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Walmart Posts Strong Q4, Weakens Forecast on Less Spending

NEW YORK — Walmart reported another quarter of great results, ending 2023 on a high note as low prices attract shoppers looking for deals in an economically challenging environment for many.

February 20, 2024
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Minnesota Report Cautions Against Rush to EV Transition

State lawmakers rushing to jump on the battery-electric vehicle bandwagon for longhaul trucks will create a web of operational roadblocks and other problems, a new report says. 

February 20, 2024
Crossword

Crossword Puzzle Solution for February 19, 2024

Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the February 19, 2024 print edition.

February 19, 2024
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TMC Has Full Agenda Planned for Annual Meeting

TMC Executive Director Robert Braswell said challenging technical issues and industry innovation will be in the spotlight March 4-7 in New Orleans.

February 16, 2024
Special Coverage

2024 TMC

Complete coverage of American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting March 4-7, 2024, in New Orleans.

February 16, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Samsara Files Complaint Against Motive With Trade Commission

Alleging that Motive Technologies Inc. has engaged in unlawful patent infringement practices, Samsara Inc. has filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission.

February 16, 2024
BusinessEquipment

Bridgestone Q4 Profit Dives as Truck Tire Demand Slumps

Profits at Bridgestone Corp. dived in the fourth quarter of 2023 on the back of what the Japanese tire manufacturer said Feb. 16 was a remarkable slump in demand.

February 16, 2024
BusinessLogistics

Universal Logistics Beats Q4 Expectations

Universal Logistics Holdings beat fourth-quarter expectations despite experiencing a year-over-year decline in revenue and earnings, the company detailed Feb. 15.

February 16, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Consumer Sentiment Index Edges Higher in February

WASHINGTON — A measure of consumer sentiment ticked higher this month, after soaring in December and January, underscoring that Americans are starting to feel better about the economy.

February 16, 2024
BusinessTechnology

Fleets Use Tech to Aid Communication With Immigrant Drivers

The use of technology-based programs is helping integrate non-native English speakers into truck driving environments.

February 16, 2024