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Amazon Chooses Volvo VNR Electric as First Class 8 BET in US

E-commerce giant Amazon.com Inc. plans to deploy 47 Volvo VNR Electric tractors across its Southern California operations, its first Class 8 battery-electric trucks.

May 14, 2024
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Trucking Leaders Discuss Industry Trends, Key Concerns

PHOENIX — Stakeholders shared the latest information on issues affecting the trucking industry during ATA's Safety, Security and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition.

May 14, 2024
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FMCSA Grants Freight Hauler Exemption for Intellistop System

Federal regulators have granted a five-year exemption to fuel hauler Gemini Motor Transport to operate a flashing brake light system manufactured by Intellistop Inc.

May 14, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Arizona to Train CDL Students With Help From Scholarships

Starting this summer, future truck drivers seeking CDL training at nine Arizona community colleges will get financial help thanks to a $4.5 million workforce scholarship program.

May 14, 2024
BusinessLogistics

XPO Opens Three New Facilities Acquired From Yellow Closure

XPO recently opened three new facilities that were acquired by the less-than-truckload carrier as part of the Yellow Corp. bankruptcy.

May 14, 2024
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Senate Passes Diesel Emissions Reduction Bill Update

Legislation updating the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act was recently passed in the U.S. Senate.

May 14, 2024
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Ryder: Switching to a Class 8 EV May Double Vehicle Costs

A new analysis by leasing and logistics specialist Ryder System indicates the business case for swapping a diesel or gasoline van or truck for an EV is shaky for much of the trucking industry.

May 14, 2024
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GXO Opens Warehouse in Maryland for Conair

GXO Logistics has opened an approximately 2.1 million-square-foot distribution center in Maryland, a facility that will exclusively serve Conair.

May 14, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

Hydrogen Maker Plug Power Soars on $1.7 Billion US Backing

Hydrogen producer Plug Power Inc.’s stock soared May 14 after the Biden administration offered the U.S. company a conditional commitment for $1.66 billion in loan guarantees to build up to six facilities.

May 14, 2024
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Biden Hikes Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration announced plans to slap new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, advanced batteries, solar cells, steel, aluminum and medical equipment.

May 14, 2024