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Uber Freight Launches First Electric Truck Pilot With WattEV
Uber Freight announced it is partnering with electric mobility company WattEV and shipping specialist CHEP on a pilot program to deploy EVs on select routes in Southern California.
February 22, 2023Ohio Rep. Bob Latta Touts AV Tech’s Safety Potential
Ohio Republican Rep. Bob Latta pointed to the potential for considering legislation regarding autonomous vehicle technology during this session of Congress. Â
February 22, 2023January Truck Tonnage Increases 1.5% Year-Over-Year
Truck tonnage rose 1.5% in January and maintained the steady, positive pace on which it ended 2022, according to American Trucking Associations’ For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index.
February 22, 2023Stellantis Earnings Rise as EV Push Drives Sales
AMSTERDAM — Automaker Stellantis on Feb. 22 reported its earnings grew in 2022 from a year earlier and said its push into electric vehicles led to a jump in sales.
February 22, 2023FHWA Issues Waiver to Speed Up Electric Charging Infrastructure
To help accelerate construction of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, the Federal Highway Administration has extended until July 2024 a waiver of Buy America requirements for steel, iron, manufactured products and construction materials used to build electric vehicle chargers.
February 21, 2023Diesel Drops Again, Falling 6.8¢ to $4.376 a Gallon
The national average price of diesel continued to dive, shedding 6.8 cents to settle at $4.376 a gallon, according to Energy Information Administration data released Feb. 21.
February 21, 2023Lightning eMotors Capitalizes on Federal Electric Truck Incentives
Lightning eMotors, a Loveland, Colo.-based manufacturer and seller of electric vehicles for commercial fleets, has been certified under the “buy America” program, making its products eligible for federal grants designed to help electrify the nation’s transportation.
February 21, 2023Brian Schatz of Hawaii to Lead Senate Funding Panel
The panel responsible for drafting funding legislation for federal transportation programs and operations will be led by Sen. Brian Schatz, the chamber’s leaders announced recently.
February 21, 2023FleetForce Prepares Launch of New CDL Training Centers
FleetForce Truck Driving School finalized a market expansion totaling six new training program centers in Florida, the driver training company announced Feb. 21.
February 21, 2023Walmart Beats Q4 Expectations, Remains Cautious on Guidance
NEW YORK — Walmart on Feb. 21 reported strong sales during the holiday season as budget-conscious consumers looking for better deals on groceries and other items flocked to its stores.
February 21, 2023