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Executive Order on Competition Mostly Praised in Shipping Community

President Joe Biden’s signing of an executive order to increase competition and reduce congestion in the supply chain is gaining the support of leaders at the Federal Maritime Commission and trade associations.

July 12, 2021

Kenworth Now Offers Haulmaax EX Suspension

Kenworth Truck Co. announced it now offers the Hendrickson Haulmaax EX suspension as an option for its Kenworth T880, W990, T680 and T480 vocational models.

July 12, 2021

UAW Members Narrowly Approve New Six-Year Contract With VTNA

Striking United Auto Workers at Volvo Trucks North America’s truck assembly plant in Dublin, Va. — in a close vote — ratified a new six-year contract, both parties announced July 14.

July 12, 2021

Flying Taxi Startup Whisper Aero Aims to Keep Noise Levels Down

A startup called Whisper Aero, which is disclosing its plans for the first time, thinks it may be well on its way to solving a noise problem related to drones.

July 12, 2021

Werner Introduces New App for Drivers

Werner Enterprises launched a new app to help make work easier for its professional drivers, the company announced July 9.

July 9, 2021

High Demand, Rising Component Costs Put Pressure on Trailer Production

Fleets looking to order new box trailers this fall — particularly dry van or refrigerated units — may be in for some sticker shock and a long wait.

July 9, 2021

Trucking Operations Continue as Heat Pounds Western States

As extreme heat smothers western states, trucking operations are pressing on at a regular pace.

July 8, 2021

Mullen Ramps Up Acquisitions Amid Expansion Plans

Mullen Group recently announced several acquisitions as part of an ongoing strategic plan to grow the Canadian business.

July 8, 2021

TMC/FleetNet America Reports Spike in Unscheduled Roadside Repairs

Fleets experienced an increase in unscheduled roadside maintenance from the end of 2020 through the first quarter of 2021, according to benchmarking data compiled by service data program developer FleetNet America and the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations.

July 7, 2021

Ryder Seeks $3.7 Million Default Judgment Against Chanje

Ryder Truck Rental Inc. asked a federal judge to issue a $3.7 million default judgment in its civil lawsuit against a Chinese-backed truck maker that allegedly failed to make good on promises to deliver 100 Class 5 electric vehicles to Ryder in 2017.

July 7, 2021