New York will spend $1 billion to expand research into chip technology in Albany, hoping to make the region a center of chip research and manufacturing, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Dec. 11.
December 12, 2023Trucking 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.
New York Commits $1 Billion to Albany Chip Development
GM, Autocar Team Up on Hydrogen Fuel Cell-Powered HD Trucks
Automotive giant General Motors is to team up with Birmingham, Ala-based Autocar Industries to develop a range of hydrogen fuel cell-powered heavy-duty vocational trucks, the companies said.
December 11, 2023Perspective: As EVs Evolve, Don’t Overlook Aerodynamics
Fleets looking to improve the efficiency of their operations should not overlook how improving the aerodynamic properties of their trucks can generate immediate returns.
December 11, 2023Truck Manufacturer JV Opens First Heavy-Duty EV Charging Hub
Milence opened phase one of its first heavy-duty vehicle charging hub in the Dutch town of Venlo, it said recently.
December 11, 2023Cargo Workers Strike at Denver International Airport
Nearly 100 Swissport cargo workers at the Denver International Airport are on strike Dec. 11, protesting unsafe work conditions they say the company has been ignoring for more than a year.
December 11, 2023REPLAY: Driving Diversity in Transportation
Facing driver shortages and diversity challenges, the trucking sector stands at a pivotal point. Discover how these issues offer opportunities for inclusive growth in this interview with April Rai.
December 11, 2023Battery Startup ONE Demotes CEO Amid Cash Crunch
Our Next Energy Inc., a battery startup hoping to rival China with vital energy storage technology, has replaced founder and CEO Mujeeb Ijaz as it faces a failed funding round and cash crunch.
December 11, 2023Amazon Asks Federal Judge to Dismiss FTC’s Antitrust Lawsuit
Attorneys for Amazon on Dec. 8 asked a federal judge to dismiss the Federal Trade Commission’s antitrust lawsuit against the e-commerce giant.
December 11, 2023FTC Opens Inquiry of Chevron-Hess Merger
The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Chevron’s acquisition of Hess oil company, the second inquiry the independent agency has opened recently of a major oil industry merger.
December 11, 2023Holiday Crowds on Roads Expected to Be Bigger Than Last Year
More Americans are expected to fly or drive far from home over Christmas than they did last year, putting a cap on a busy year for travel.
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