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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.

BusinessEquipment

Dobbs Peterbilt Adds Louisiana Location

Dobbs Peterbilt, based in Monroe, La., announced it opened its doors.

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Ford-Backed Startup Targets EV Alternatives to Lithium-Ion Batteries

Solid Power Inc., the battery startup that went public in a reverse merger last year, has begun operating a new pilot line, putting it on pace to deliver sample cells to automotive partners by year-end.

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Protect Your Fleet’s Fuel Using Smart Tech

The fuel in your fleet’s tanks is a high-demand commodity—and one of your largest hard-dollar costs. Thieves take little risk in stealing and reselling it for thousands of dollars a day. Learn how smart fleet management technology can help you protect your fleet and its fuel. Read this white paper to learn:  the 6 costs of fuel theft  5 red flags that fuel has been stolen  how smart fleet management extends your prevention strategies 

June 6, 2022
BusinessEquipment

Ritchie Bros. Names Eric Jacobs Chief Financial Officer

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Inc. appointed Eric Jacobs chief financial officer, effective June 6.

June 6, 2022
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

XPO’s SEC Filing Advances Spinoff of Brokerage Platform

XPO Logistics Inc. has filed a confidential Form 10 registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the planned spinoff of its tech-enabled brokered transportation platform, the company announced.

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Bruckner’s Becomes First EV-Certified Mack Dealer in Texas

Mack Trucks announced Bruckner’s Truck & Equipment in Fort Worth, Texas, is now a certified electric vehicle dealer, making this the first Mack dealership to be EV-certified in Texas.

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Eaton Offers 48-Volt Programmable ECU for Heated Catalysts

Eaton announced its eMobility business introduced a 48-volt programmable power electronics control unit for electrically heated catalysts that can be used by commercial vehicle manufacturers to meet tightening global emissions regulations.

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Market Pressures, Availability Push More Fleets to Leasing

With the combination of increasing prices and interest rates, supply chain shortages and the rise of electrification, fleets are collectively at a tipping point. With these market conditions, are more trucking companies looking for alternative options, such as leasing, to purchase new units to hedge their uncertainty?

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

REPLAY: Optimize - Technology Sessions

Attention trucking technology and logistics leaders! This quarter's can't-miss virtual learning sessions are here. Join conversations between Transport Topics reporters and expert guests centered on the rising trends and issues in technology and freight logistics. 

June 6, 2022
BusinessTechnology

Musk Threatens to Walk Away From Twitter Deal

DETROIT — Elon Musk is threatening to walk away from his $44 billion bid to buy Twitter, accusing the company of refusing to give him information about its spam bot accounts.

June 6, 2022