow removal equipment to not only quicken the time it takes to remove snow but also to ensure that trucks are conducting safe operations in winter.

Help Move the Mission

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 11:00
Move The Mission: Wreaths Across America Seeks Transportation Partners for 2024 Season – 25+ Lanes Available

Nippon Steel Makes Anti-Import Vow to US Steel Workers

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 10:57
Nippon Steel Corp. is promising unionized workers of United States Steel Corp. that it won’t send steel shipments from its overseas mills as part of its commitments to seal a $14.1 billion takeover of the American company.

Trump Considers Revoking EV Tax Credit

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 09:44
President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to revoke an up to $7,500 consumer tax credit for plug-in EVs would do more damage to the Detroit Three’s electrification prospects than to Tesla. 

Gas Prices Below $3 a Gallon in Time for Thanksgiving

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 09:05
U.S. average gasoline prices are set to fall below the $3-a-gallon level, just in time for Thanksgiving, when holiday travel is expected to climb back to pre-pandemic levels.

Trump Team Is Seeking to Ease Rules for Self-Driving Cars

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 08:32
Members of President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team have told advisers they plan to make a federal framework for fully self-driving vehicles a Transportation Department priority.

LaserShip Inks $300 Million Debt Restructuring Deal

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 08:04
American Securities-backed LaserShip Inc. reached a debt-restructuring deal with some creditors that would provide fresh money, reduce debt and revamp the repayment line in the latest such proposal by distressed debtors.

EBE Technologies Launches SHIPSMobile 5.1.0

Sun, 11/17/2024 - 23:00
At EBE Technologies, we are excited to announce the release of SHIPSMobile Content version 5.1.0, the latest evolution of our innovative mobile solution designed specifically for the transportation industry. After 14 months of development and extensive collaboration with our clients,

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