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Less Volatility in Diesel Prices Expected in 2024
Motor carriers can expect lower prices and less volatility at diesel pumps in 2024, according to experts.Â
January 9, 2024TRB Unveils Critical Issues Report
WASHINGTON — A guiding document outlining issues deemed highly important across transportation modes was unveiled for the annual meeting of the Transportation Research Board.
January 8, 2024Berkshire Settles Pilot Travel Sale Claims on Eve of Trial
Berkshire Hathaway has avoided trial by settling allegations it violated the terms of its buyout of Pilot Travel Centers by changing the accounting methods used to value part of the deal.
January 8, 2024Diesel Drops 4.8¢ to $3.828 a Gallon
The national average diesel price continued its steady descent, shedding 4.8 cents to reach $3.828 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Jan. 8.
January 8, 2024VinFast Names Vietnam’s Richest Billionaire New CEO
VinFast, the Vietnamese electric carmaker building a multibillion-dollar factory in North Carolina, has replaced its CEO and CFO in the company's latest executive shuffle.
January 8, 2024Crossword Puzzle Solution for January 8, 2024
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the January 8, 2024 print edition.
January 8, 2024Shipping Shows Signs of Panic as Houthis Menace Trade Lane
Container shipping is set to face a crunch ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday as Houthi attacks in the Red Sea restrict capacity, a major industry consultant said.Â
January 8, 2024Nikola Showcases Hydrogen Fuel Cell EV at CES
LAS VEGAS — Nikola Corp. showcased the range and maneuverability of its hydrogen fuel cell electric truck Jan. 7 during a test ride at CES 2024.
January 8, 2024Daimler Truck Deputy Chair Wary of 15% Cost Savings Target
Daimler Truck Holding is not likely to achieve the 15% reduction in operating costs, investment and research and development expenditures it’s targeting by 2025, its deputy chairman said.
January 8, 2024Stellantis Sales Drop 1% in 2023; Plug-In Hybrids Up
Stellantis NV reported a 1% U.S. sales decline in 2023, the company said Jan. 3. The automaker sold 1.527 million new vehicles last year, down from about 1.547 million sold in 2023.
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