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Trump Considering Privatization for Struggling USPS

President-elect Donald Trump has discussed possibly overhauling the agency with Howard Lutnick, his commerce secretary nominee, and other transition officials, The Washington Post said.

December 16, 2024
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Best Carrier TMS Software in 2025: How to Choose

Transitioning from basic load board tools or spreadsheets to an advanced, integrated Transportation Management System (TMS) is a critical step for mid-sized truckload carriers aiming to scale effectively and sustain long-term competitiveness.

December 14, 2024
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Toll Rates to Rise in Several States in 2025

Starting in January, toll rates on roads in Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York are set to rise anywhere from 3% to 15% for passenger and commercial vehicles.

December 13, 2024
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Aurora Opens Lidar Testing Facility in Montana

Located on Montana State University’s Innovation Campus, the office is designed to support development and testing of Aurora’s FirstLight Lidar technology.

December 13, 2024
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Supreme Court to Review California Auto Emissions Case

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case stemming from California’s vehicle pollution limits, agreeing to decide whether biofuel companies have a legal right to sue over the regulations.

December 13, 2024
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Canada Orders Postal Workers Back to Job

The Canadian government asked an independent labor board to order 55,000 Canada Post workers back to the job, a move that’s expected to end a strike that disrupted mail service for nearly a month.

December 13, 2024
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Costco Profit Beats Estimates on Healthy Consumer Spending

Costco Wholesale Corp. posted quarterly profit that beat expectations, showing the big-box retailer remains unfazed by tighter consumer spending.

December 13, 2024
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Daimler Truck Invests $285 Million in Michigan Plant

The investment, supported by state incentives, will modernize the 85-year-old Redford Township plant while expanding its research and development capabilities.

December 13, 2024
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Agriculture Industry Talks With Trump Team on Immigration

The U.S. agriculture industry has started talks with Donald Trump’s transition team in a bid to advocate for the food business as the president-elect pledges tariffs and mass deportations.

December 13, 2024
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Fleets Navigate the Challenges of Driver Acceptance of ADAS

Trucking experts say getting drivers to buy in to advanced driver assistance systems technology is key to making sure it is being correctly used.

December 13, 2024