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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

U.S. Xpress Reports Revenue Gain, Earnings Loss in Q3

U.S. Xpress Enterprises reported revenue growth, but earnings were dragged down for the third quarter because of segment results, the company reported Nov. 3.

November 4, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Chinese EV Startup Monitors Drivers’ Vital Signs

A new Chinese electric vehicle startup, BeyonCa, is touting its ability to monitor drivers’ health for serious incidents like a heart attack to help stand out in an increasingly crowded market.

November 4, 2022
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Spokane International Airport Completes Second Phase of Rail, Truck Facility

The Spokane International Airport has completed the second phase of a rail and truck transload facility designed to attract advanced manufacturing companies to the region.

November 3, 2022
BusinessEquipment

Class 8 Orders Soar in October on Pent-Up Demand

North American Class 8 orders in October soared past the year-earlier volume and retreated a step or two from the previous month’s all-time record, ACT Research reported, calling it further confirmation of pent-up demand.

November 3, 2022
GovernmentBusiness

Candidates Raise Freight Infrastructure, Energy Priorities in Midterms

Energy proposals anchored on freight infrastructure initiatives have loomed large for candidates around the country aiming to represent constituents in Congress next year.

November 3, 2022
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentLogistics

Rhode Island Files Notice of Appeal in Truck Tolling Case

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has filed an appeal challenging a district federal court judge’s ruling declaring unconstitutional the state’s controversial trucks-only tolling plan.

November 3, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Cummins Reports Strong Q3 Results; Meritor Now Part of Company

Cummins Inc. reported lower net income and higher revenue in the third quarter as business in North America was strong and its growth strategy added costs.

November 3, 2022
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

Werner Reports Revenue Increase for Q3

Werner Enterprises saw revenue rise but income decline during the third quarter of 2022, the company reported Nov. 2.

November 3, 2022
Business

Yellow Posts Rise in Revenue, Decline in Earnings for Q3

Yellow Corp. increased revenue but earnings declined during the third quarter, the company reported Nov. 2.

November 3, 2022
GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuelLogistics

Nebraska, Iowa Issue Hours-of-Service Waivers Related to Fuel

The governors of Nebraska and Iowa temporarily waived federal mandates for truck drivers amid greater fuel demand for harvest season and diesel shortages.

November 3, 2022