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GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Reported Cargo Thefts Increased 20% in 2022

The transportation sector experienced an estimated 20% jump in reported cargo thefts amid changing criminal tactics in 2022.

February 9, 2023
BusinessTechnologySafetyLogistics

Tracking Trucking's Top Bottlenecks 

American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) recently released the 2023 Top Truck Bottleneck List with Fort Lee, NJ claiming the top spot for the fifth year in a row. The in-depth analysis provides vital insight into truck-involved congestion points, highway traffic trends, and infrastructure investment opportunities. How much has the list changed since last year? How can this research be used to further conversations on funding and regional regulations? Rebecca Brewster, President and Chief Operating Officer of ATRI, joins Dan Ronan to help breakdown the top highway bottlenecks and discuss opportunities to address supply chain challenges. 

February 9, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Nissan Reports Better Profit as Chip Crunch Eases

TOKYO — Nissan reported a 55% jump in its October-December profit on Feb. 9, as the Japanese automaker gears up for a less-bumpy journey with its French alliance partner Renault.

February 9, 2023
GovernmentBusinessSafety

South Dakota Technical Colleges Get Funds for CDL, Diesel Tech Programs

New equipment for diesel technology and commercial driver license training are part of the $10 million investment South Dakota is providing to four state technical colleges.

February 9, 2023
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

Forward Air Reports Q4, Full-Year Records

Forward Air Corp. reported record fourth-quarter and full-year revenue, operating income and net income per diluted share Feb. 8.

February 9, 2023
Business

Toyota Keeps Conservative Profit View as CEO Transition Looms

Toyota Motor Corp. posted third-quarter profit that topped estimates, but kept its conservative outlook for the year intact.

February 9, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

DOE Encourages 33 Regional Hydrogen Hubs to Compete in Final Funding Phase

The Department of Energy advised proposed consortiums backed by states and others competing for a share of $7 billion in federal funds for their regional hydrogen hubs to get their permits, cost projections and community outreach plans in order.

February 8, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentAutonomousFor-Hire

Electric, Autonomous Trucks Hold Promise, Executives Say

LAS VEGAS — Autonomous and electric-powered trucks hold great potential to improve safety and efficiency in the freight transportation sector, but it will take time for these emerging technologies to overcome various market challenges and achieve widespread commercialization, industry executives said.

February 8, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Another $237 Million for Honda Battery Plant Project in Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio’s privatized economic development office has finalized an agreement with Honda to infuse $237 million into development of a massive battery plant project that the Japanese automaker plans to use to transform the state into its North American electric vehicle hub.

February 8, 2023
BusinessEquipment

January Class 8 Truck Orders Continue Monthly Decline

North American Class 8 orders in January hit 18,400 units, continuing a monthly decline since peaking in September, ACT Research reported.

February 8, 2023