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Kia Debuts First Georgia-Made EV at State Capitol

Kia executives met with Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and state leaders Feb. 13 to show off a historic milestone — the first electric vehicle built in Georgia.

February 16, 2024
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsFor-Hire

Social Media Platforms Open Fleets to Newer Recruiting Pool

Fleets are looking more to social media platforms to increase brand awareness, reach new customers and, increasingly, find new employees.

February 16, 2024
BusinessSafety

CDL Schools, Driver Training Programs Focus on the Right Fit

The driver shortage and turnover are top concerns within the trucking industry, and insiders contend schools and training programs play a critical role in attracting new entrants.

February 15, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Rouzer Outlines WRDA's Path to Passage

This spring, House Republicans will seek committee approval of a comprehensive water infrastructure bill significant to supply chain connectivity.

February 15, 2024
BusinessLogistics

Kenan Advantage Group Enters Dry Bulk Sector

Kenan Advantage Group bought Northern Dry Bulk for an undisclosed sum, marking its first major foray into dry bulk haulage, the top-ranked tank transporter said.

February 15, 2024
GovernmentFuel

Diesel Price Surges 21¢ to $4.109 a Gallon

Diesel's national average price topped $4 for the first time in 10 weeks, rising 21 cents to $4.109 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data for the week of Feb.12.

February 15, 2024
GovernmentBusinessLogistics

Update: 2024 Top 100 Truck Bottlenecks List Sees Congestion Increasing

Fuel card skimming is on the rise. Read Dan Calabrese's report on what trucking fleets can do to thwart cyber criminals who engage in this high tech theft.

February 15, 2024
BusinessEquipment

Allison Q4 Profit Rises 21% on Vocational Strength

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. profits increased 21% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2023 behind North American Class 8 vocational truck market strength.

February 15, 2024
GovernmentBusiness

Retail Sales Fall 0.8% in January After Busy Holiday Season

NEW YORK — Americans pulled back their spending more than expected in January after the traditional holiday season splurge, Commerce Department data showed Feb. 15.

February 15, 2024
BusinessTechnologySafetyAutonomous

GM Nearly Doubling Area Where Automated System Is Usable

DETROIT — General Motors is adding about 350,000 miles of roadways in the U.S. and Canada to the area where drivers can use the company’s “Super Cruise” partially automated driving system.

February 15, 2024