The bounce back in the intermodal sector continues as volume jumped 6.3% in the third quarter — the highest growth rate in more than three years, according to the Intermodal Association of North America.
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XPO Profits Soar More Than 300% in Strong Third-Quarter Showing
XPO Logistics reported profits skyrocketed 316% year-over-year in the third quarter, marking the eighth consecutive quarter in which the company surpassed year-ago levels.
FCA unveils new Jeep Wrangler, opens toy box
Decidedly a treat: Fiat Chrysler Automobiles took the wraps off its new 2018 Jeep Wrangler on Halloween and showcased a horde of Mopar custom parts that’ll be available for the iconic off-road machine.
FCA billed the new Wrangler as “the most capable
Truck Stop Gambling Heading to Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf on Oct. 30 signed into law a major gambling expansion bill that allows qualifying truck stops to house up to five video gambling terminals.
NATSO Calls on Congressional Leaders to Extend Biodiesel Blenders’ Tax
The leaders of the tax-writing committees should extend and phase out a biodiesel blenders’ tax credit as they consider legislation that would update the country’s tax code, the association representing truck stops and travel plazas said.
Trump Administration Shelves Plan for Talking Car Mandate
The Trump administration has quietly set aside plans to require new cars to be able to wirelessly talk to each other, auto industry officials said, jeopardizing one of the most promising technologies for preventing traffic deaths.
The reasons behind the anti-ELD rage
One small fleet owner explains why he thinks ELDs are a bad idea
Heartland’s John Cosaert Retires, Christopher Strain Named CFO
Heartland Express Inc. CFO John Cosaert has retired after nearly 40 years with the carrier, starting as one of the firm’s original employees as an accountant, and moving up to manage the company’s finances and back office
PIT Group releases driver training effectiveness study
Research indicates the value of driver monitoring to address bad habits and reinforce efficient performance techniques.
Wabash 3Q Net Income, Revenue Fall Against Prior-Year Record Performance
Trailer maker Wabash National Corp. reported net income and revenue dropped in the third quarter compared with the company’s record-setting third quarter in 2016.