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November 6, 2023Aftermarket Parts Costs Are Stabilizing
Industry leaders are pointing to several positive indicators that have caused a drop in aftermarket parts prices in the second quarter of 2023 from the first quarter.
November 6, 2023Dry Panama Risks Driving Large Oil Tankers Away From Canal
Dry weather is set to force large oil tankers to completely stop using the Panama Canal, requiring the vessels to extend their voyages by thousands of miles, a shipping researcher said.
November 6, 2023Chinese Electric Truck Maker Windrose Will Seek US IPO in 2024
Chinese electric truck maker Windrose Technology has started preparatory work for an initial public offering in the U.S. next year as it plans the commercial rollout of its first vehicle.
November 6, 2023EPA Will Review Salmon-Killing Chemical in Vehicle Tires
U.S. regulators say they will review the use of a chemical found in most tires as West Coast Native American tribes petition to have it banned because it kills salmon as they return from the ocean.
November 6, 2023Simple Ways to Cut Fleet Fuel Costs – Right Now
In 2022, the cost of operating a commercial vehicle surpassed $2 per mile for the first time, and high fuel costs were a big reason why. Fuel makes up about 40% of a commercial fleet’s total operating budget. And though fuel costs have dipped since last year’s record high, fuel continues to be a top expense for commercial transportation businesses.
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November 6, 2023Sponsored ContentSchneider Q3 Profit Slumps, Misses Analyst Expectations
Profits at Schneider in the third quarter of 2023 slumped 72% year-over-year in what the company believes was the most challenging phase of the ongoing freight recession.
November 3, 2023Air and Ocean Freight Deal With Fluctuating Volumes in 2022
2022 saw an eastern shift in container shipping within the United States, while airfreight volumes dipped across North America.
November 3, 2023Port Authorities Look to Make the Right Adjustments
In efforts to improve the supply chain system, U.S. port operators are utilizing advancements in infrastructure and technology to accommodate bigger ships and manage more cargo.
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