The federal pilot program will allow a limited number of individuals between the ages of 18 and 20 to operate large trucks in interstate commerce — provided they possess the military equivalent of a CDL
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PolyVan introduces new line of refrigerated truck bodies
PolyVan, a European Van Company brand that manufactures truck body kits for refrigerated and deepfreeze transport, recently introduced a new line of FrigoBoxL truck bodies it says are designed for professionals seeking an ultra-light aesthetic qualit
An exclusive look at Pronto's driver-assist technology
System to begin shipping to select customers later this year
An exclusive look at Pronto's driver-assist technology
System to begin shipping to select customers later this year
GM’s Mark Reuss, Electric Cars Will Be Average Cost — and Profitable
General Motors Co. is making a big claim about its future electric cars: The automaker will be able to sell them at “very average transaction prices” and be profitable, GM President Mark Reuss said in a presentation June 5.
Wilson Logistics Acquires Market Transport and Larger West Coast Portfolio
Wilson Logistics said it has purchased Market Transport, a DSV Global Transport and Logistics subsidiary.
Federal Regulators Report Progress on Railroads’ PTC Implementation
The country’s rail operators continue to show progress with the implementation of automatic braking technology that Congress mandated in an effort to enhance safety, federal regulators announced recently.
Port Tampa Bay Finishes Deepening, Hopes for More Cargo
Port Tampa Bay completed a $63 million expansion of its Big Bend Channel a year ahead of schedule, port officials said, as the Sunshine State eyes grabbing more freight from shippers while serving a growing distribution corridor in Central Florida.
California Legislation to Codify ABC Employee-Contractor Test Gains Approval of State Assembly
Legislation has passed in California’s State Assembly that would mandate use of the so-called “ABC test” that legal experts say makes it extremely difficult, if not impossible, for motor carriers to use independent contractors.
Michelin to test Einride T-pod
MONTREAL. Michelin said it plans to begin testing Einride’s T-pod at its facility in Clermont-Ferrand, France by 2020.
Beginning in two phases, the T-pod, an electric truck with zero space for a driver, will first be tested in a confined, fenced are