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Gas Vehicles Currently Cheaper to Fuel Than EVs
With gasoline prices dropping, a new study suggests gas-powered vehicles may be more economical to fuel up versus an equivalent electric vehicle.
February 27, 2024Factory Orders Tick Up in January
Orders placed with factories for business equipment barely rose in January after falling the prior month, suggesting firms are restraining their investment amid an uncertain outlook.
February 27, 2024Norfolk Southern Urges Shareholders to Reject Takeover Plan
OMAHA, Neb. — Norfolk Southern wants its shareholders to back its current management team and strategy and reject a bid from a group of investors seeking to take control of the railroad.
February 27, 2024National Average Diesel Price Falls 5.1¢ to $4.058 a Gallon
The national average for a gallon of diesel fell by 5.1 cents the week ending Feb. 26, the largest drop this year, according to data released by the Energy Information Administration.
February 26, 2024House Launches AI Task Force
To assist policy panels with an in-depth understanding of artificial intelligence technology, House leaders recently created a bipartisan task force.
February 26, 2024Covenant’s Duncan Named Recruiter of the Year
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Matthew Duncan of Covenant Logistics was named the 2023 Transport Topics Recruiting Professional of the Year at Conversion Interactive Agency's annual event.
February 26, 2024FTC Sues to Block Kroger’s $24.6 Billion Albertsons Deal
The Federal Trade Commission, eight states and Washington, D.C., sued to block Kroger Co.’s $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos. on Feb. 26.
February 26, 2024Crossword Puzzle Solution for February 26, 2024
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the February 26, 2024 print edition.
February 26, 2024Equity Guides Initiatives at USDOT
Capitol Agenda: The Biden administration is pursuing equity strategies as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s labyrinthine implementation.
February 26, 2024Ford Pauses F-150 Lightning Shipments
Ford Motor Co. has paused shipments of the 2024 F-150 Lightning pickup truck as part of a longer-than-expected quality check process.
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