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Motive Introduces Service to Expedite Aid for Truck Drivers

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 15:44
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

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 15:21
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.

Transtex Acquires DClimate

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 13:57
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Transtex, a developer of trailer aerodynamic solutions, announced the acquisition of a leading manufacturer of auxiliary power units.

Biden Unveils $612 Million in Post-Hurricane Aid

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 13:04
President Joe Biden announced $612 million in recovery aid for areas stricken by hurricanes Milton and Helene as he surveyed the aftermath of Milton in Florida.

US Expands Sanctions on Iran Oil Sector Over Israel Attack

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 12:42
The U.S. announced new sanctions on Iran’s oil and petrochemicals sectors in response to the country’s Oct. 1 ballistic-missile attack on Israel.

Aperia Adds Tread Depth Diagnostics to Halo Connect i3

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 11:47
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Aperia Technologies is rolling out new tread depth diagnostics features within its Halo Connect i3 tire management system to help fleets further optimize tire life.

Fuel Shortage Hampers Hurricane Milton Cleanup in Florida

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 11:23
CORTEZ, Fla. — Floridians recovering from Hurricane Milton spent much of Oct. 12 searching for gas as a fuel shortage gripped the state.

PrePass Introduces GPS Toll Verification

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 11:00
PrePass, North America's premier integrated weigh station bypass and toll management service, has introduced an innovative GPS Toll Verification service. This cutting-edge solution will save fleets considerable time and money by matching GPS locations to toll charges, thereby proactively identifying potential billing inaccuracies.

Trucker Path Adds Function for Reporting Human Trafficking

Sun, 10/13/2024 - 09:45
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trucker Path is making it easier for commercial truck drivers to combat human trafficking with a new reporting function in its driver routing and trip planning mobile app.

Trucking, Law Enforcement Partner to Fight Human Trafficking

Sat, 10/12/2024 - 21:41
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trucking and its law enforcement partners have made major strides in developing methods to combat human trafficking, a panel of experts said Oct. 12.

Economy Repeats as ATRI’s Top Industry Issue for 2024

Sat, 10/12/2024 - 14:56
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — For the second year in a row, the state of the nation’s economy was the top-ranked industry issue that led the ATRI 2024 list of Top Industry Concerns.

Perspective: Trucking Is the Driving Force of the Nation

Sat, 10/12/2024 - 06:00
Over the past decade, ATA has seen tremendous change but has navigated it all while successfully advancing a mission to enact a broad-based, pro-trucking agenda built on common sense.

GXO Considering Sale Amid Interest From Potential Buyers

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 15:33
The Greenwich, Conn.-based company is working with financial advisers, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the details aren’t public.

Mexico Aims for Locally Made EVs to Rival Imports

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 14:13
Sheinbaum, a former energy researcher who made the small car part of her pledges in her Oct. 1 inauguration address, said the goal is for all components to be made locally.

September Class 8 Retail Sales Fall 1.9% Year Over Year

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 13:34
U.S. Class 8 truck retail sales fell year over year in September for a second consecutive month and the eighth month out of nine so far in 2024. However, sales rose on a month-on-month basis.

International Q3 Sales Jump 41% as OEM Clears Backlog

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 13:12
Sales at International soared in the most recent quarter after the truck and bus maker was able to clear a large part of a backlog of vehicles missing their mirrors.

MCE 2024 to Showcase Trucking’s Importance

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 10:34
American Trucking Associations will stress the importance of professional drivers as part of its 2024 Management Conference & Exhibition in Nashville, Tenn.

Florida Cleans Up After Hurricane Milton Tears Through

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 09:34
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Florida residents repaired damage from Hurricane Milton and cleaned up debris Oct. 11 after the storm tore homes to pieces and flooded streets.

Stellantis, Seeking to Revive Sales, Makes Leadership Changes

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 09:00
Stellantis announced a number of significant leadership changes, including the timing of CEO Carlos Tavares’ retirement as it struggles to revive sales in North America.

Femsa Offloads Logistics Operations to Grupo Traxion

Fri, 10/11/2024 - 08:36
Mexican behemoth Fomento Economico Mexicano has agreed to sell logistics operations to Mexican trucking firm Grupo Traxion for $205 million as the conglomerate continues to shed assets.

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