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Perspective: How Refrigerated Trucking Delivers for Summer
During the summer, consumers purchase more produce and fresh blooms. Behind the scenes, the logistics industry takes certain steps for transporting these goods safely and efficiently.
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CSX Plans Infrastructure Work at Maryland Yard
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Infrastructure improvements at CSX’s Cumberland yard will increase capacity and allow railcars that previously couldn’t move through the yard to do so, the company said.
CVSA Inspectors Pass 88% of Vehicles on Brake Safety Day
Inspectors in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. conducted 4,898 commercial motor vehicle inspections in brake safety event April 30, putting 570 vehicles out of service for critical violations.
The $25,000 Electric Car Is Coming to US Soon
With signs of slowing growth in the premium EV market, manufacturers have been working on a pivot from luxury to practicality. The $25,000 economy electric car is the industry’s new target.
Tesla Cybertruck Deliveries Delayed Over Wipers
Tesla Inc. has halted Cybertruck deliveries because of a problem with its windshield wiper, Electrek reported.
The Cost of Outdated Fleet Communication Tools
In trucking every minute, mile, and dollar counts. Yet, outdated communication methods between drivers and dispatchers lead to costly accidents, fines, and missed opportunities. Our calculator helps you uncover the financial impact of distracted driving and highlights the potential opportunity of implementing a hands-free solution.
Take a Proactive Approach to Securing Your Semis
When it comes to securing your cargo and truck yards, the best approach is a proactive one. In this guide, experts share how you can reduce the risk of theft, protect employees, and keep your trucking operations running. Learn about the real cost of crime and the impact it can have.
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IEA: China’s Binge on US Fuel Is Biggest Oil Demand Driver
Chinese purchases of a relatively niche type of fuel from the U.S. have been the single biggest contributor to global oil demand growth in recent years, the International Energy Agency said.
NTSB to Approve East Palestine Report June 25
WASHINGTON — This month, the National Transportation Safety Board is scheduled to approve its investigative findings about a freight train derailment last year in East Palestine, Ohio.
Tesla Driver Tells Police He Was Using ‘Self-Drive’ in Crash
DETROIT — A Tesla apparently operating on one of the company’s automated driving systems crashed into a parked police vehicle June 13 near Los Angeles.
Panama Canal Averts Shipping Crisis With Its Water Plan
The Panama Canal has managed to ward off a shipping crisis that threatened to upend $270 billion a year in global trade. It did so with careful water management — and a little bit of luck.
World Container Shipping Rates Keep Rising
Inflation looks to be easing across the developed world, except for one glaring pocket of hot prices: cargo costs on the high seas.
Scania Ramps Up E-Truck Output
Swedish truck maker Scania is ramping up production of electric rigs now that previously delayed batteries from Northvolt AB have begun arriving in greater numbers at its factory in Sodertalje.
Elon Musk Wins Back His $44.9 Billion Tesla Pay Package
DETROIT — Tesla shareholders voted to restore CEO Elon Musk’s record $44.9 billion pay package that was thrown out by a Delaware judge earlier this year.