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Diesel Sheds 5.3¢ to Reach $4.836 a Gallon
The national average price for diesel fell another 5.3 cents Oct. 3 to reach $4.836 a gallon, according to the Energy Information Administration.
October 3, 2022New Yokohama Drive Tire Now Available in US
Yokohama Tire announced its new 716U ultra-wide-base weight-savings drive tire now is available in the U.S. in size 455/55R225.
October 3, 2022Werner Acquires Truckload Carrier Baylor Trucking
Werner Enterprises Inc. said it is acquiring Baylor Trucking, a move that expands its truckload operations.
October 3, 2022Truck Parking a Major Priority for FMCSA Administrator
Ensuring the nation’s truck drivers have access to adequate parking is a priority for Robin Hutcheson, the recently confirmed administrator at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
October 3, 2022Crossword Puzzle Solution for October 3, 2022
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the October 3, 2022 print edition.
October 3, 2022BNSF Plans $1.5 Billion Rail Facility to Relieve California Port Congestion
With a threatened railroad strike in the rearview mirror, BNSF Railway is hauling out a $1.5 billion plan for a new rail facility in Southern California that it says will relieve congestion around the critical ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.
October 3, 2022Trailer Walkthrough Video: Top Components You Should Know About
You might think that trailers are the simplest part of your fleet. They’re a box on wheels, right? Well, there’s more to it than that. Find out more about all things trailers at Behind the Cab: our brand-new content hub.
October 3, 2022Sponsored ContentEV Makers Urged to Partner With Miners to Secure Key Metals
A key lithium producer in Australia, the world’s top supplier, is urging electric car manufacturers and battery makers to become its partners in new refinery projects, arguing their direct financial backing is vital to avoid shortfalls of the material that’s crucial to the clean energy transition.
October 3, 2022USDOT Unveils Guide, Grants to Combat Truck Parking Shortage
Describing efforts to battle the truck parking shortage, top federal transportation and maritime leaders unveiled a guide to help states and described available grants.
October 3, 2022Biden Pledge to Make Federal Fleet Electric Faces Slow Start
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden, a self-described “car guy,’’ often promises to lead by example on climate change by moving swiftly to convert the sprawling U.S. government fleet to zero-emission electric vehicles. But efforts to eliminate gas-powered vehicles from the fleet have lagged.
October 3, 2022