Commercial truck crossings into the United States from Mexico and Canada increased 1.1% to 10.8 million in 2013, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation.
July 25, 2014Business, Government, Safety, Autonomous
Coolants Require Check-Ups to Maximize Engine Life
Although some fleets and truck makers are turning to extended-life coolants because they are said to lower engine heat and maintenance costs, they still require regular checkups just as conventional coolants do, suppliers said.
July 28, 2014Business, Safety, Government, Autonomous
Truck Border Crossings Rise to 10.8 Million in 2013
Business, Safety
Intermodal Rail Traffic Rises 5.6% for Week
U.S. rail intermodal traffic increased 5.6% in the week ended July 19 compared with the same week last year, the Association of American Railroads reported.
July 25, 2014Government, Safety, Business
Senate Panel to Examine Truck Safety July 29
Safety concerns stemming from several recent truck accidents have prompted Senate transportation leaders to schedule a hearing July 29 to press regulators about their initiatives for improving highway safety.
July 24, 2014Business, Safety
Jobless Claims Decrease to Eight-Year Low
The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits dropped last week to the lowest level in more than eight years.
July 24, 2014Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Ryder’s Second-Quarter Net Income Rises
Ryder System said its second-quarter earnings rose from a year ago, as its fleet management and supply chain units revenue increased.
July 23, 2014Business, Safety
Allison’s Second-Quarter Earnings Rise
Allison Transmission Holdings reported its second-quarter net income increased on continued recovery of the North American on- and off-highway markets.
July 23, 2014Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety
Asset Tracking Provider I.D. Systems Hires Ellis as COO
I.D. Systems Inc., which sells the VeriWise brand of asset-tracking products, said it has appointed former Omnitracs executive Norm Ellis as its chief operating officer.
July 22, 2014Business, Safety, Technology, Government, Autonomous
Va. Tech Awarded $55 Million to Study Truck Safety, Autonomous Vehicles
The Virginia Tech Transportation Institute received $55 million in federal contracts to study safety efforts for commercial truck drivers and automated vehicles.
July 22, 2014Business, Safety, Government, Technology, Equipment, Logistics
Roadrunner Acquires Logistics Firm Integrated Services
Roadrunner Transportation Systems has acquired regional logistics firm Integrated Services for $13 million.
July 21, 2014