Truck News
Walmart Plans $350 Million Dairy Facility Expansion in Texas
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Walmart’s $350 million dairy facility expansion to produce milk near Waco for distribution to 750 Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs.
March 8, 2024Norfolk Southern Alone Should Pay for Cleanup, Judge Says
Norfolk Southern alone will be responsible for paying for the cleanup after last year’s fiery train derailment in eastern Ohio, a federal judge ruled.
March 8, 2024Employers Add Strong 275,000 Jobs in February
WASHINGTON — America’s employers delivered another healthy month of hiring in February, adding a surprising 275,000 jobs and again showcasing the economy’s resilience.Â
March 8, 2024Chairman Profile: Schuier Carries on Family Tradition In Trucking
Newly elected Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Chairman Amanda Schuier said her primary goal is to get TMC members more engaged with the council.
March 7, 2024Amanda Schuier Installed as TMC Chairman
NEW ORLEANS — Amanda Schuier became the newest general chairman and treasurer of American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council. She is the first female chairman of TMC since Peggy Fisher in 1988.
March 7, 2024Congress Aims to Avert Shutdown as Funding Package Advances
The U.S. Department of Transportation and other agencies will operate without interruptions under a funding agreement Congress is expected to clear for the Biden White House this month.
March 7, 2024Professional Speech Coach Teaches Value of Public Speaking
NEW ORLEANS — Professional speech coach Deborah Boswell says the key to audience engagement is subject matter experts inquiring on the who and why of their presentation.
March 7, 2024Rivian Puts Georgia Factory Plans on Pause
Rivian Automotive is pausing plans to build a new multibillion-dollar factory in Georgia, an abrupt reversal aimed at cutting costs while the company prepares to launch a cheaper electric vehicle.
March 7, 2024Clarience Adds Safe Fleet to Its Trailer Solutions Lineup
NEW ORLEANS — Clarience Technologies detailed how the addition of video safety system provider Safe Fleet will enhance its Fus1on fleet data platform.
March 7, 2024Volvo Showcases Redesigned VNL Publicly for First Time
NEW ORLEANS — Volvo Trucks North America in the first public showcase of its redesigned Volvo VNL tractor outlined the aerodynamic improvements the new truck offers over its predecessor.
March 7, 2024