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USDOT Names 2 New Marine Highway Systems

Two new marine highway systems have added 250 miles to the Ohio River system and 6,500 miles of Alaskan waterways to the national transportation system to improve freight shipments.

August 18, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

Past Grand Champion Dick Gillespie Stays Close to NTDC

COLUMBUS, Ohio —Two-time grand champion Dick Gillespie says he never tires of coming to trucking events such as the National Truck Driving Championships. 

August 18, 2023
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Florida Slow to Respond to Truck Parking Need Along I-4

Truck parking is a well-documented nationwide problem, but along Central Florida's heavily congested Interstate 4, the issue is particularly acute, with little relief in sight. 

August 18, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Mexico’s Fultra Buys Ohio-based Trailer Manufacturer East

Mexican truck parts and trailer specialist Fultra bought trailer manufacturer East Manufacturing, the companies said.

August 18, 2023
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August 18, 2023
BusinessEquipmentSafety

Intricate Driving Course Vexes NTDC Field

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Sharp turns on a narrow stretch complemented by an alley dock maneuver stumped many elite competitors during the first driving day at the 86th annual “Super Bowl of Safety.â€

August 18, 2023
BusinessEquipment

Deere Raises Profit Outlook With Farmer Demand Still Strong

Deere & Co. lifted its financial outlook for the year as machinery demand from farmers remained robust despite slumping crop prices.

August 18, 2023
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Georgia Tax Revenue Rises on Restarted Motor Fuel Taxes

Georgia’s reinstatement this year of motor fuel taxes helped the state collect 13.1% more revenue to reach nearly $2.5 billion in July compared with the previous year.

August 18, 2023
Business

Elmo Guillot Dies at 88

Elmo Guillot, former owner of New Orleans-based Southeastern Motor Freight Inc. and Triple G Express Inc., died on Aug. 12 surrounded by his family. He was 88.

August 17, 2023
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Hawaii Ports Tackle Relief Efforts, Container Congestion

Hawaii has temporarily waived Kahului Harbor wharfage fees for inbound cargo to help relief efforts after the devastating Lahaina fire in Maui on Aug. 8.

August 17, 2023