Forward Air has filed a counterclaim against Omni Logistics in response to a lawsuit Omni filed alleging that Forward has not followed through on a planned merger between the companies.
November 13, 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.
Honda Will Give Autoworkers 11% Raise After UAW’s Big Wins
Honda Motor Co. will hike the pay of some U.S. employees by 11% following the United Auto Workers’ contract victories at its unionized Detroit competitors, according to a company memo.
November 13, 2023Goodyear Q3 Tire Sales Fall on Commercial Trucking Weakness
Goodyear posted a loss in the third quarter on the back of weak conditions in its truck business, a fire at a Polish factory and an ongoing reorganization, the tire maker said.
November 13, 2023Westport, Volvo Fuel System to Ink JV Agreements by January
Westport Fuel Systems expects definitive agreements for its high-pressure gas-injection fuel system joint venture with Volvo Group to be signed by the end of January, executives said.
November 13, 2023Einride Begins Regular Unmanned Moves for GE Appliances
An unmanned cargo vehicle operated by Swedish startup Einride has begun transporting goods on a regular basis for GE Appliances at a private site in Selmer, Tenn., the companies announced.
November 13, 2023Hyliion to Exit Class 8 Electric Truck Powertrain Business
Hyliion Holdings Corp. plans to exit the Class 8 electric powertrain business, the company said Nov. 8, less than a month after beginning a strategic review of its options for the unit.
November 9, 2023Biden Visits Stellantis Autoworkers, Celebrates Labor Deal
BELVIDERE, Ill. — President Joe Biden put on a red United Auto Workers shirt on Nov. 9 as he celebrated a labor deal that will prevent Belvidere’s Stellantis plant from closing.
November 9, 2023Hyzon Eyes Q1 Testing for More Powerful FCEV Class 8 Truck
Hyzon Motors plans to begin testing the next generation of its Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks with U.S. customers in the first quarter of 2024.
November 9, 2023Landrieu Ties Infrastructure Future to Presidential Race
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is seeking to make the case that continued infrastructure progress could depend on keeping Joe Biden in the White House after 2024.
November 9, 2023Trucking Enters Strong but Uncertain Holiday Season
The trucking industry is heading into a strong but somewhat uncertain peak shipping season with consumer spending expected to remain high even amid a softer economy, according to a survey.
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