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BusinessFor-Hire

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.

August 26, 2024
GovernmentBusinessFuel

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.

August 26, 2024
BusinessFuel

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.

August 26, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Canada Imposes a 100% Tariff on Imports of Chinese-Made EVs

Canada will impose a 100% surtax on all Chinese-made electric vehicles beginning Oct. 1 in a series of measures aimed at cracking down on what the country views as unfair trade practices.

August 26, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

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.

August 26, 2024
BusinessEquipmentSafetyBreaking News

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.

August 24, 2024
BusinessEquipmentSafety

2024 NTDC Awards Gallery

Photos from the 2024 National Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Championships Awards Banquet at the JW Marriott Grand Ballroom in Indianapolis on Aug. 24.

August 24, 2024
BusinessEquipmentSafety

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.

August 24, 2024
BusinessEquipmentSafety

NTDC Spotlight: A. Duie Pyle

A. Duie Pyle 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. 

August 24, 2024
BusinessEquipmentSafety

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.

August 23, 2024