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Fisker Files for Bankruptcy Protection
Electric vehicle maker Fisker filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the second electric startup to do so in the last year as even industry leaders struggle to lure more buyers.
June 18, 2024Waabi Raises $200M as It Eyes Fully Driverless Trucks in '25
Autonomous technology developer Waabi raised $200 million that will help carry it through the commercial launch of fully self-driving trucks in 2025, the Toronto-based company said.
June 17, 2024Diesel Price Climbs to $3.735 After First Gain in 10 Weeks
The national average diesel price reversed course and swung up 7.7 cents to $3.735, ending nine straight declines, according to Energy Information Administration data released June 17.
June 17, 2024Werner CEO Says Freight Market Is Returning to Normal
Werner Enterprises CEO Derek Leathers said patterns emerging in the cargo marketplace point to a long-awaited adjustment that could help lift trucking out of its persistent freight recession.
June 17, 2024Crossword Puzzle Solution for June 17, 2024
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the June 17, 2024 print edition.
June 17, 2024Eaton, BAE Systems Partner on E-Powertrain Offerings
MARSHALL, Mich. — Eaton and BAE Systems, through an expanded partnership, provided a demonstration of their powertrains and charging solutions for medium-duty electric vehicles.
June 17, 2024Perspective: How Refrigerated Trucking Delivers for Summer
During the summer, consumers purchase more produce and fresh blooms. Behind the scenes, the logistics industry takes certain steps for transporting these goods safely and efficiently.
June 17, 2024Optimize Your Fleet and Revenue
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June 17, 2024Sponsored ContentCSX Plans Infrastructure Work at Maryland Yard
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Infrastructure improvements at CSX’s Cumberland yard will increase capacity and allow railcars that previously couldn’t move through the yard to do so, the company said.
June 17, 2024CVSA Inspectors Pass 88% of Vehicles on Brake Safety Day
Inspectors in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. conducted 4,898 commercial motor vehicle inspections in a brake safety event April 30, putting 570 vehicles out of service for critical violations.
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