A proposal aimed at guaranteeing nationwide uniformity of meal and rest break rules for truck drivers has hit a snag this year in the U.S. Senate.
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Editorial: Tax Reform – It’s the Right Thing to Do
There’s a lot to like about what’s going on in Washington, D.C., for a change, as lawmakers from both major parties and President Donald Trump begin to talk seriously about tax reform.
Hurricanes to Increase Contract, Spot Rates Outside Disaster Areas
Truckload rates have skyrocketed after hurricanes Harvey and Irma battered Texas and Florida, but the higher prices will also trickle down into states nowhere near the devastation, industry executives say.
Medium-Duty Sales Top 21,000 in August, Up 21.8%
U.S retail sales of medium-duty trucks improved 21.8% in August as all classes notched gains.
Consumer Comfort Falls for Second Week
Americans’ confidence retreated for a second week as consumers’ assessment of the buying climate deteriorated on the heels of higher fuel prices, Bloomberg Consumer Comfort Index figures showed Sept. 14.
Unexpected Drop in Jobless Claims Shows Sturdy Job Market
Filings for jobless benefits in the U.S. unexpectedly settled back last week, underscoring a resilient labor market even as the Atlantic hurricane season introduces added volatility to the figures, Labor Department data showed Sept. 14.
Freight Factoring on Upswing in 2017
Freight factoring is on the upswing this year as traditional banks apply stringent lending standards and truckers who are most likely to sell invoices benefit from a robust spot market, industry executives say.
Trimble Acquires Electronic Freight Monitoring Company 10-4 Systems
Trimble Inc. has added another piece to its growing portfolio of transportation technology services with the purchase of 10-4 Systems, a company that provides a way for shippers and carriers to electronically monitor the movement of goods and process f…
Mack Launches Long-Awaited New Highway Tractor, the Anthem
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks introduced the Mack Anthem, its long-awaited new highway tractor, to an arena packed with dealer representatives, who company executives thanked for their patience and who were promised a truck that boasts gains in fuel efficiency, driver comfort and technological innovation compared to previous models.
Mack Launches New Highway Tractor, the Anthem
ALLENTOWN, Pa. — Mack Trucks introduced the Mack Anthem, its long-awaited new highway tractor, to an arena packed with dealer representatives, who company executives thanked for their patience and who were promised a truck that boasts gains in fuel efficiency, driver comfort and technological innovation compared to previous models.