Profits and revenues at Ryder System Inc. increased in the second quarter of 2024 on the back of higher returns from its leasing and maintenance program, the integration of the Cardinal Logistics acquisition and the absence of an accounting charge taken in the year-ago period.
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Federal Maritime Commission Reopens Port Chassis Probe
The Federal Maritime Commission has opened a follow-up investigation involving the right of motor carrier choice in chassis provisioning.
July 11, 2024Are Air Disc Brakes Worth It?
In choosing brake systems for a commercial fleet, there’s no wrong answer whether air disc brakes are a right fit versus drum brakes. There are plenty of advantages for both.
July 12, 2024Private Fleets Pursuing Emissions Goals More Aggressively
Across all areas of the economy, shippers are facing increasing pressure to make their operations more sustainable and to meet environmental, sustainability and governance targets.
June 11, 2024ABF Freight Seeks to Boost Safety With Trailer Sensors
ABF Freight is ramping up its use of Drov Technologies’ AirBoxOne platform, which integrates truck and trailer sensors, Oklahoma City-based Drov said.
June 6, 2024Kenworth to Start Production of T680s, T880s With X15N in Q3
Kenworth plans to begin production of its Class 8 T680 tractor and T880 vocational truck with Cummins’ X15N natural gas engine in the third quarter of 2024, it said May 15.
May 17, 2024Ryder: Switching to a Class 8 EV May Double Vehicle Costs
A new analysis by leasing and logistics specialist Ryder System indicates the business case for swapping a diesel or gasoline van or truck for an EV is shaky for much of the trucking industry.
May 14, 2024TFI Buys Quebec-Based Truckload Carrier in Fourth 2024 Deal
TFI International acquired Quebec-based specialized truckload carrier Transport MJ Lavoie for an undisclosed sum, its fourth purchase so far in 2024.
May 13, 2024Intermodal Chassis Manufacturers Pull Back on Output
Intermodal chassis manufacturers are scaling back production as a result of weak demand as well as a supply overhang, company executives said.
April 25, 2024Amazon Becomes the Largest US Private EV Charging Operator
Amazon has installed more than 17,000 chargers at about 120 warehouses around the U.S., making the retail giant the largest operator of private EV charging infrastructure in the country.
April 15, 2024