The United Auto Workers union says it has filed unfair labor practice complaints against Stellantis and General Motors for failing to make counteroffers to the union’s economic demands.
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Action Sought Against China for Chassis, Container Practices
Lawmakers and trucking industry stakeholders are speaking out about what they view as unfair trade practices supported by China that are hampering domestic manufacturing efforts.Â
August 31, 2023US Dedicates $12 Billion to Retrofit Auto Plants for EVs
The Biden administration is making up to $12 billion available for automakers to retrofit their facilities to make electric vehicles and hybrids.
August 31, 2023Used Truck Market Can Likely Handle Yellow Liquidation
Used trucks and trailers owned by bankrupt Yellow Corp. are set to come up for auction in unprecedented numbers, but the market can handle it, say observers.
August 31, 2023Composite Use Cuts International SuperTruck II Mass by 60%
Navistar’s International SuperTruck II achieved a 60% reduction in weight compared with the baseline model due to a composite cab and trailer box, TPI Composites said.
August 30, 2023Trucking Urges Zero-Emission Approach That Goes Beyond EVs
Alternatives for reducing emissions that go beyond a federal regulatory push to expand use of battery-electric trucks exist for both near- and longer-term applications, experts said.
August 30, 2023Flatbed and Cargo Safety Depends on Securement
Making sure flatbed cargo is secured for transit goes beyond meeting applicable regulations, which cannot cover every contingency, experts contend.
August 28, 2023ATA, Freight Leaders Press Congress on Excise Tax Repeal
When they return from their August recess, congressional policymakers should begin the process of repealing a tax on the purchase of new trucks, freight stakeholders indicated recently.
August 24, 2023Iowa Grants to Help Community Colleges Expand CDL Training
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds announced $5 million in commercial driver license infrastructure grants for community college training centers and new equipment.
August 24, 2023Top Democrats, White House Celebrate CHIPS Act Anniversary
A 2022 law key to the Biden White House’s “Build Back Better” economic agenda is helping with freight supply chain connectivity, senior congressional Democrats said recently.
August 22, 2023