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Diesel Drops Again, Falling 6.8¢ to $4.376 a Gallon

The national average price of diesel continued to dive, shedding 6.8 cents to settle at $4.376 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Feb. 21.

February 21, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyTCA

Lightning eMotors Capitalizes on Federal Electric Truck Incentives

Lightning eMotors, a Loveland, Colo.-based manufacturer and seller of electric vehicles for commercial fleets, has been certified under the “buy America” program, making its products eligible for federal grants designed to help electrify the nation’s transportation.

February 21, 2023
Government

Brian Schatz of Hawaii to Lead Senate Funding Panel

The panel responsible for drafting funding legislation for federal transportation programs and operations will be led by Sen. Brian Schatz, the chamber’s leaders announced recently.

February 21, 2023
BusinessSafety

FleetForce Prepares Launch of New CDL Training Centers

FleetForce Truck Driving School finalized a market expansion totaling six new training program centers in Florida, the driver training company announced Feb. 21.

February 21, 2023
BusinessPrivate

Walmart Beats Q4 Expectations, Remains Cautious on Guidance

NEW YORK — Walmart on Feb. 21 reported strong sales during the holiday season as budget-conscious consumers looking for better deals on groceries and other items flocked to its stores.

February 21, 2023
Business

Epes’ Melissa Nishan Earns Recruiting Honor

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Melissa Nishan, vice president of driver recruiting at Epes Transport System Inc., says she nearly fainted when she heard her name announced Feb. 17 as the Transport Topics Recruiting Professional of 2022.

February 21, 2023
GovernmentBusiness

Business Activity Steadies in February, Boosted by Services Increase

U.S. business activity steadied in February as the service sector regained its footing, suggesting a resilient economy that is keeping some pricing power intact.

February 21, 2023
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Volkswagen Emission Software is Faulty, German Court Rules

A Volkswagen AG Golf model that regulates polluting emissions based on the outside temperature doesn’t comply with the law, a German court ruled.

February 21, 2023
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Iowa Has New Overweight Permit Law for Emergencies

Iowa has a new law on its books allowing state and local officials to exempt overweight permits from load limits so truckers can move heavier loads in emergencies.

February 21, 2023
Crossword

Crossword Puzzle Solution for February 20, 2023

Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the February 20, 2023 print edition.

February 20, 2023

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