Paccar Inc. reported a 35% jump in net income plus higher revenue for the third quarter as truck deliveries and aftermarket sales drove the results.
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E2open Buys Leading Ocean Freight Software Firm Inttra
E2open, an Austin-based software company that provides cloud-based services for the supply chain industry, said Oct. 22 that it had acquired New Jersey-based Inttra, a software company that provides various tools to shippers and carriers in the ocean f…
TFI International Posts Strong Growth in 3Q
TFI International, one of the largest trucking and logistics companies in the United States and Canada, reported strong growth in revenue and operating profits across all of its business segments in the third quarter.
Trade Tariffs Spark Surge in Lobbying
Companies and business groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, ramped up their spending on lobbying during the third quarter, as they sought to contain what they feel is damage from President Trump’s trade war.
Kenworth introduces new vehicle electronics for T680, T880 and W990
Multiplexed system updates electronic control module.
Deputy announces “Break Planning” to facilitate compliance for meal and rest breaks
The United States Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division dictates the minimum length of meal periods required under state laws for employees in the private sector.
Truckers pick the best truck stops for 2018
Each year, Trucker Path compiles a list of the Top 100 Truck Stops in the United States and Canada as rated by truckers, for truckers.
The multi-dimensional app utilizes crowd-sourcing technology to make it easy for users to not only view, but also r
Diesel Slides 1.4¢ in First Decline Since Aug. 20
The U.S. average retail price of diesel inched down 1.4 cents to $3.380 a gallon as crude oil prices slipped amid growing U.S. inventories of crude.
USA Truck Acquires Davis Transfer Co.
USA Truck announced the purchase of Davis Transfer Co., a family-owned trucking company based in Carnesville, Ga., for $53 million in cash and stock, a deal that signals the start of a more aggressive growth strategy at USA Truck by the company’s new management team.
Trump Orders Federal Spending Cuts as Chao Touts Regulatory Streamlining
The U.S. Department of Transportation and other federal agencies have to come up with a 5% reduction in their budgets for next year, President Donald Trump told his Cabinet during a recent meeting at the White House.