Uber Technologies Inc. agreed to buy 24,000 sport utility vehicles from Sweden’s Volvo Cars to form a fleet of driverless autos.
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Former Pilot Flying J Executive Ruled Out Defrauding U.S. Postal Service
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The former Pilot Flying J executive who spent three days as a government witness hoping to garner a drop in the prison term he faces was once too afraid of jail to fleece the government, secret recordings showed.
Shippers, Freight Brokers Add Shipment Tracking Capabilities
Shippers and third-party logistics firms continue to add tracking capabilities to monitor freight shipments.
Consolidated Chassis Launches Online Reservation System
Consolidated Chassis Management has introduced a web-based chassis reservation system designed for motor carriers, depot managers and chassis providers.
Winsupply Adds to Distribution Network With Purchase of APCO Supply
Winsupply Inc. continues to expand its wholesale distribution network in the United States with the purchase of controlling interest in Apco Inc., a company in Lansing, Mich., that handles heating, ventilation and cooling, plumbing and maintenance supp…
Is your trucking company prepared to confront a crisis?
When and if a crisis occurs, motor carriers must remember this: they’ve got 60 minutes to get ahead of the social media storm that will inevitably develop.
Editorial: Following the Rules
In less than a month, the business of trucking will change. That’s the consensus of most when it comes to the federal mandate for use of electronic logging devices for the majority of truck drivers. The law is set to take effect Dec. 18, and we believe it’s a good thing for the industry.
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At least four companies have publicly confirmed having placed preorders for Tesla’s heavy-duty electric truck.
The companies, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Walmart, Meijer Inc., and Loblaw have each paid the $5,000-a-truck deposit price for the truck
Tesla receives orders from four companies for electric truck
At least four companies have publicly confirmed having placed preorders for Tesla’s heavy-duty electric truck.
The companies, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Walmart, Meijer Inc., and Loblaw have each paid the $5,000-a-truck deposit price for the truck
Five Tips for Winterizing Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines
By Neil Hoff, CHS product marketing manager for refined fuels
Tip 1: Treat the fuel.
When preparing your fleet for winter, one of the most commonly overlooked items is the fuel itself. Fuel needs to be winterized, especially for trucks that are used