Trucking Business News

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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.

Business, Equipment

Mobil Delvacâ„¢ helped BSA Trucking's fleet become unstoppable

After switching to Mobil Delvac™, BSA Trucking was able to extend oil drain intervals from 30,000 miles to 75,000 miles. As a result, BSA Trucking had less maintenance, kept their trucks on the road longer and increased productivity.  

July 1, 2023
Business

How to Survive the Driver Shortage

This ebook will help fleet managers develop a strategic plan to attract, hire, and retain quality drivers, covering: - Factors contributing to the driver shortage - Costs of hiring new drivers - Best practices for recruiting and retaining drivers - Creating a strong company culture - Top technologies and tools

July 1, 2023
Business, Equipment

Fullbay’s Heavy Equipment Maintenance Checklist

A maintenance checklist can help ensure you hit everything necessary during an inspection. While we usually go for electronic checklists, we know some techs are still fans of the printed versions. Check out this downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!

July 1, 2023
Government, Business

Key Inflation Gauge Hits Two-Year Low in May

An inflation index that is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve tumbled in May to its lowest level since April 2021, pulled down by lower gas prices and slower-rising food costs.

June 30, 2023
Business, Technology, Autonomous

TuSimple Eyes US Exit, Hires Bankers

TuSimple is exploring strategic alternatives for its U.S. operations, including a sale, which would see the self-driving truck technology provider focus on Asia-Pacific activities.

June 30, 2023
Business, Equipment, Safety

Kolton Schultz Returns to NTDC Stage With Idaho Victory

XPO driver Kolton Schultz credits his instincts for winning the 3-axle class and claiming grand champion honors at the Idaho Truck Driving Championships.

June 30, 2023
Business, Equipment, Fuel

Cummins' 15-Liter Natural Gas Engine in Customer Testing

Cummins has been testing its X15N engine in the U.S. for more than a month, a big step forward for its largest natural gas-powered, heavy-duty trucking powertrain in North America.

June 30, 2023
Business

Car Prices Are Starting to Ease to Pre-Pandemic Levels

The U.S. new car market is returning to pre-pandemic norms as supply chain issues resolve, forcing carmakers to ramp up deals to sustain sales growth.

June 30, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous, TCA

Inside an Aurora Self-Driving Truck Testing in Texas

A number of autonomous truck developers like Aurora have set up operations in Texas, allowing them to run test drivers and preview routes with their self-driving technology.

June 30, 2023
Business, Logistics

Teamsters Break Off UPS Talks, Warn Strike ‘Inevitable’

The Teamsters union gave UPS Inc. a June 30 ultimatum in labor talks after walking away from discussions June 28, warning a nationwide strike “appears inevitable.â€

June 29, 2023