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Uber Freight Expands Enterprise Shipping Offerings

Uber Freight launched two new software solutions aimed at expanding its enterprise shipper offerings, the company announced Sept. 8.

September 8, 2020
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Boeing Finds New 787 Flaw, Slows Deliveries for Inspection

Boeing Co. has slowed deliveries of its 787 Dreamliner as crews check for a new manufacturing flaw involving gaps in the horizontal stabilizer, the small wing in the aircraft tail.

September 8, 2020
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House Panel Considers Rural Energy Aid Bill

Legislation meant to assist rural electric cooperatives was scheduled for consideration by the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee on Sept. 9.

September 8, 2020
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Peterbilt Offers Lease Deal on New 220EV

Peterbilt Motors Co. announced an introductory lease offer on its Model 220EV through PacLease. The zero-emission cabover truck is intended for the Class 6 and Class 7 segments.

September 8, 2020
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Nikola, GM Strike Deal for Pickup Trucks, Batteries

General Motors Co. and Nikola Corp. on Sept. 8 announced a strategic partnership under which GM will build Nikola’s Badger pickup truck and also serve as a key supplier of fuel cell-electric technology for Nikola’s Class 7 and Class 8 trucks.

September 8, 2020
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American Trailer Rental Group Expands in Columbus, Ohio

American Trailer Rental Group announced it opened a First in Trailer Service location in Columbus, Ohio, citing economic expansion as well as the rich manufacturing and distribution history of the greater Columbus area.

September 4, 2020
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August Class 8 Orders Underscore Replacement Demand

North American Class 8 orders in August reached replacement levels as fleets found the freight market growing stronger despite the many uncertainties in society at large, ACT Research reported.

September 3, 2020
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Volvo Helps Expand Options for Electric Truck Charging

Volvo Trucks North America took a step toward the widespread usage of electric trucks by expanding charging options, the company announced Aug. 26.

September 2, 2020
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ETruck Transportation to Convert Used Freightliner Class 6 Trucks to Electric

ETruck Transportation announced a plan to take used, diesel-powered Class 6 Freightliner models and convert them to battery-electric power.

September 2, 2020
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Demand for Rental, Lease Trailers at Historic Highs

The utilization rate of rental and lease trailers continues at historic highs amid industry consolidation and a shift to more rentals and away from long-term leases, according to an industry survey released in August.

September 2, 2020