General News
Questions Grow About Safety of Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’
Driver experiences and crashes involving Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" system have drawn the attention of federal regulators.
California Trucking Association Ends AB 5 Legal Fight
The California Trucking Association is ending its yearslong legal battle against the state’s controversial AB 5 worker reclassification law.
FRA Report Says BNSF Safety Held Back by Industry Issues
BNSF is generally striving to improve safety, but that message doesn’t always reach workers who often don’t feel comfortable reporting safety concerns, according to an assessment.
Exxon Seeks to Sell Conventional Permian Assets for $1B
Exxon Mobil Corp. is looking to sell a package of conventional oil assets in the Permian Basin as the company focuses on growing shale production.
Panama Canal Eases Limits That Caused Shipping Bottleneck
The Panama Canal is lifting restrictions that caused a global shipping bottleneck as water levels normalize after a severe drought.
Key Bridge Insurer Pays Maryland Agency $350 Million
The Maryland Transportation Authority received a $350 million insurance payout from Chubb, the Key Bridge’s insurer, to be applied to cleanup and rebuilding the span that collapsed in March.
Peterbilt 579 EV to Transport Honda Vehicles in Alabama
A Petebilt 579 EV developed to transport newly built Honda vehicles from the company’s Lincoln, Ala., plant was unveiled Aug. 26 after a yearslong development process.
Port of Seattle Investigates Cyberattack at Airport
SEATTLE — An apparent cyberattack disrupted internet, phones and other systems at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for a third day as Port of Seattle officials worked to restore service.
Diesel Price Drops 3.7¢ to $3.651 a Gallon
The national average diesel price decreased by 3.7 cents to settle at $3.651 per gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released Aug. 26.
Kroger-Albertsons Deal Heads to Court With Food Price Focus
Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos. are finally getting their day in court. Nearly two years after the acquisition was announced, the grocery giants on Aug. 26 started a federal court hearing in Portland, Ore., on the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s bid to block the $24.6 billion deal.
Estes Purchases Seven Former Yellow Terminals
Estes has closed on lease purchases for seven terminals across the country that used to belong to the defunct carrier Yellow Corp., the company announced Aug. 22.
US Oil Dominance Hinges on Quiet Corner of New Mexico
Two New Mexico counties accounted for 17% of all onshore oil output in the contiguous U.S. last year.
Exxon Sees 2050 Oil Use at Current Level
Exxon Mobil forecasts global oil demand in 2050 will be the same — or slightly higher — than current levels, putting efforts to reach net zero carbon emissions by midcentury well out of reach.
Canada Imposes a 100% Tariff on Imports of Chinese-Made EVs
TORONTO — Canada’s government is imposing a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles that matches U.S. tariffs.
Back-to-Work Order Issued for Two Major Canada Railroads
TORONTO — The Canadian arbitrator appointed to resolve a railroad labor dispute to protect the North American economy has ordered employees at two major railroads back to work.
FedEx Freight’s Jackie Reed Named NTDC 2024 Grand Champion
INDIANAPOLIS — Jackie Reed, a FedEx Freight tank truck driver from Mississippi, outlasted the field to be named grand champion at the 87th National Truck Driving Championships on Aug. 24.
45 Finalists Announced at NTDC
INDIANAPOLIS — The 45 finalists competing at the National Truck Driving Championships were announced Aug. 24. Drivers representing states and companies will vie for a national title.
NTDC Spotlight: A. Duie Pyle
A.Duie Pyler drivers competing in the National Truck Driving Championships say they have the full backing of the West Chester, Pa.-based fleet, which is celebrating 100 years in business.
FMCSA’s Sue Lawless Praises Drivers’ Safety Focus
INDIANAPOLIS — The nation’s top trucking regulator praised the skill and commitment to safety exhibited by competitors at the 87th annual National Truck Driving Championships.
Kenan Advantage Group Acquires Chemical Transporter TransVac
Kenan Advantage Group on Aug. 20 announced that it acquired specialty transportation provider TransVac.