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Buttigieg Says Both UAW, Big Three Automakers Can Win

The United Auto Workers and Detroit’s Big Three can all notch wins in contract negotiations, with workers securing strong raises while the carmakers keep thriving, Pete Buttigieg said.

September 25, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Run on Less Event Sees Big Improvements, Pleasant Surprises

The North American Council for Freight Efficiency’s latest Run on Less program is largely producing pleasant surprises so far, including Tesla Semi performance.

September 22, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Daimler Truck Financial Services Plans European Expansion

Daimler Truck Financial Services is expanding into new markets to strengthen its operational presence in central-eastern Europe, the company announced Sept. 22.

September 22, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyPrivate

FTC Poised to Sue Amazon for Antitrust Violations

The Federal Trade Commission is expected to sue Amazon for antitrust violations next week, according to people familiar with the matter — the agency’s fourth swipe at the retail giant in 2023.

September 22, 2023
Government

White House Preparing for Government Shutdown

WASHINGTON — The White House is preparing to direct federal agencies to get ready for a shutdown after House Republicans left town for the weekend with no plan to keep the government funded.

September 22, 2023
EquipmentSafety

Elite Truckers to Test Skills at Fundraiser Sept. 23

A month after the National Truck Driving Championships, elite commercial drivers will have a forum to display their talents.

September 22, 2023
BusinessEquipment

UAW Strikes Spread to 38 Locations in 20 States

The president of the United Auto Workers said Sept. 22 the union will expand its strike against major automakers by walking out of 38 General Motors and Stellantis plants in 20 states.

September 22, 2023
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentFuel

Volvo Energy Developing Second-Life Plans for Truck Batteries

GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Executives from Volvo Energy said they are developing long-term life cycle plans for batteries used in their electric trucks, with an emphasis on energy storage.

September 22, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Volvo Picks New Chairman Amid Spinoff Talk

Volvo Group, one of the world’s largest truck makers, has proposed that Par Boman be appointed its new chairman at the Swedish company’s annual general meeting in March.

September 22, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Freight Executives Press Congress on Trucking Priorities

WASHINGTON — Policy initiatives that could improve economic and legal conditions for the trucking industry were raised during a meeting between family-owned stakeholders and lawmakers.

September 21, 2023