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Stellantis Promotes Opportunities for Minority-Owned Businesses in EV Shift
The chief operating officer in North America of the maker of Jeep SUVs and Ram trucks on Nov. 14 emphasized the opportunities for minority-owned businesses to be a part of the company’s transformation toward electrification.
November 14, 2022Democrats to Focus on Climate Change in Next Congress
With control of the Senate secured after the midterm elections, congressional Democratic leaders anticipate climate change will serve as a guiding principle for the remainder of President Joe Biden’s first term. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
November 14, 2022October Classes 4-7 Retail Sales Uneven
Classes 4-7 U.S. retail sales in October were off 5% from a year earlier, thanks only to strength in Class 6 as the other classes fell, Wards Intelligence reported.
November 14, 2022Musk Complains of ‘Too Much Work’ After Taking Over Twitter
The fear Tesla Inc. investors had as soon as Elon Musk made his bid for Twitter Inc. has come to fruition: Even he admits he’s taken on more than he should.
November 14, 2022Crossword Puzzle Solution for November 14, 2022
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the November 14, 2022 print edition.
November 14, 2022Trailer Makers Use Composites, Materials to Extend Life, Limit Moisture and Overloading
Amid a challenging landscape of supply chain issues, manufacturers are extending the lives of trailers using products such as composite materials and galvanized elements.
November 14, 2022Study Says Charging Network Isn’t on Pace With Electric Truck Development
In December, Tesla Inc. plans to deliver the first of its electric Semi trucks — prompting those responsible for delivering the power to ask: Are we ready for this?
November 14, 2022Airbus CEO Sees Energy Crisis Weighing on Production Next Spring
Airbus SE said production concerns have shifted from a shortage of jet engines to smaller suppliers struggling to cope with spiraling energy costs, with the squeeze expected to become most acute next spring.
November 14, 2022TravelCenters Announces 2022 TA Citizen Driver Honorees
TravelCenters of America has selected its annual Citizen Driver Award winners, the company announced Nov. 3.
November 14, 2022Union Pacific Awards $5.1 Million in Community Grants
Union Pacific Railroad announced the distribution of more than $5.1 million in local grants through a program that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion.
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