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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, 2024
BusinessLogisticsAutonomous

Waabi 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, 2024
GovernmentFuel

Diesel 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, 2024
BusinessLogisticsFor-Hire

Werner 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, 2024
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Crossword Puzzle Solution for June 17, 2024

Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the June 17, 2024 print edition.

June 17, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Eaton, 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, 2024
BusinessEquipmentLogisticsPerspective

Perspective: 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, 2024
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June 17, 2024
BusinessSafetyLogisticsTCA

CSX 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, 2024
GovernmentEquipmentSafety

CVSA 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.

June 17, 2024