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Canada Dockworkers to Vote on New Contract Today
The union representing more than 7,000 dockworkers at two of Canada’s busiest ports is set for a key vote on a new contract today, potentially putting an end to labor unrest.
July 21, 2023Volvo Signs Fuel System JV Deal With Canada’s Westport
Truck manufacturer Volvo Group is set to establish a high-pressure gas-injection fuel system joint venture with Westport Fuel Systems.
July 21, 2023New Jersey Sues Over NYC Congestion Pricing Plan
A plan to charge motorists driving into midtown Manhattan in New York City was challenged by neighboring New Jersey, which seeks to block the proposal as unfair to commuters.
July 21, 2023CSX’s Q2 Profit Falls 15% Annually
OMAHA, Neb. — Fewer shipping container deliveries this spring hurt CSX railroad’s second-quarter profit and offset a sharp increase in shipments of automobiles.
July 21, 2023Senate Defense Bill Includes Freight-Centric Policy
WASHINGTON — A must-pass defense policy bill under consideration in the Senate includes a proposal to further facilitate access for trucks to military bases and installations.
July 20, 2023Funding Leaders Eye FY24 Bills’ Finalization
Leaders in the House and Senate aim to finalize legislation that would fund the Department of Transportation during fiscal 2024.
July 20, 2023California Bill Would Keep Drivers in Autonomous Cabs
California state legislators are moving closer to a final vote on a bill that would for roughly six years require drivers to be in the cab at all times for autonomous trucks.
July 20, 2023Canadian Dockworkers May Be Reconsidering Rejected Offer
Dockworkers might be rethinking their position on a tentative deal after calling off a renewed strike this weekend at Canada’s west coast ports, according to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
July 20, 2023M&A Trucking Market Weathers 2023 Headwinds
The trucking industry is facing merger and acquisition headwinds amid declining freight demand and rising interest rates, but deal buzz remains, experts said.
July 20, 2023June Trailer Orders Drop 59% Year-Over-Year
U.S. trailer orders continued the trend of year-over-year declines with a large drop in June, according to data released by ACT Research.
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