Latest News Updates From Transport Topics

Business, Equipment, Fuel

Groendyke Announces Acquisition of Linden Bulk Transport

Groendyke Transport on Aug. 19 announced a definitive agreement to acquire all the tank truck assets of Linden Bulk Transportation from Depot Connect International.

August 22, 2024
Government, Safety

Wisconsin Targets Impaired Driving With Labor Day Campaign

Wisconsin last year logged 7,701 crashes involving impaired drivers, resulting in 229 of the state’s 512 traffic fatalities. Wisconsin State Patrol wants to stamp these down.

August 20, 2024
Government, Fuel

Average Diesel Price Slips 1.6¢ to $3.688 a Gallon

The national average diesel price decreased by 1.6 cents, settling at $3.688 per gallon as of Aug. 19, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data.

August 19, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Declines 5.1¢ to $3.704 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 5.1 cents to $3.704 per gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Aug. 12.  

August 12, 2024
Government, Business, For-Hire

Trucking Insurance Concerns Go Beyond High Premiums

Although high premiums have been a top concern, industry leaders and state regulators have taken action to curb other insurance challenges that greatly affect the industry at large.

August 9, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Slips 1.3¢ to $3.755

Diesel’s national average price has decreased for the past four weeks, totaling 11 cents.

August 5, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Dips 1.1¢ to $3.768 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 1.1 cents to $3.768 a gallon, according to U.S. Energy Information Administration data released July 29.

July 29, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Sheds 4.7¢ to $3.779 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dipped 4.7 cents to $3.779 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released July 22.

July 22, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Sheds 3.9¢ to Settle at $3.826 a Gallon

The national average diesel price dropped 3.9 cents to $3.826 a gallon, its first decline after four straight gains, according to Energy Information Administration data released July 15.

July 15, 2024
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

ROTATE Recap: Knowing The ‘What’ & ‘Why’ of Data

Anthony Marshall, UPS’ vice president of maintenance and engineering for transportation fleet, provides insight on how fleet maintenance leaders should focus on the big picture of tire management.

July 12, 2024