Action Sought Against China for Chassis, Container Practices
Lawmakers and trucking industry stakeholders are speaking out about what they view as unfair trade practices supported by China that are hampering domestic manufacturing efforts.
Eaton Merges Units in Preparation for Electrification Push
Eaton Corp. is preparing for the gradual transition of heavy-duty trucking away from diesel engines by integrating two segments of its operations.
US Dedicates $12 Billion to Retrofit Auto Plants for EVs
The Biden administration is making up to $12 billion available for automakers to retrofit their facilities to make electric vehicles and hybrids.
Economist Sees Challenges and Opportunity in 2024 and 2025
Higher interest rates are expected to slow inflation and the U.S. economy during the remainder of 2023 and into 2024, before the Federal Reserve reverses course and cuts interest
Locomotive Manufacturer, Union Agree to End Two-Month Strike
Wabtec and its striking union workers have reached a tentative agreement that could end a two-month strike that saw about 1,400 people walk off the job at its Pennsylvania plant.
Amazon, Shopify Open Amazon Logistics Resources to Sellers
Amazon .com Inc. and Shopify Inc. have struck a deal to allow merchants who pay for Shopify’s e-commerce tools to use Amazon’s logistics network.
Used Truck Market Can Likely Handle Yellow Liquidation
Used trucks and trailers owned by bankrupt Yellow Corp. are set to come up for auction in unprecedented numbers, but the market can handle it, say observers.
Florida Starts to Recover as Idalia Rain Hits North Carolina
Florida has started to dig out from the aftermath of Idalia, which weakened to a tropical storm even as it brought heavy rain across Georgia and the Carolinas.
Composite Use Cuts International SuperTruck II Mass by 60%
Navistar’s International SuperTruck II achieved a 60% reduction in weight compared with the baseline model due to a composite cab and trailer box, TPI Composites said.
Trucking Urges Zero-Emission Approach That Goes Beyond EVs
Alternatives for reducing emissions that go beyond a federal regulatory push to expand use of battery-electric trucks exist for both near- and longer-term applications, experts s