General News
House Republicans Pass Bill to Avoid Shutdown
House Republicans on March 11 passed legislation to keep the U.S. government open past a March 15 shutdown deadline, daring moderate Democrats in the Senate to block the measure.
From Baseball Bats to Caskets, Trump Tariffs Set to Hit Home
If President Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel and aluminum take effect at a minute past midnight in Washington on March 12, it will mark a repeat of first-term levies — with one major difference.
Washington Port Nabs $1.5 Million Grant for Fuel Project
The municipal Port of Walla Walla in Washington has secured a $1.5 million state grant for SkyNRG to annually produce 50 million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel and renewable diesel.
Platform Science CEO: Connectivity Could Transform Trucking
This increased connectivity, enabled by greater data sharing, may be the next truly transformative shift in the trucking industry, said Jack Kennedy, Platform Science CEO and co-founder.
Kalmar Ottawa Begins Sales of OT2 Electric Terminal Tractor
Kalmar Ottawa has begun selling its new OT2 EV electric-powered terminal tractor with initial deliveries set to begin in the second quarter.
Carney: Canada to Keep Tariffs Until US Commits to Free Trade
Canada will keep its trade retaliation in place until the U.S. lifts its own tariffs and commits to free trade, said Mark Carney, who will succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister.
Moving Industry Leaders Debate Business Growth Tactics
It was an exercise in good fun when four executives at independent moving companies sat at the front of a large audience for a lively debate about some of the moving industry’s hot topics.
Utility Trailer, Schmitz Cargobull Show Reefer Innovations
Utility Trailer and Schmitz Cargobull showcased the latest innovations for their reefer units that were developed as part of their ongoing joint venture.
Waabi Says Virtual Robotrucks Give Real-World Results
Robotruck startup Waabi says its super-realistic virtual simulation is now accurate enough to prove the safety of its driverless big rigs without having to run them for miles on real roads.
February Class 8 Truck Orders Drop 34% From Year-Ago Period
North American Class 8 truck orders in February remained below year-ago comparisons after a short uptick in December, according to ACT Research.
ATA Leader Chris Spear Addresses Trucking in the Trump Era
American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear said he is staying focused on the issues that matter to trucking amid the unsettled political and economic atmosphere in Washington.
States Want to Move Funds to Hard Infrastructure
As President Donald Trump pulls back on green funding, state officials are lobbying Congress to retain those dollars for other infrastructure projects like road and bridge repairs.
Trump Doubles Planned Tariffs on Canadian Steel, Aluminum
President Donald Trump said March 11 that he will double his planned tariffs on steel and aluminum from 25% to 50% for Canada, escalating a trade war with the United States’ northern neighbor.
Aperia, Goodyear Collaborate on Outsourced Tire Management
Aperia Technologies announced an exclusive agreement to supply its tire management technology to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s subscription-based Tires-as-a-Service program.
Nissan Appoints Espinosa to Succeed Uchida as CEO
Nissan named company insider Ivan Espinosa to replace CEO Makoto Uchida and helm the battered Japanese carmaker as it looks to secure a financial backer and stabilize its business.
Trump Says He’s Going to Buy a Tesla
After one of the worst single day sell-offs in Tesla’s history, President Donald Trump threw his support behind his adviser, billionaire Elon Musk, vowing to buy one of his cars.
Greenlane Launches Technology Suite for Charging Sites
Truck refueling specialist Greenlane introduced a suite of technology products March 11 intended to support customers at the joint venture’s first facility.
Senate Confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor Secretary
The Senate voted March 10 to confirm Lori Chavez-DeRemer as U.S. labor secretary, a Cabinet position that puts her in charge of enforcing federally mandated worker rights and protections.
Motive to Hire Hundreds as AI Firms Follow Big Tech to India
Motive Technologies plans to more than double its India head count, joining a rising number of artificial intelligence unicorns from Silicon Valley expanding in the South Asian country.
Tesla Semi, Smart Trailers and More Showcased at TMC
The Tesla Semi, an electric-powered trailer and a variety of connected vehicle technologies were among the innovations on display outside the Music City Center.