“Securing these two sites in California is a significant step forward in our mission to support the electrification of commercial fleets,” said Sylvia Hendron.
October 28, 2024Trucking Business News
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Autonomous Tech Could Transform Farming
A growing number of companies are bringing automation to agriculture. It could ease the sector’s labor shortage, help farmers manage costs and protect workers from extreme heat.Â
October 28, 2024Autonomous Yard Tractor Developer Outrider Raises $62M
Autonomous electric yard tractor software developer Outrider raised $62 million in an oversubscribed Series D financing round, it said Oct. 24.
October 28, 2024Dockworkers at East Coast Ports to Resume Negotiations
The union representing dockworkers in East Coast ports is set to return to the bargaining table next month, part of an arrangement reached after a three-day strike was suspended Oct. 3.
October 28, 2024Daimler Truck, Volvo Teaming Up on New Truck OS Platform
The venture aims to develop a centralized operating system that could accelerate industry innovation by separating software from hardware development cycles.
October 28, 2024As Crude Fades, Big Oil Must Borrow to Pay Investors
Weaker crude prices and refining margins are likely forcing four of the five supermajor oil companies to borrow money to fund $15 billion in share buybacks for the most recent quarter.
October 28, 2024Universal Reports Year-Over-Year Growth Amid Weak Market
Universal Logistics Holdings inched up third-quarter revenue and earnings despite weak market conditions, the company reported Oct. 24.
October 28, 2024VW Plans to Close Three German Factories
Volkswagen AG plans to close at least three factories in Germany as Europe’s biggest automaker tries to slash expenses to become more competitive.
October 28, 2024Truck Maker Scania Plans Complete Shift to Northvolt
Volkswagen’s truck manufacturing brand Scania plans to equip all its future electric trucks with Northvolt batteries, in a vote of confidence for the cash-strapped Swedish battery maker.
October 28, 2024Understanding LTL (Less Than Truckload) Shipping and Freight
LTL freight shipping has become increasingly important in modern logistics and supply chains due to its cost-effectiveness and flexibility.
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