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Class 8 Truck Orders Inch Up in September
North American Class 8 truck orders ended three months of year-over-year declines with a slight rise in September, according to ACT Research.
October 10, 2024NMFTA Launches Benchmarking Program for LTL Industry
On Oct. 1, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association held its first meeting for a new benchmarking group aimed at boosting efficiency through shared insights.
October 10, 202460 Seconds: Law Removes Barriers for Veterans at New CDL School Branches
President Joe Biden on Oct. 1 signed into law a bill aimed at ensuring veterans’ benefits are approved without delay at new commercial driving schools.Â
October 10, 2024FMCSA OKs Carrier Exemptions for Pulsating Brake Light Tech
Since May, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has given the OK for at least seven motor carriers to deploy the Intellistop braking system for up to five years, with restrictions.
October 10, 2024Experts Predict Busy but Similar Peak Shipping Season
As holiday shoppers gear up for an earlier start to the season, transportation experts predict a bustling peak period that mirrors last year’s activity.
October 10, 2024WTO Predicts 3% Rise in Merchandise Trade in 2025
Global goods trade in 2025 will grow less then initially forecast, the World Trade Organization said, as rising instability weighs on economic activity and threatens to disrupt shipping.
October 10, 2024FHWA Releases $134M for Hurricane Helene Road Repairs
The emergency funding aims to expedite recovery in North Carolina, Tennessee and South Carolina, which are grappling with widespread destruction left by Hurricane Helene.
October 10, 2024CEO Says Uber Will Prioritize Autonomous Safety
Uber Technologies Inc. is prioritizing safety over profits as it develops its autonomous driving fleet, says CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.
October 10, 2024Tesla to Finally Roll Out Robotaxi Tonight
When Elon Musk finally unveils autonomous taxi prototypes late Oct. 10, the Tesla CEO will have a lot to prove.
October 10, 2024Truck Parts Maker Accuride Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Commercial-truck parts maker Accuride Corp. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after the company burned through cash amid a freight industry recession in the U.S.
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