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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.

BusinessTechnology

The Future of Trailer Telematics: Going Beyond Track & Trace

From how to utilize your existing telematics to what’s on the horizon for future technology, this deep dive into advanced telematics is your cheat code to maximizing your investment – today and for the road ahead. 

March 1, 2024
Business

The Secrets to Keeping Drivers Safe & Happy

Explore the secrets behind driver satisfaction and brand loyalty in this dynamic white paper. Uncover how a supportive environment and purpose-built uniforms redefine driver well-being, fostering a committed workforce and boosting your brand's success.

March 1, 2024
BusinessSafety

Achieving a Return on Safety

In this guide, we’ll show you the bones of an integrated and data-driven approach to safety that boosts your bottom line — and the extra business benefits you can unlock. Learn how to optimize your safety program to capture, integrate and analyze contextualized data using telematics. 

March 1, 2024
BusinessEquipment

The 2024 State of Heavy-Duty Repair

From capitalizing on the latest revenue trends to implementing strategic financial planning—this report serves as your roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities in 2024. Get access to insights, benchmarks, and best practices for heavy-duty repair. 

March 1, 2024
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Canada’s Stalled Oil Pipeline Set for First Crude Deliveries

Canada’s biggest new oil pipeline in more than a decade will begin filling with crude within weeks, according to MEG Energy Corp.

March 1, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Gnosis Freight Software Firm Expands in South Carolina

South Carolina officials announced a $438,500 expansion in Charleston County of Gnosis Freight, a supply chain and logistics software firm that is expected to create 51 jobs.

March 1, 2024
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsAutonomous

Kodiak Transports Refrigerated Freight for Martin-Brower

Kodiak Robotics’ autonomous semis are carrying loads for logistics group Martin-Brower Co. on routes between Dallas and Oklahoma City, the companies said Feb. 29.

March 1, 2024
BusinessEquipment

Daimler Reports Q4 Earnings Increase on Strong Pricing

Profits at Daimler Truck AG jumped 120% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2023 on strong demand plus higher prices and margins. 

March 1, 2024
BusinessEquipmentFuelLogisticsFor-HirePrivate

Navistar Launches Integrated Powertrain

Truck maker Navistar announced Feb. 26 it has made the first deliveries of its International LT Series equipped with the International S13 Integrated Powertrain.

February 29, 2024
Business

Trucking Q4 Earnings Show Continued Sluggish Market

Fourth-quarter financial results from within the trucking industry showed carriers continue to navigate a sluggish market with little signs of a turnaround, according to analysts.

February 29, 2024