Autonomous vehicle company Motional is halting its Las Vegas commercial self-driving operations and laying off 129 Southern Nevada employees.
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Spate of Self-Driving Probes Points to Higher Safety Bar
Companies offering driver-assistance systems and developing autonomous vehicles are entering a new phase of more exacting oversight.
Inflation Eased in April in the First Slowdown of 2024
WASHINGTON — Consumer inflation in the U.S. cooled slightly last month after three elevated readings, likely offering a tentative sigh of relief for officials at the Federal Reserve.
XPO’s Larry Gorby Punches Ticket to NTDC
Larry Gorby shuns self-congratulatory moments, even after the XPO driver took grand champion honors at West Virginia’s truck driving championships.
US Cites Threat of Chinese EVs Made in Mexico as Trade Worry
The Biden administration is keeping an eye on attempts by Chinese companies to export cars from Mexico into the United States.
Amazon Chooses Volvo VNR Electric as First Class 8 BET in US
E-commerce giant Amazon.com Inc. plans to deploy 47 Volvo VNR Electric tractors across its Southern California operations, its first Class 8 battery-electric trucks.
Trucking Leaders Discuss Industry Trends, Key Concerns
PHOENIX — Stakeholders shared the latest information on issues affecting the trucking industry during ATA’s Safety, Security and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition.
FMCSA Grants Freight Hauler Exemption for Intellistop System
Federal regulators have granted a five-year exemption to fuel hauler Gemini Motor Transport to operate a flashing brake light system manufactured by Intellistop Inc.
Arizona to Train CDL Students With Help From Scholarships
Starting this summer, future truck drivers seeking CDL training at nine Arizona community colleges will get financial help thanks to a $4.5 million workforce scholarship program.
XPO Opens Three New Facilities Acquired From Yellow Closure
XPO recently opened three new facilities that were acquired by the less-than-truckload carrier as part of the Yellow Corp. bankruptcy.