Truckload carrier Landstar System said late Wednesday its second-quarter profit rose slightly, while revenue jumped 10%.
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DOT Issues Transport Plan
Declaring the current system irrevocably “broken,” Transportation Secretary Mary Peters unveiled the Bush administration’s final major surface transportation policy initiative — a reform of the highway program that includes unlimited tolling and an increased emphasis on private capital.
August 4, 2008
Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Â
Bridgestone Firestone to Hike Prices by Up to 10%
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire said Thursday that it will raise prices by up to 10% on all of its truck, bus, pickup and passenger tires because of higher raw materials costs and persistently high fuel prices.
July 31, 2008Goodyear’s 2Q Profit Rises on International Sales
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s second-quarter profit rose to $75 million, or 31 cents a share, from $56 million, or 26 cents, in 2007 as stronger international sales offset a slip in the North American market, the company said Thursday.
July 31, 2008Cummins’ Profits Rise as Engine Demand Recovers
Engine manufacturer Cummins Inc., said that its second-quarter profits rose to a record as overseas demand bolstered a recovering North American truck-engine market.
July 30, 2008ArvinMeritor Reports Fiscal 3Q Profit
Vehicle component supplier ArvinMeritor earned $44 million, or 60 cents a share in the quarter ended June 30, compared with a loss of $70 million, or 99 cents, a year ago, the company said Tuesday.
July 29, 2008Kemp Promoted to President, COO of ABF Freight
Wesley Kemp was appointed president and chief operating officer of
less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight System, the company said.
Ryder Reports Mixed 2Q Earnings
Ryder System Wednesday reported a second-quarter profit of $62.9 million, or $1.10 per share, compared with $65.1 million, or $1.07 per share, a year ago.
July 23, 2008Cummins to Acquire N.C. Engine Company
Diesel engine maker Cummins Inc. said Friday it concluded joint ventures with two companies and that it will purchase a stake in a North Carolina engine company, which will become a Cummins unit.
July 18, 2008Eaton Reports Higher 2Q Income, Trims Forecast
Vehicle parts manufacturer Eaton Corp. said Tuesday its second-quarter net earnings jumped 35% led by more acquisitions, but the company trimmed its earnings forecast for the year.
July 15, 2008