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Freight Recession Still Squeezing Marten’s Profits, Margins

Profits and margins at Marten Transport continued to weaken in Q2 of 2024, dented by the ongoing industrywide supply-demand imbalance, higher costs and softer freight rates.

July 22, 2024
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Ontario Targets Predatory Towing Practices

Cracking down on predatory towing, Ontario now requires tow truck drivers and vehicle storage operators to have a certificate to operate in the first such move by a Canadian province.

July 22, 2024
BusinessTechnologySafetyLogisticsPerspective

Perspective: Using Technology to Protect Cargo From Theft

Cargo theft is often a subtle process, making it difficult to prevent. With cargo thieves relying increasingly on subterfuge, the security apparatus on the shop floor must evolve accordingly.

July 22, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

American Farmers’ Next Hot Commodity Is Canola for Biofuels

A growing number of energy and agriculture firms have been boosting spending in an effort to plant and crush more canola, an oilseed that could play a big role in the renewable fuel markets.

July 22, 2024
GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuel

Shipping Gets Dirtier as Houthi Attacks Fuel Longer Voyages

Shipping’s carbon emissions climbed by 23 million tons in the first half of this year, partly as vessels took longer routes to avoid attacks in the Red Sea.

July 22, 2024
BusinessEquipment

Yokohama to Buy Goodyear’s OTR Tire Business for $905 Million

Yokohama Rubber Co. agreed to acquire Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.’s off-the-road tire business for $905 million as part of the Japanese manufacturer’s global expansion plan.

July 22, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

EPA Awards $4.3B to Pollution Reduction Projects in 30 States

WASHINGTON — The Environmental Protection Agency is awarding $4.3 billion in grants to fund projects in 30 states to reduce climate pollution.

July 22, 2024
Sponsored

California’s Advanced Clean Fleet Mobile Service Centers

As the world's focus on sustainability intensifies, the transportation sector faces increasing pressure to reduce its environmental footprint. In response to this imperative, Amerit, a leading provider of fleet maintenance and repair services, is highlighting their Advanced Clean Fleet Mobile…

July 22, 2024
BusinessLogistics

What Causes Supply Chain Disruptions?

Supply chain disruptions can occur at any place and time, creating uncertainty for businesses and consumers alike.

July 21, 2024
GovernmentBusinessFuel

Stellantis Forks Out $190 Million in US Fuel Economy Fines

Stellantis NV paid $190 million in civil penalties in the first half of 2024 for failing to meet U.S. fuel efficiency standards, filings with regulators showed.

July 19, 2024